Vietnam Visa for Scottish citizens
Visa Information for travelers visiting Vietnam from Scotland.
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Do Scottish passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. As of January 2026, Scottish citizens must have a visa to enter Vietnam. If arriving through one of the 33 ports of entry, Scottish residents may obtain an e-visa online.
Visa requirement summary:
| Is a visa required for Scottish citizens? | Yes, Scottish citizens need to apply for a Vietnam visa |
| Vietnamese e-visa cost: | Total e visa fee is (55 USD ~ 43 GBP) |
| Processing time: | 5-7 working days (Earliest would be 11:30 - Tuesday - 20 January, 2026 at Edinburgh local time) |
| Expedited e-visa processing time: | 4-8 working hours (Earliest would be 07:00 - Monday - 12 January, 2026 at Edinburgh local time) |
| Easiest way to apply: | Online application |
How to apply
Scottish residents are eligible for the e-visa program, here below is the step-by-step guide.
Eligible ports of entry
Travelers from Scotland 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 Scotland) |
|---|---|
| Noi Bai Int Airport (HAN) - Hanoi | 6075.4 km / 3775.1 miles (10 hours, 7 minutes) |
| Cat Bi Int Airport (HPH) - Hai Phong | 6149.8 km / 3821.3 miles (10 hours, 14 minutes) |
| Cam Ranh Int Airport (CXR) - Nha Trang | 6129.7 km / 3808.8 miles (10 hours, 12 minutes) |
| Can Tho International Airport (VCA) | 5709.4 km / 3547.6 miles (9 hours, 30 minutes) |
| Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | 6135.5 km / 3812.4 miles (10 hours, 13 minutes) |
| Phu Bai Int Airport (HUI) | 6094.4 km / 3786.9 miles (10 hours, 9 minutes) |
| Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) | 5528.6 km / 3435.3 miles (9 hours, 12 minutes) |
| Tan Son Nhat Int Airport (SGN) - Ho Chi Minh City | 5828.4 km / 3621.6 miles (9 hours, 42 minutes) |
| Bo Y Landport | 6028.8 km / 3746.1 miles (10 hours, 2 minutes) |
| Cha Lo Landport | 5940.4 km / 3691.2 miles (9 hours, 54 minutes) |
| Cau Treo Landport | 5904.9 km / 3669.2 miles (9 hours, 50 minutes) |
| Huu Nghi Landport | 6192.9 km / 3848.1 miles (10 hours, 19 minutes) |
| Ha Tien Landport | 5583.9 km / 3469.7 miles (9 hours, 18 minutes) |
| Lao Bao Landport | 5988.4 km / 3721.0 miles (9 hours, 58 minutes) |
| Lao Cai Landport | 5951.9 km / 3698.3 miles (9 hours, 55 minutes) |
| La Lay Landport | 6017.3 km / 3739.0 miles (10 hours, 1 minutes) |
| Moc Bai Landport | 5783.5 km / 3593.7 miles (9 hours, 38 minutes) |
| Mong Cai Landport | 6298.1 km / 3913.4 miles (10 hours, 29 minutes) |
| Nam Can Landport | 5839.4 km / 3628.5 miles (9 hours, 43 minutes) |
| Na Meo Landport | 5924.1 km / 3681.1 miles (9 hours, 52 minutes) |
| Song Tien Landport | 5673.6 km / 3525.4 miles (9 hours, 27 minutes) |
| Tinh Bien Landport | 5639.5 km / 3504.2 miles (9 hours, 23 minutes) |
| Tay Trang Landport | 5797.6 km / 3602.5 miles (9 hours, 39 minutes) |
| Xa Mat Landport | 5778.3 km / 3590.5 miles (9 hours, 37 minutes) |
| Chan May Seaport | 6125.1 km / 3805.9 miles (10 hours, 12 minutes) |
| Da Nang Seaport | 6138.2 km / 3814.1 miles (10 hours, 13 minutes) |
| Duong Dong Seaport | 5525.7 km / 3433.5 miles (9 hours, 12 minutes) |
| Hon Gai Seaport | 6188.4 km / 3845.3 miles (10 hours, 18 minutes) |
| Hai Phong Seaport | 6148.0 km / 3820.2 miles (10 hours, 14 minutes) |
| Nha Trang Seaport | 6134.4 km / 3811.8 miles (10 hours, 13 minutes) |
| Quy Nhon Seaport | 6177.6 km / 3838.6 miles (10 hours, 17 minutes) |
| Ho Chi Minh City Seaport | 5841.8 km / 3629.9 miles (9 hours, 44 minutes) |
| Vung Tau Seaport | 5872.8 km / 3649.2 miles (9 hours, 47 minutes) |
Travel information and facts
| Scotland | Vietnam | Differences | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local time | 23:50 (10 January, 2026) | 06:50 (11 January, 2026) | Scotland is 7.0 hours behind Vietnam. |
| Population | 5,477,190 | 97,408,956 | 91,931,766 fewer than Vietnam. |
| Current weather | light rain 27°C (Edinburgh) | scattered clouds 21°C (Hanoi) | 6°C higher than Vietnam |
| Distance | Edinburgh |
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Average distance is 5944 km or 3693 miles. |
| Today’s holiday |
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The next public holiday in Vietnam is Feb. 14, 2026 which will start in 1 month (Edinburgh local time) |
Frequently asked questions, answered
Are there any embassies or consulates of Vietnam in Scotland?
No. There is no embassy of Vietnam in Scotland.
How much is a Vietnamese e-visa fee for Scottish citizens?
An e-visa for Vietnam will cost (55 USD ~ 43 GBP) for a normal 5-7 working day processing.
How soon can I get a visa for Vietnam from Scotland?
For the quickest processing time, an e-visa can be obtained as early as 07:00 AM on 12 January 2026 (Edinburgh local time).
How many ways are there to obtain a visa for Vietnam?
If you are currently residing in Scotland, you can:
- Apply for an e-visa.