Vietnam Visa Documents Checklist for Indians 2026: What You Need for eVisa

Vietnam eVisa for Indians requires just 4 things: a valid passport, a digital photo, your travel dates, and a credit/debit card for the USD 25 fee. The application is fully online — no embassy visit, no agent needed. Here’s the complete checklist.

Vietnam eVisa Documents Checklist

1. Passport

• Valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended exit date from Vietnam
• At least 1 blank page for the entry stamp
• Scanned copy of bio-data page (JPEG or PNG, clear and unobstructed)

2. Passport Photo

• White/light background
• Taken within the last 6 months
• Face clearly visible, no glasses, no head covering (unless religious)
• File size: under 2MB, JPEG format

3. Travel Information

• Intended entry date and exit date (within 90-day max)
• Entry port (e.g., Noi Bai Airport Hanoi, Tan Son Nhat Airport HCMC)
• Exit port (can be different from entry)
• Accommodation address in Vietnam (hotel name + address)

4. Payment

• International credit or debit card (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX)
• USD 25 fee — charged at the time of application

Do I Need to Show These Documents at the Airport?

Yes. When you check in and at Vietnam immigration, you’ll show your original passport and a printout or digital copy of your approved e-Visa PDF. The e-Visa has a QR code that immigration officers scan. You do not need to bring any other documents unless the immigration officer specifically asks.

Documents NOT Required for Vietnam eVisa

Many Indians ask about documents that are actually not needed for the eVisa application itself: bank statements, flight bookings, hotel confirmations, and travel insurance are not required to submit. You only need these if asked at the port of entry by immigration officers, which is rare for tourists with an approved eVisa.

FAQs

Can I scan my passport at home?

Yes. A smartphone photo of your passport bio page works fine as long as it’s clear, in focus, and all text is readable. Ensure the image is saved as JPEG.

Do I need a return ticket to apply?

No return ticket is required to submit the eVisa application. However, airlines may ask for proof of onward travel before boarding.

What if I don’t know my exact travel dates yet?

Enter your best estimate. The eVisa is valid from your stated start date — you can enter Vietnam any day from that date until the end date. You don’t have to fly on the exact start date, but you cannot enter before it.

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