Vietnam Visa for Indians 2026, Complete Guide

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Last updated April 2026 · Verified against official sources

Vietnam Visa for Indians 2026 , Complete Guide

Vietnam is one of the easiest visa applications for Indian travelers , and one of the most commonly overthought. The e-visa costs Rs 2,100, takes 15 minutes to fill, and arrives in 3 business days. No embassy visit, no agent, no biometrics. Yet around 8% of Indian applications get rejected, almost entirely because of one fixable mistake: a grey photo background. India’s studios use grey by default. Vietnam’s portal requires white. That single mismatch causes 40% of rejections. This guide covers every cost, every document, every mistake, and what actually happens at immigration so you arrive prepared.

📑 In This Article
  1. All Vietnam Visa Options for Indians
  2. Documents Required for Vietnam Visa
  3. Why Vietnam Visa Gets Rejected for Indians , Every Cause and Fix
  4. How to Apply for Vietnam Visa from India , Step by Step
  5. Total Cost of Vietnam Trip from India , Realistic Breakdown
  6. Hidden Costs Most Indians Miss
  7. Money-Saving Tips for Vietnam from India
  8. Best Time to Visit Vietnam from India
  9. What Happens When You Land , Vietnam Immigration
  10. Vietnam Embassy and Consulate Locations in India
  11. How Vietnam Compares to Other Southeast Asia Destinations
  12. What Vietnam Is Actually Like for Indian Travelers
  13. Vietnam Visa Guide by Departure City
  14. Frequently Asked Questions , Vietnam Visa for Indians
At a Glance , Vietnam Visa 2026
Visa Type
E-Visa
For Indian passport holders
Cost
Rs 2,100
~$25 · Single or multiple
Processing
3 to 5 business days
Apply 2 weeks before travel
Stay
90 days
Per entry
Entry
Single
Same price as single , always choose this
Apply At
Official Portal
https://evisa.gov.vn/

All Vietnam Visa Options for Indians

Visa Type Fee Processing Stay Entry
E-Visa (Tourist, Single Entry)
Most tourists on a straightforward Vietnam-only trip		 Rs 2,100 3 to 5 business days 90 days Single
E-Visa (Tourist, Multiple Entry)
Choose this if you plan to cross into Cambodia or Laos and return to Vietnam		 Rs 4,200 3 to 5 business days 90 days Multiple
Visa on Arrival (Tourist)
Last resort only , more expensive and more hassle than e-visa		 Rs 4,200 Pre-letter required before flying 90 days Single
Business Visa (DN)
Formal corporate travel, business meetings		 Rs 4,250 7 to 10 business days 90 days Single or multiple
Work Visa (LD)
Employment in Vietnam , requires Vietnamese employer sponsorship		 Rs 11,500 2 to 4 weeks 730 days Multiple
Which one should you get?

For tourism: the E-Visa (Tourist, Single Entry). It is cheaper, faster, and simpler than every other option. Apply at https://evisa.gov.vn/. Takes 15 minutes to fill. Arrives by email in 3 to 5 business days.

Documents Required for Vietnam Visa

  • ✓
    Passport (bio-data page scan)
    Valid for at least 6 months beyond entry date. Minimum 2 blank visa pages. Scan bio-data page only: all four corners visible, no shadows, MRZ zone (two rows of letters at bottom) fully legible. JPEG or PDF under 2MB. Use Adobe Scan or Microsoft Lens, not regular camera app.

  • ✓
    Passport photo , pure white background Most Critical
    This is where 40% of Indian applications fail. Vietnam’s portal auto-checks background colour. Grey is rejected instantly , no human reviews it. Indian studios use grey by default. Fix: use remove.bg (free, 30 seconds) to replace background with white before uploading. JPEG format, under 2MB, taken in last 6 months, full face visible, no glasses.

  • ✓
    Entry airport (exact airport your flight lands at) Most Critical
    The visa specifies your entry port. Flying to Hanoi? Select Noi Bai International. Ho Chi Minh City? Tan Son Nhat. Da Nang? Da Nang International. Check your actual flight itinerary before selecting. Mismatch = cannot enter. Cannot change after payment.

  • ✓
    Exit airport or border crossing
    Where you plan to leave Vietnam from. Can be same or different from entry airport. Can also be a land border crossing into Cambodia or Laos.

  • ✓
    Intended travel dates
    Approximate dates are fine. The 90-day stay window gives flexibility. Enter dates close to your actual plan.

  • ✓
    First hotel name and address
    Name and street address of where you stay the first night. A Booking.com or MakeMyTrip screenshot is sufficient. Does not need to be paid or confirmed.

  • ✓
    International Visa or Mastercard
    Rupay not accepted. Enable international online transactions in your bank app before starting the form. HDFC: Cards > Manage Card > International Usage. SBI: YONO > Cards > Manage Card. If card declines after filling the form, you lose progress.

What You Do NOT Need

Unlike Schengen or UK visa applications, Vietnam’s e-visa does not require:

  • Bank statement or savings account proof
  • Salary slip or payslip
  • Income tax return (ITR)
  • Employment verification or NOC letter
  • Cover letter or invitation letter
  • Return flight booking at time of application
  • Travel insurance certificate
  • Hotel bookings for full trip (only first night address needed)
  • Sponsor declaration of any kind

Why Vietnam Visa Gets Rejected for Indians , Every Cause and Fix

1
Grey or cream photo background , About 40% of Indian rejections
Why it happens for Indians: Indian studios use grey by default because most Indian documents accept it. Vietnam’s portal checks this automatically , grey is rejected without human review.
Fix: Use remove.bg (free, under 1 minute) to convert any photo to pure white background. Or retake at a studio and specifically say ‘pure white background for Vietnam Visa, not grey’.

2
Name doesn’t exactly match passport , About 25% of Indian rejections
Why it happens for Indians: Many Indians omit their middle name in daily use and enter it that way on forms. Vietnam does character-by-character matching.
Fix: Open passport to bio-data page and copy name exactly , every word, same capitalisation, including middle name.

3
Entry airport doesn’t match actual flight , About 15% of rejections
Why it happens for Indians: Travelers select a city they know rather than verifying the exact airport from their booking.
Fix: Open your flight itinerary and confirm the IATA airport code before selecting from the dropdown.

4
Passport scan blurry, dark, or cropped , About 10% of rejections
Why it happens for Indians: Using regular phone camera app which doesn’t handle document scanning well.
Fix: Download Adobe Scan or Microsoft Lens. Scan in bright daylight. All four corners visible. MRZ zone at bottom fully readable.

5
Passport number entered incorrectly , About 5% of rejections
Why it happens for Indians: Indian passport numbers mix letters and digits where O vs 0, I vs 1 look identical in small print.
Fix: Copy character by character from physical passport with both visible simultaneously. Double-check before submitting.

6
Prior visa overstay in Southeast Asia , About 3% of rejections
Why it happens for Indians: Regional immigration databases shared between Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia.
Fix: Apply via Vietnam Embassy in New Delhi for sticker visa with manual review. Cover letter explaining prior overstay helps.

Reapplication costs another Rs 2,100

The fee is non-refundable whether your application is approved or rejected. Every rejection cause above is preventable in under 5 minutes of preparation before you open the form. Do not skip the photo background check.

How to Apply for Vietnam Visa from India , Step by Step

1
Enable international payments on your card before anything else
Open your bank app and enable international online transactions. HDFC: Cards > Manage Card > International Usage > enable E-Commerce. SBI YONO: Cards > Manage Card > Transaction Limits. Axis, ICICI: similar paths. If you skip this, your card declines at the payment screen after you’ve spent 15 minutes filling the form.

2
Fix your photo background before opening the application
Go to remove.bg, upload your passport photo, download the white-background JPEG version. Zoom in on the result and check corners , no grey patches. Save as JPEG under 2MB. This eliminates the most common rejection cause before you start.

3
Open the official government portal , check the URL
Go to evisa.gov.vn directly. When you Google ‘Vietnam e-visa’, the first 2-3 results are third-party agents charging Rs 3,000 to Rs 8,000. The URL must end in .gov.vn. Register with your email address.

4
Fill in personal details with your passport open in front of you
Enter full name exactly as in passport , every character, same capitalisation, middle name included. Copy passport number character by character (O vs 0, I vs 1). Date of birth DD/MM/YYYY. Select Single Entry (Rs 2,100) for a Vietnam-only trip, or Multiple Entry (Rs 4,200) if you plan to cross into Cambodia or Laos and return.

5
Select entry airport from your actual flight booking
Open your flight booking or e-ticket. Find your destination airport: Noi Bai for Hanoi, Tan Son Nhat for Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang International for Da Nang. This cannot be changed after payment. Enter your first hotel’s name and address.

6
Upload photo and passport scan
Upload white-background photo (JPEG, under 2MB) and passport bio-data page scan (JPEG or PDF, under 2MB). The portal shows a preview , check background appears white, all passport text is legible, all four corners visible. If either file exceeds 2MB, compress at ilovepdf.com first.

7
Review everything before paying
Check: name matches passport exactly. Passport number matches. Entry airport matches actual flight. Multiple entry selected. Email address correct. Once you pay, nothing can be changed.

8
Pay Rs 2,100 and save your application code
Pay $25 via Visa or Mastercard. After payment you receive a confirmation email with your application code. Save it , needed to track status. Fee is non-refundable whether approved or rejected.

9
Track status and print your approval letter
Check status at evisa.gov.vn > Check E-Visa Status using your application code and passport number. Processing: 3 to 5 business days. When approved, the PDF arrives by email. Print TWO copies before flying , one for Indian airport check-in, one for Vietnam immigration.

Total Cost of Vietnam Trip from India , Realistic Breakdown

7-Day Vietnam Trip from India , Full Cost Breakdown
RangeTypical
Vietnam e-visa (single entry Rs 2,100 / multiple Rs 4,200)Rs 2,100 to Rs 4,200Rs 2,100
Return flights , Mumbai or DelhiRs 16,000 to Rs 22,000Rs 19,000
Hotel, mid-range, 7 nightsRs 17,500 to Rs 28,000Rs 22,000
Food and local transport per dayRs 1,200 to Rs 2,000 per dayRs 10,500
Travel insurance, 7 daysRs 800 to Rs 1,500Rs 1,000
Local SIM card, 10 daysRs 600 to Rs 900Rs 750
Activities and day trips totalRs 3,000 to Rs 8,000Rs 5,000
Total for 7 days
Rs 41,200 to Rs 64,500
Rs 60,350

Hidden Costs Most Indians Miss

ATM withdrawal fees inside Vietnam
Rs 250 to Rs 400 per withdrawal , withdraw larger amounts less often
Airport currency exchange premium
5 to 8% above market rate , use city ATMs instead
Ha Long Bay day cruise (popular, often unbudgeted)
Rs 4,500 to Rs 9,000 per person
Grab vs airport taxi difference
Airport taxis: Rs 600 to Rs 1,500 fixed. Grab: Rs 300 to Rs 700 same route
Tourist area restaurant premium
2 to 3x the price of local restaurants two streets away
Indian roaming vs local SIM
Indian roaming Rs 1,500 to Rs 3,000 throttled. Local SIM Rs 700 unlimited

Money-Saving Tips for Vietnam from India

1
Apply yourself , skip agents entirely
Visa agents charge Rs 3,000 to Rs 8,000 for filling a 15-minute form available free at the official portal. The visa you receive is identical. Apply at evisa.gov.vn and keep the difference.

2
Use a zero-forex card for visa payment and all Vietnam spending
Niyo Global and IDFC FIRST WOW charge zero forex markup on international transactions. Standard Indian cards charge 1 to 3.5% per transaction. On a Rs 60,000 trip, that is Rs 600 to Rs 2,100 in avoidable fees.

3
Choose entry type based on your itinerary
Single entry costs Rs 2,100 ($25). Multiple entry costs Rs 4,200 ($50). If you are staying in Vietnam only, single entry is sufficient and saves Rs 2,100. If you plan to cross into Cambodia or Laos and return to Vietnam, pay for multiple entry.

4
Buy local SIM at Vietnam airport arrivals
Viettel or Mobifone SIM with 10-day unlimited data: Rs 700 at the arrivals hall. Indian international roaming for same period: Rs 1,500 to Rs 3,000 with throttled speeds.

5
Book flights 6 to 8 weeks ahead on IndiGo or Vietjet
Both run direct routes from Mumbai and Delhi to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Prices increase sharply inside the 3-week window before departure.

6
Use Grab not airport taxis
Download Grab before flying and link your card. Airport taxis charge Rs 600 to Rs 1,500 fixed. Grab covers same route for Rs 300 to Rs 700.

7
Get photo background right first time
A rejected application costs Rs 2,100 to refile. Using remove.bg before upload takes under a minute and costs nothing. It prevents the most common rejection.

Best Time to Visit Vietnam from India

JanPeak
FebGreat
MarIdeal
AprWarm
MayAvoid
JunAvoid
JulAvoid
AugAvoid
SepMixed
OctGood
NovBest
DecPeak

November is the single best month for Indian travelers , perfect weather everywhere, no Indian or Vietnamese holidays creating crowds, prices below the December-January peak.

Indian summer holidays (May-June) fall during Vietnam’s rainy season. If you must travel then, Da Nang and Hoi An stay drier than Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City. Budget Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000 more for flights during peak Indian holiday periods.

What Happens When You Land , Vietnam Immigration

Join the Foreigners queue , clearly marked at Noi Bai and Tan Son Nhat. Hand the officer your printed approval letter and passport open to bio-data page. They scan the QR code, check the match, stamp your passport. Typical interaction: 60 to 90 seconds. About 5 to 10% of travelers get directed to secondary counter , routine for manual verification, not a red flag. Takes 5 to 10 additional minutes.

Have These Ready at the Counter
  • Printed e-visa approval letter with QR code visible , physical paper, not just phone
  • Indian passport open to bio-data page
  • Return flight booking on your phone
  • First hotel booking on your phone , screenshot is enough
  • Filled arrival card , pick one from the rack near the immigration queue if not given on plane

Common Questions Immigration Officers Ask

Question What to Say
Purpose of visit Tourism
How long are you staying State your actual planned duration
Where are you staying first night Hotel name , no need to recite address

Vietnam Embassy and Consulate Locations in India

New Delhi
Embassy of Vietnam
17 Kautilya Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021
Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (submission)
All sticker visa applications for India , business, work, student
For e-visa: no embassy visit needed , apply entirely online
Mumbai
No Vietnam Consulate
N/A , nearest is New Delhi embassy
N/A
For sticker visas: apply by courier to New Delhi embassy. Allow 7 to 10 extra days for postal transit.
For e-visa: apply entirely online from Mumbai , no travel required
Kolkata
No Vietnam Consulate
N/A , nearest is New Delhi embassy
N/A
For sticker visas: apply by courier to New Delhi
For e-visa: apply entirely online from Kolkata , no travel required

How Vietnam Compares to Other Southeast Asia Destinations

Country Visa for Indians Fee Processing Stay Daily Budget Best For
Vietnam E-visa required Rs 2,100 3 days 90 days Rs 2,500 to Rs 4,000 Culture, food, history, first SE Asia trip
Thailand Visa-free 30 days Rs 0 0 days 30 days Rs 3,000 to Rs 5,000 Beaches, nightlife, families, island hopping
Bali Indonesia Free VOA 30 days Rs 0 0 days 30 days Rs 2,500 to Rs 4,500 Wellness, honeymoon, Instagram scenery
Cambodia E-visa required Rs 2,550 3 days 30 days Rs 2,000 to Rs 3,500 Angkor Wat, budget travel, combine with Vietnam
Malaysia Visa-free 30 days Rs 0 0 days 30 days Rs 3,000 to Rs 5,000 Cities, shopping, Borneo wildlife
Singapore Visa-free 30 days Rs 0 0 days 30 days Rs 7,000 to Rs 12,000 Layover, urban luxury, food
Japan E-visa or sticker Rs 9,200 7 days 15 days Rs 8,000 to Rs 15,000 Culture, safety, precision travel
Dubai UAE Visa on Arrival Rs 0 0 days 14 days Rs 6,000 to Rs 12,000 Shopping, layover, luxury

What Vietnam Is Actually Like for Indian Travelers

Vietnam surprises most Indian travelers. You expect temples and rice fields and you get Ho Chi Minh City’s chaos, pho at 6am in a plastic chair, French colonial architecture in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, and a country that has rebuilt itself twice within living memory. The visa anxiety is real , pointing a new bureaucratic process at your travel plans is stressful , but it is genuinely one of the simpler processes you will encounter. Three days, one form, Rs 2,100. The trip that follows is worth every bit of it.

Vietnam Visa Guide by Departure City

Flight costs, local embassy information, and city-specific tips for every major Indian departure city.

MumbaiFlights, embassy, local tips
DelhiFlights, embassy, local tips
BangaloreFlights, embassy, local tips
KolkataFlights, embassy, local tips
ChennaiFlights, embassy, local tips
HyderabadFlights, embassy, local tips
PuneFlights, embassy, local tips
AhmedabadFlights, embassy, local tips
JaipurFlights, embassy, local tips
LucknowFlights, embassy, local tips

Frequently Asked Questions , Vietnam Visa for Indians

Do Indians need a visa for Vietnam in 2026?
Yes. India is not on Vietnam’s visa-free list. Indian passport holders need a Vietnam e-visa for every visit. The single-entry e-visa costs Rs 2,100 ($25). The multiple-entry e-visa costs Rs 4,200 ($50). Both are applied online in 15 minutes at evisa.gov.vn and take 3 to 5 business days to process, giving up to 90 days stay.
How much does the Vietnam Visa cost in rupees?
Single entry: Rs 2,100 ($25). Multiple entry: Rs 4,200 ($50). Both applied at the official portal evisa.gov.vn. Third-party agents charge Rs 3,000 to Rs 8,000 extra for filling the same form , apply directly and save that amount. The fee is non-refundable whether approved or rejected.
How long does Vietnam Visa processing take for Indians?
3 business days in most cases. Can extend to 5 to 6 days around Vietnamese public holidays (especially Tet in late January/early February) or during peak season. Apply at least 14 days before travel. Do not book non-refundable flights until you have the approval letter.
Do I need a bank statement for Vietnam Visa?
No. The Vietnam e-visa application does not ask for bank statements, salary slips, income tax returns, or any financial documents. You need: passport scan, white-background photo, travel dates, entry airport selection, and first hotel address. That is the complete list.
Can I get Vietnam Visa on arrival instead of e-visa?
Technically yes, but it costs more and involves more steps. Visa on arrival requires a pre-approval letter arranged online before flying (Rs 1,200 to Rs 2,000 extra) plus a $25 stamp fee in cash at the airport plus a 45 to 90 minute queue at a dedicated counter. Total: Rs 3,400 to Rs 4,200. The e-visa is Rs 2,100, fully online, no airport queue. There is no reason to use visa on arrival.
What is the most common reason Vietnam Visa is rejected for Indians?
Grey photo background. India’s studios use grey by default. Vietnam’s portal checks background colour automatically and rejects grey instantly. This causes approximately 40% of Indian rejections. Fix: use remove.bg (free, under 1 minute) to convert any photo to pure white before uploading.
Can I extend my Vietnam stay beyond 90 days?
Yes. Visit any Vietnam Immigration Department office before your visa expires. Extensions of 30 to 90 days typically cost $25 to $50. With a multiple-entry visa, a border run to Cambodia or Laos and re-entry resets your stay period. Do not overstay , fines are Rs 5,000 to Rs 15,000 and the record can affect future applications.
Is Vietnam safe for Indian tourists?
Yes. Vietnam has low violent crime, a stable political environment, and well-developed tourism infrastructure. Common minor issues: motorbike bag snatching in busy markets (keep bags on wall side), overpriced airport taxis (use Grab), and tourist-area restaurant premiums. None are serious safety concerns.
Do I need travel insurance for Vietnam Visa?
Not required for the e-visa application. But strongly recommended , medical costs in Vietnam for foreigners can be Rs 15,000 to Rs 50,000 for a minor incident. Travel insurance for 7 days from Digit, Bajaj Allianz, or HDFC ERGO costs Rs 800 to Rs 1,500 with Rs 10 to Rs 15 lakh medical coverage. Buy before departure , significantly cheaper than buying post-arrival.
What if my Vietnam Visa application is rejected?
Identify the cause (almost always grey photo, name mismatch, or wrong entry airport), fix it, and reapply immediately at evisa.gov.vn. There is no waiting period. You pay Rs 2,100 again. If rejected twice with no clear technical cause, contact the Vietnam Embassy in New Delhi at +91-11-2301-8059 for a sticker visa with manual review.

Apply for Vietnam Visa

Single entry: Rs 2,100. Processing: 3 to 5 business days. Apply at least 2 weeks before travel. Get a white-background photo. Print your approval letter before you fly.

Official portal: https://evisa.gov.vn/

Updated April 2026. This guide is for information only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Verify all requirements at official sources before booking travel.

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