Vietnam Visa for Puerto Ricans citizens

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

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Do Puerto Ricans passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

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

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

How to apply

Puerto Ricans passport holders or foreign passports living in Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico, please follow these steps:

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

Visa Type 3 Working Days 1 Working Day
1 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 12 USD 24 USD
1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 14 USD 26 USD
3 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 20 USD 32 USD
3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 25 USD 37 USD
1 Month Single Entry (Business) 90 USD 109 USD
1 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 95 USD 114 USD
3 Month Single Entry (Business) 110 USD 139 USD
3 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 125 USD 154 USD

*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).


Eligible ports of entry

Travelers from Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico)
Noi Bai Int Airport (HAN) - Hanoi 18737.2 km / 11642.8 miles (31 hours, 13 minutes)
Cat Bi Int Airport (HPH) - Hai Phong 18733.7 km / 11640.6 miles (31 hours, 13 minutes)
Cam Ranh Int Airport (CXR) - Nha Trang 17832.0 km / 11080.3 miles (29 hours, 43 minutes)
Can Tho International Airport (VCA) 17556.8 km / 10909.3 miles (29 hours, 15 minutes)
Da Nang International Airport (DAD) 18263.2 km / 11348.2 miles (30 hours, 26 minutes)
Phu Bai Int Airport (HUI) 18289.3 km / 11364.4 miles (30 hours, 28 minutes)
Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) 17517.0 km / 10884.6 miles (29 hours, 11 minutes)
Tan Son Nhat Int Airport (SGN) - Ho Chi Minh City 17659.0 km / 10972.8 miles (29 hours, 25 minutes)
Bo Y Landport 18102.0 km / 11248.1 miles (30 hours, 10 minutes)
Cha Lo Landport 18370.9 km / 11415.1 miles (30 hours, 37 minutes)
Cau Treo Landport 18421.7 km / 11446.7 miles (30 hours, 42 minutes)
Huu Nghi Landport 18852.3 km / 11714.3 miles (31 hours, 25 minutes)
Ha Tien Landport 17559.1 km / 10910.7 miles (29 hours, 15 minutes)
Lao Bao Landport 18285.3 km / 11362.0 miles (30 hours, 28 minutes)
Lao Cai Landport 18766.7 km / 11661.1 miles (31 hours, 16 minutes)
La Lay Landport 18262.7 km / 11347.9 miles (30 hours, 26 minutes)
Moc Bai Landport 17676.1 km / 10983.4 miles (29 hours, 27 minutes)
Mong Cai Landport 18850.3 km / 11713.0 miles (31 hours, 25 minutes)
Nam Can Landport 18483.5 km / 11485.1 miles (30 hours, 48 minutes)
Na Meo Landport 18590.9 km / 11551.8 miles (30 hours, 59 minutes)
Song Tien Landport 17632.6 km / 10956.4 miles (29 hours, 23 minutes)
Tinh Bien Landport 17592.3 km / 10931.4 miles (29 hours, 19 minutes)
Tay Trang Landport 18588.0 km / 11550.0 miles (30 hours, 58 minutes)
Xa Mat Landport 17735.3 km / 11020.2 miles (29 hours, 33 minutes)
Chan May Seaport 18289.0 km / 11364.3 miles (30 hours, 28 minutes)
Da Nang Seaport 18265.5 km / 11349.6 miles (30 hours, 26 minutes)
Duong Dong Seaport 17521.6 km / 10887.4 miles (29 hours, 12 minutes)
Hon Gai Seaport 18759.9 km / 11656.9 miles (31 hours, 15 minutes)
Hai Phong Seaport 18736.9 km / 11642.6 miles (31 hours, 13 minutes)
Nha Trang Seaport 17853.5 km / 11093.7 miles (29 hours, 45 minutes)
Quy Nhon Seaport 18027.8 km / 11202.0 miles (30 hours, 2 minutes)
Ho Chi Minh City Seaport 17656.4 km / 10971.2 miles (29 hours, 25 minutes)
Vung Tau Seaport 17625.6 km / 10952.0 miles (29 hours, 22 minutes)

Travel information and facts

Puerto Rico Vietnam Differences
Local time 18:57 (25 February, 2026) 05:57 (26 February, 2026) Puerto Rico is 11.0 hours behind Vietnam.
Population 2,846,333 97,520,588 94,674,255 fewer than Vietnam.
Current weather light rain 26°C (San Juan) light rain 22°C (Hanoi) 4°C higher than Vietnam
Distance San Juan
  • Hanoi (18737.0 km / 11643.0 miles)
  • Ho Chi Minh city (17659.0 km / 10973.0 miles)
Average distance is 18154 km or 11280 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • There are no holidays today in Puerto Rico
  • 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 (San Juan local time)

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any embassies or consulates of Vietnam in Puerto Rico?

No. There is no embassy of Vietnam in Puerto Rico.

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

An e-visa for Vietnam will cost 55 USD for a normal 5-7 working day processing.

How soon can I get a visa for Vietnam from Puerto Rico?

For the quickest processing time, an e-visa can be obtained as early as 03:00 AM on 26 February 2026 (San Juan local time).

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

If you are currently residing in Puerto Rico, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa.