Vietnam Visa for Nepalese citizens

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

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Do Nepalese passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

Yes. As of January 2026, Nepalese citizens must have a visa to enter Vietnam. If arriving through one of the 33 ports of entry, Nepalese 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 Nepalese citizens summary:

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

How to apply

Nepalese passport holders or foreign passports living in Nepal 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 Nepal, please follow these steps:

  1. Access our online e-visa application form.
  2. Upload .jpg images of your Nepalese passport data page and a 4x6cm photo.
  3. Make the payment for the e-Visa fee (55 USD ~ 7229 NPR)
  4. Wait 5-7 working days. The earliest possible would be , local Kathmandu 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 Nepal, 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 Nepal. 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: None


Visa on arrival price (Price quoted in NPR)

Visa Type 3 Working Days 1 Working Day
1 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 1577.2 NPR 3154.4 NPR
1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 1840.1 NPR 3417.3 NPR
3 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 2628.7 NPR 4205.9 NPR
3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 3285.9 NPR 4863.1 NPR
1 Month Single Entry (Business) 11829.1 NPR 14326.4 NPR
1 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 12486.3 NPR 14983.5 NPR
3 Month Single Entry (Business) 14457.8 NPR 18269.4 NPR
3 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 16429.3 NPR 20240.9 NPR

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


Eligible ports of entry

Travelers from Nepal 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 Nepal)
Noi Bai Int Airport (HAN) - Hanoi 2187.8 km / 1359.4 miles (3 hours, 38 minutes)
Cat Bi Int Airport (HPH) - Hai Phong 2293.0 km / 1424.8 miles (3 hours, 49 minutes)
Cam Ranh Int Airport (CXR) - Nha Trang 3033.8 km / 1885.1 miles (5 hours, 3 minutes)
Can Tho International Airport (VCA) 2892.9 km / 1797.5 miles (4 hours, 49 minutes)
Da Nang International Airport (DAD) 2681.6 km / 1666.3 miles (4 hours, 28 minutes)
Phu Bai Int Airport (HUI) 2616.4 km / 1625.8 miles (4 hours, 21 minutes)
Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) 2757.0 km / 1713.1 miles (4 hours, 35 minutes)
Tan Son Nhat Int Airport (SGN) - Ho Chi Minh City 2909.7 km / 1808.0 miles (4 hours, 50 minutes)
Bo Y Landport 2710.0 km / 1683.9 miles (4 hours, 31 minutes)
Cha Lo Landport 2366.4 km / 1470.4 miles (3 hours, 56 minutes)
Cau Treo Landport 2270.8 km / 1411.0 miles (3 hours, 47 minutes)
Huu Nghi Landport 2243.3 km / 1393.9 miles (3 hours, 44 minutes)
Ha Tien Landport 2769.8 km / 1721.0 miles (4 hours, 36 minutes)
Lao Bao Landport 2503.4 km / 1555.6 miles (4 hours, 10 minutes)
Lao Cai Landport 1958.2 km / 1216.7 miles (3 hours, 15 minutes)
La Lay Landport 2556.2 km / 1588.4 miles (4 hours, 15 minutes)
Moc Bai Landport 2851.5 km / 1771.9 miles (4 hours, 45 minutes)
Mong Cai Landport 2382.0 km / 1480.1 miles (3 hours, 58 minutes)
Nam Can Landport 2113.0 km / 1313.0 miles (3 hours, 31 minutes)
Na Meo Landport 2119.5 km / 1317.0 miles (3 hours, 31 minutes)
Song Tien Landport 2786.3 km / 1731.3 miles (4 hours, 38 minutes)
Tinh Bien Landport 2791.8 km / 1734.7 miles (4 hours, 39 minutes)
Tay Trang Landport 1915.4 km / 1190.1 miles (3 hours, 11 minutes)
Xa Mat Landport 2791.4 km / 1734.5 miles (4 hours, 39 minutes)
Chan May Seaport 2649.1 km / 1646.1 miles (4 hours, 24 minutes)
Da Nang Seaport 2682.6 km / 1666.9 miles (4 hours, 28 minutes)
Duong Dong Seaport 2749.5 km / 1708.5 miles (4 hours, 34 minutes)
Hon Gai Seaport 2319.8 km / 1441.5 miles (3 hours, 51 minutes)
Hai Phong Seaport 2287.7 km / 1421.5 miles (3 hours, 48 minutes)
Nha Trang Seaport 3020.2 km / 1876.7 miles (5 hours, 2 minutes)
Quy Nhon Seaport 2916.7 km / 1812.3 miles (4 hours, 51 minutes)
Ho Chi Minh City Seaport 2924.5 km / 1817.2 miles (4 hours, 52 minutes)
Vung Tau Seaport 2980.6 km / 1852.0 miles (4 hours, 58 minutes)

Travel information and facts

Nepal Vietnam Differences
Local time 02:16 (31 January, 2026) 03:31 (31 January, 2026) Nepal is 1.25 hours behind Vietnam.
Population 29,209,171 97,457,492 68,248,321 fewer than Vietnam.
Current weather overcast clouds 19°C (Kathmandu) light rain 23°C (Hanoi) 4°C lower than Vietnam
Distance Kathmandu
  • Hanoi (2188.0 km / 1359.0 miles)
  • Ho Chi Minh city (2910.0 km / 1808.0 miles)
Average distance is 2577 km or 1601 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • There are no holidays today in Nepal
The next public holiday in Vietnam is Feb. 14, 2026 which will start in 1 week, 6 days (Kathmandu local time)

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any embassies or consulates of Vietnam in Nepal?

No. There is no embassy of Vietnam in Nepal.

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

An e-visa for Vietnam will cost (55 USD ~ 7229 NPR) for a normal 5-7 working day processing.

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

For the quickest processing time, an e-visa can be obtained as early as 12:45 PM on 02 February 2026 (Kathmandu local time).

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

If you are currently residing in Nepal, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa.