✅ Vietnam Visa Requirements for Australian Citizens (Updated 2025)

January 21, 2025 0 By Vietnam Embassy Qatar

If you’re an Australian passport holder planning a trip to Vietnam, it’s important to understand the visa policies, types of visas available, and how to apply efficiently. Below is everything you need to know, from tourist stays to urgent entry needs.

🇻🇳 Do Australians Need a Visa to Enter Vietnam?

Yes. As of 2025, Australian citizens are required to obtain a visa before entering Vietnam unless they fall under a specific visa waiver (currently not available for Australia).

📝 Visa Options for Australians

✈️ 1. Vietnam E-Visa (Most Popular for Tourists)

✅ Best for: Short-term tourism or business trips (single entry)

Validity: 30 days (single entry only)
Processing time: 3–5 working days
Entry/Exit: Use designated ports only (airports, land, and seaports)
Apply online via official immigration sites or trusted visa agents

🛬 2. Visa on Arrival (VOA) – For Longer or Multiple Stays

✅ Best for: Australians needing a multiple-entry visa or business travel

Step 1: Apply online to get a visa approval letter
Step 2: Receive the letter via email
Step 3: Get your visa stamped at Vietnam’s international airports

Types available:

1-month single/multiple entry
3-month single/multiple entry

🕒 Emergency processing: As fast as 1–4 hours available with VisaOnlineVietnam’s urgent support.

🏛️ 3. Vietnam Embassy Visa (For Pre-Stamped Visa on Passport)

✅ Best for: Those preferring a visa stamped before travel

Visit or mail application to the Vietnam Embassy in Canberra or Sydney
Processing time: ~5–7 working days
Requires printed forms, photos, and passport

📋 Vietnam Visa Requirements for Australian Citizens

Whether you apply online or at an embassy, these documents are generally required:

Valid passport (min. 6 months validity, 2 blank pages)
A recent passport-sized photo
Completed visa form (online or offline)
Payment of visa service fee and stamping fee (if VOA)
Pre-approval letter (for VOA only)

🧳 Tips for Australians Traveling to Vietnam

Apply 1–2 weeks early, especially during holidays or peak seasons.
Use urgent visa services if traveling within 1–3 days.
Double-check entry point matches your visa (especially for e-Visa).
If applying VOA, print both the approval letter and photo before flying.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

🔸 Can I enter Vietnam without a visa?

No, Australians must have a visa to enter Vietnam in 2025.

🔸 Can I extend my Vietnam visa?

Yes, extensions are possible inside Vietnam. It’s best arranged through local visa agencies.

🔸 Can I enter Vietnam more than once?

Yes, by applying for a multiple-entry visa (available via VOA or Embassy).

🌐 Need Extra Support?

For emergency processing (visa in 1 hour), airport fast track, or car pick-up, contact:

Website: VisaOnlineVietnam.com
WhatsApp: +84 968 18 77 18
USA Hotline: +1 (972)-666-0676

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