Vietnam Visa for Egyptian citizens

Egyptian passport holders are REQUIRED to get a Vietnam visa. See requirements & fees of Vietnam visa for Egyptian citizens here!

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Do Egyptian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

Yes. As of February 2026, Egyptian citizens must have a visa to enter Vietnam. If arriving through one of the 33 ports of entry, Egyptian residents may obtain an e-visa online.

  • With the easiest option being the 90-day eVisa (electronic visa) for tourism or business
  • Must be valid for at least 6 months with one blank page
  • A recent passport-style photo is required

Visa requirement for Egyptian citizens summary:

Available Visas Visa Requirements Visa Information Get This Visa
Business Visa required For business travelers holding Egyptian passports who visit Vietnam for signing contacts, attending conferences or other business activities. Get it as soon as
Tourist Visa required For Egyptian passport holders who visit Vietnam for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as
Work Visa required For Egyptian nationals who intend to work in Vietnam.
Student Visa required For students from Egypt who plan to study in Vietnam.

How to apply

Egyptian passport holders or foreign passports living in Egypt can choose between 03 available methods below to apply for a visa to Vietnam.

E-visa application

To apply for an e-visa online from Egypt, please follow these steps:

  1. Access our online e-visa application form.
  2. Upload .jpg images of your Egyptian passport data page and a 4x6cm photo.
  3. Make the payment for the e-Visa fee (55 USD ~ 1700 EGP)
  4. Wait 5-7 working days. The earliest possible would be , local Cairo time on .
  5. Receive evisa by email or download it on our status page.

Apply at the embassy

To apply for a visa at the embassy/consulate of Vietnam in Egypt, the following documents are required:

  • Valid passport for at least 06 months prior to your planned entry date (Travel documents or temporary passports may not be accepted)
  • Application form (Click here to download)
  • 02 recently taken passport sized photos (4*6cm)
  • Visa application fees

Apply for visa on arrival

Visa on arrival is an alternative way to obtain a visa for Vietnam for applicants who plan to arrive Vietnam by air from Egypt. The process involves 4 simple steps:

  1. Submit an online form for the approval letter.
  2. Receive the approval letter by Email in 2 working days.
  3. Prepare photos, entry/exit form, stamping fee and the approval letter
  4. Arrive at Vietnam airport, present all documents above to get the visa stamped on passport.

Tips: 5+ flights per day between Cairo Egypt and Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam, 13h 50m duration


Visa on arrival price (Price quoted in EGP)

Visa Type 3 Working Days 1 Working Day
1 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 370.9 EGP 741.8 EGP
1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 432.7 EGP 803.6 EGP
3 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 618.2 EGP 989.1 EGP
3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 772.7 EGP 1143.6 EGP
1 Month Single Entry (Business) 2781.8 EGP 3369.0 EGP
1 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 2936.3 EGP 3523.6 EGP
3 Month Single Entry (Business) 3399.9 EGP 4296.3 EGP
3 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 3863.6 EGP 4759.9 EGP

*Above price does NOT include stamping fee at Vietnam airport which is 25 USD for single entry (1 month/3 month) and 50 USD multiple entry (1 month/3 month). The price is quoted in Pound, click here to see our latest price in USD.


Eligible ports of entry

Travelers from Egypt can use the e-visa to enter at one of the following ports of entry/exit in Vietnam:

Ports of entry/exit Distance and travel time (from Egypt)
Noi Bai Int Airport (HAN) - Hanoi 7414.6 km / 4607.2 miles (12 hours, 21 minutes)
Cat Bi Int Airport (HPH) - Hai Phong 7519.9 km / 4672.6 miles (12 hours, 31 minutes)
Cam Ranh Int Airport (CXR) - Nha Trang 8196.9 km / 5093.3 miles (13 hours, 39 minutes)
Can Tho International Airport (VCA) 7961.8 km / 4947.2 miles (13 hours, 16 minutes)
Da Nang International Airport (DAD) 7891.7 km / 4903.7 miles (13 hours, 9 minutes)
Phu Bai Int Airport (HUI) 7827.1 km / 4863.5 miles (13 hours, 2 minutes)
Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) 7792.5 km / 4842.0 miles (12 hours, 59 minutes)
Tan Son Nhat Int Airport (SGN) - Ho Chi Minh City 8013.9 km / 4979.6 miles (13 hours, 21 minutes)
Bo Y Landport 7899.3 km / 4908.4 miles (13 hours, 9 minutes)
Cha Lo Landport 7579.5 km / 4709.7 miles (12 hours, 37 minutes)
Cau Treo Landport 7487.5 km / 4652.5 miles (12 hours, 28 minutes)
Huu Nghi Landport 7464.9 km / 4638.5 miles (12 hours, 26 minutes)
Ha Tien Landport 7822.6 km / 4860.8 miles (13 hours, 2 minutes)
Lao Bao Landport 7710.1 km / 4790.8 miles (12 hours, 51 minutes)
Lao Cai Landport 7182.9 km / 4463.2 miles (11 hours, 58 minutes)
La Lay Landport 7761.8 km / 4823.0 miles (12 hours, 56 minutes)
Moc Bai Landport 7953.7 km / 4942.2 miles (13 hours, 15 minutes)
Mong Cai Landport 7603.3 km / 4724.5 miles (12 hours, 40 minutes)
Nam Can Landport 7334.1 km / 4557.2 miles (12 hours, 13 minutes)
Na Meo Landport 7345.9 km / 4564.6 miles (12 hours, 14 minutes)
Song Tien Landport 7866.7 km / 4888.1 miles (13 hours, 6 minutes)
Tinh Bien Landport 7859.3 km / 4883.5 miles (13 hours, 5 minutes)
Tay Trang Landport 7142.3 km / 4438.0 miles (11 hours, 54 minutes)
Xa Mat Landport 7904.2 km / 4911.5 miles (13 hours, 10 minutes)
Chan May Seaport 7860.8 km / 4884.5 miles (13 hours, 6 minutes)
Da Nang Seaport 7893.0 km / 4904.5 miles (13 hours, 9 minutes)
Duong Dong Seaport 7785.7 km / 4837.8 miles (12 hours, 58 minutes)
Hon Gai Seaport 7545.9 km / 4688.8 miles (12 hours, 34 minutes)
Hai Phong Seaport 7514.5 km / 4669.3 miles (12 hours, 31 minutes)
Nha Trang Seaport 8186.6 km / 5086.9 miles (13 hours, 38 minutes)
Quy Nhon Seaport 8107.0 km / 5037.5 miles (13 hours, 30 minutes)
Ho Chi Minh City Seaport 8029.7 km / 4989.4 miles (13 hours, 22 minutes)
Vung Tau Seaport 8083.8 km / 5023.0 miles (13 hours, 28 minutes)

Travel information and facts

Egypt Vietnam Differences
Local time 00:53 (26 February, 2026) 05:53 (26 February, 2026) Egypt is 5.0 hours behind Vietnam.
Population 102,742,339 97,520,588 5,221,751 more than Vietnam.
Current weather scattered clouds 18°C (Cairo) light rain 22°C (Hanoi) 4°C lower than Vietnam
Distance Cairo
  • Hanoi (7415.0 km / 4607.0 miles)
  • Ho Chi Minh city (8014.0 km / 4980.0 miles)
Average distance is 7744 km or 4812 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • There are no holidays today in Egypt
  • Upcoming holiday is March Equinox which will occur in 3 weeks.
The next public holiday in Vietnam is March 20, 2026 which will start in 3 weeks (Cairo local time)

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any embassies or consulates of Vietnam in Egypt?

Yes. The embassy of Vietnam in Egypt is located at Villa 47, Ahmed Heshmat street, Zamalek - Cairo, Egypt.

How much is a Vietnamese e-visa fee for Egyptian citizens?

An e-visa for Vietnam will cost (55 USD ~ 1700 EGP) for a normal 5-7 working day processing.

How soon can I get a visa for Vietnam from Egypt?

For the quickest processing time, an e-visa can be obtained as early as 09:00 AM on 26 February 2026 (Cairo local time).

How many ways are there to obtain a visa for Vietnam?

If you are currently residing in Egypt, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa.
  • Call the embassy in Egypt for visa information: +202 2736 4326 and +202 2736 4327.