Vietnam Visa for Kuwaiti citizens

Kuwaiti passport holders Do Not need visa to travel days to Vietnam. Learn requirements and fees for Vietnam visa for Kuwaiti citizens here!

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Do Kuwaiti passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

Kuwaiti nationals who wish to visit Vietnam for tourism purposes, for a period not exceeding days, do not require a visa.

  • They will not stay in Vietnam for more than days, including the arrival and departure days (a proof such as an onward or return ticket may be required at the border)
  • Valid Kuwaiti passport (6+ months validity, 2 blank pages)

Visa requirement for Kuwaiti citizens summary:

Available Visas Visa Requirements Visa Information Get This Visa
Business Not required For business travelers holding Kuwaiti passports who visit Vietnam for signing contacts, attending conferences or other business activities. Get it as soon as
Tourist Not required days For Kuwaiti passport holders who visit Vietnam for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as
Work Visa required For Kuwaiti nationals who intend to work in Vietnam.
Student Visa required For students from Kuwait who plan to study in Vietnam.

How to apply

If Kuwaiti passport holders want to stay in Vietnam more than days. They 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 Kuwait, please follow these steps:

  1. Access our online e-visa application form.
  2. Upload .jpg images of your Kuwaiti passport data page and a 4x6cm photo.
  3. Make the payment for the e-Visa fee (55 USD ~ 17 KWD)
  4. Wait 5-7 working days. The earliest possible would be , local Kuwait 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 Kuwait, 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 Kuwait. 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.

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Visa on arrival price (Price quoted in KWD)

Visa Type 3 Working Days 1 Working Day
1 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 3.7 KWD 7.4 KWD
1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 4.3 KWD 8.0 KWD
3 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 6.1 KWD 9.8 KWD
3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 7.7 KWD 11.4 KWD
1 Month Single Entry (Business) 27.6 KWD 33.4 KWD
1 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 29.1 KWD 35.0 KWD
3 Month Single Entry (Business) 33.7 KWD 42.6 KWD
3 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 38.3 KWD 47.2 KWD

*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 Kuwaiti Dinar, click here to see our latest price in USD.


Eligible ports of entry

Travelers from Kuwait 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 Kuwait)
Noi Bai Int Airport (HAN) - Hanoi 5875.5 km / 3650.9 miles (9 hours, 47 minutes)
Cat Bi Int Airport (HPH) - Hai Phong 5980.6 km / 3716.1 miles (9 hours, 58 minutes)
Cam Ranh Int Airport (CXR) - Nha Trang 6629.2 km / 4119.2 miles (11 hours, 2 minutes)
Can Tho International Airport (VCA) 6390.7 km / 3971.0 miles (10 hours, 39 minutes)
Da Nang International Airport (DAD) 6333.4 km / 3935.4 miles (10 hours, 33 minutes)
Phu Bai Int Airport (HUI) 6269.1 km / 3895.5 miles (10 hours, 26 minutes)
Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) 6221.5 km / 3865.9 miles (10 hours, 22 minutes)
Tan Son Nhat Int Airport (SGN) - Ho Chi Minh City 6443.2 km / 4003.6 miles (10 hours, 44 minutes)
Bo Y Landport 6335.8 km / 3936.9 miles (10 hours, 33 minutes)
Cha Lo Landport 6023.0 km / 3742.5 miles (10 hours, 2 minutes)
Cau Treo Landport 5932.8 km / 3686.5 miles (9 hours, 53 minutes)
Huu Nghi Landport 5932.6 km / 3686.4 miles (9 hours, 53 minutes)
Ha Tien Landport 6251.5 km / 3884.5 miles (10 hours, 25 minutes)
Lao Bao Landport 6151.1 km / 3822.1 miles (10 hours, 15 minutes)
Lao Cai Landport 5647.3 km / 3509.1 miles (9 hours, 24 minutes)
La Lay Landport 6202.3 km / 3854.0 miles (10 hours, 20 minutes)
Moc Bai Landport 6383.1 km / 3966.2 miles (10 hours, 38 minutes)
Mong Cai Landport 6071.4 km / 3772.6 miles (10 hours, 7 minutes)
Nam Can Landport 5782.1 km / 3592.8 miles (9 hours, 38 minutes)
Na Meo Landport 5799.1 km / 3603.4 miles (9 hours, 39 minutes)
Song Tien Landport 6295.7 km / 3912.0 miles (10 hours, 29 minutes)
Tinh Bien Landport 6288.2 km / 3907.3 miles (10 hours, 28 minutes)
Tay Trang Landport 5596.8 km / 3477.7 miles (9 hours, 19 minutes)
Xa Mat Landport 6333.9 km / 3935.7 miles (10 hours, 33 minutes)
Chan May Seaport 6303.1 km / 3916.6 miles (10 hours, 30 minutes)
Da Nang Seaport 6334.7 km / 3936.2 miles (10 hours, 33 minutes)
Duong Dong Seaport 6214.7 km / 3861.6 miles (10 hours, 21 minutes)
Hon Gai Seaport 6008.2 km / 3733.3 miles (10 hours, 0 minutes)
Hai Phong Seaport 5975.4 km / 3712.9 miles (9 hours, 57 minutes)
Nha Trang Seaport 6619.3 km / 4113.0 miles (11 hours, 1 minutes)
Quy Nhon Seaport 6543.2 km / 4065.8 miles (10 hours, 54 minutes)
Ho Chi Minh City Seaport 6459.1 km / 4013.5 miles (10 hours, 45 minutes)
Vung Tau Seaport 6513.0 km / 4047.0 miles (10 hours, 51 minutes)

Travel information and facts

Kuwait Vietnam Differences
Local time 01:51 (26 February, 2026) 05:51 (26 February, 2026) Kuwait is 4.0 hours behind Vietnam.
Population 4,283,821 97,520,588 93,236,767 fewer than Vietnam.
Current weather sky is clear 22°C (Kuwait) light rain 22°C (Hanoi) 0°C higher than Vietnam
Distance Kuwait
  • Hanoi (5875.0 km / 3651.0 miles)
  • Ho Chi Minh city (6443.0 km / 4004.0 miles)
Average distance is 6186 km or 3844 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • Liberation Day in Kuwait
  • 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 (Kuwait local time)

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any embassies or consulates of Vietnam in Kuwait?

Yes. The embassy of Vietnam in Kuwait is located at 20 St, Jabriya, Kuwait.

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

An e-visa for Vietnam will cost (55 USD ~ 17 KWD) for a normal 5-7 working day processing.

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

For the quickest processing time, an e-visa can be obtained as early as 10:00 AM on 26 February 2026 (Kuwait local time).

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

If you are currently residing in Kuwait, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa.
  • Call the embassy in Kuwait for visa information: +965 2531 1450 and +965 2535 1593.