Australian passport holders require a visa to enter Vietnam — there is no visa exemption for Australians. The good news is that the entire application is done online through an e-visa, and once approved it covers you for up to 90 days with multiple entries.
This guide walks through every step of the process: what documents to prepare, how to fill in the application, what to expect after you pay, and how to reach Vietnam if your flight is sooner than standard processing allows.
Quick answer for Australians in a hurry: If your flight leaves in less than 3 business days, skip straight to the Urgent Options section. Standard processing will not be fast enough.
1. Are Australian Citizens Eligible for a Vietnam E-Visa?
Yes. Australia is on Vietnam's approved e-visa country list. Any holder of a valid Australian passport — including dual nationals travelling on their Australian passport — can apply.
Children travelling with Australian passports must each hold their own separate e-visa, regardless of age. They cannot be added to a parent's visa.
The e-visa allows:
- Up to 90 days in Vietnam per entry
- Multiple entries — you can leave and re-enter Vietnam within the validity window
- Entry by air, land, or sea at approved ports
Always select 90-day validity when applying — it is the same price as shorter options and gives you maximum flexibility.
2. Documents You Need Before You Start
Prepare these before opening the application form. Having everything ready prevents mistakes and restarts.
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Australian passport | Valid for at least 6 months beyond your Vietnam arrival date |
| Passport bio-data page scan | Clear, flat scan or high-quality photo — all text readable, no glare |
| Passport photo (digital) | 4 x 6 cm, white background, taken within 6 months, face clearly visible |
| Vietnam arrival date | The date your flight lands in Vietnam — not your departure date from Australia |
| Vietnamese entry airport | The Vietnamese airport you will land at (SGN, HAN, DAD, PQC, or CXR) |
| Payment card | Credit or debit card (Visa/Mastercard) for the USD 25 government fee |
Entry date = Vietnam arrival date. Enter the date your plane lands in Vietnam. If you depart Sydney on 5 November and arrive in Ho Chi Minh City on 6 November, enter 6 November. Getting this wrong is one of the most common errors Australians make.
3. Which Airport to Select as Your Entry Port
Your e-visa must list the Vietnamese airport where you clear immigration. If you transit through Singapore, Bangkok, or any other non-Vietnamese airport, do not enter that airport — enter the first Vietnamese airport you land at.
| Airport | Code | Common Australian routes |
|---|---|---|
| Ho Chi Minh City (Tan Son Nhat) | SGN | Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth direct or via SIN/BKK |
| Hanoi (Noi Bai) | HAN | Sydney via SIN or BKK; some direct charters |
| Da Nang | DAD | Sydney/Melbourne via SIN or BKK |
| Phu Quoc | PQC | Charter flights from major Australian cities |
| Cam Ranh (Nha Trang) | CXR | Connecting flights via HAN or SGN |
SGN arrivals from 15 April 2026: Complete the mandatory pre-arrival declaration at prearrival.immigration.gov.vn before boarding your flight to Ho Chi Minh City. This is separate from your e-visa.
4. Step-by-Step: How to Apply Through VietnamVisaEasy
VietnamVisaEasy handles the government portal on your behalf, checks your application for errors before submission, and keeps you updated by WhatsApp until your approval arrives.
Open the application form
Go to vietnamvisaeasy.com/apply. Select your processing speed and enter your nationality (Australian).
Enter your travel details
Fill in your Vietnam arrival date (the date you land in Vietnam), your chosen entry airport, and your intended departure date. All dates refer to your time in Vietnam.
Enter your passport details
Type your name exactly as it appears on your Australian passport. Check spelling carefully — your name on the visa must match your passport or you may be denied boarding.
Upload your documents
Upload your passport bio-data page scan and your digital passport photo. Ensure both are clear and well-lit. Blurry uploads are the main reason applications are sent back as Amendment Required.
Review your application
Read through every field before submitting. Pay particular attention to passport number, date of birth, arrival date, and entry airport. Mistakes cannot be corrected after approval without reapplying.
Pay and submit
Pay the service fee by card. VietnamVisaEasy then submits your application to the Vietnamese government portal, pays the USD 25 government fee on your behalf, and begins tracking your application.
Receive and download your e-visa
Once approved, your e-visa PDF is sent by email and WhatsApp. Download it and save a copy on your phone — you will need to show it at check-in and again at immigration in Vietnam. Print a copy as backup.
5. Vietnam E-Visa Fees for Australians
All prices below are in USD and include the Vietnamese government fee of USD 25. No additional government fee is payable at any point.
| Processing Tier | Processing Time | Total Fee (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 3 business days | USD 90 |
| Urgent 1-Day | Next business day | USD 110 |
| Urgent 5-Hour | Within 5 hours | USD 125 |
| Urgent 2.5-Hour | Within 2.5 hours | USD 155 |
| Urgent 1.5-Hour | Within 1.5 hours | USD 185 |
| Weekend / Holiday | Sat/Sun/public holiday, cutoff 15:00 VNT | USD 230 |
| Emergency (30–60 min) | Monday–Friday only | USD 215 |
Government fee of USD 25 is included in all tiers above. Error-checking and identification of any issues is free of charge.
6. Processing Times and AEST / AEDT Cutoffs
VietnamVisaEasy operates on Vietnam Time (VNT, UTC+7). The table below converts the key submission cutoffs to Australian Eastern time — AEST (UTC+10) applies in winter, AEDT (UTC+11) in daylight saving.
| Tier | VNT cutoff | AEST cutoff | AEDT cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5-Hour / 2.5-Hour | 16:30 VNT | 19:30 AEST | 20:30 AEDT |
| 5-Hour | 14:00 VNT | 17:00 AEST | 18:00 AEDT |
| Weekend / Holiday | 15:00 VNT | 18:00 AEST | 19:00 AEDT |
Note: The 1.5-Hour and 2.5-Hour emergency tiers operate Monday–Friday only. On weekends and Vietnamese public holidays, only the Weekend / Holiday tier is available.
7. What to Do If Your Flight Is Soon
If you need your e-visa in under 3 business days, choose an urgent processing tier when you apply. The right tier depends on how many hours you have before check-in:
| Time until flight | Recommended tier |
|---|---|
| More than 3 business days | Standard (USD 90) |
| Tomorrow or next business day | Urgent 1-Day (USD 110) |
| Same day, 6+ hours away | Urgent 5-Hour (USD 125) |
| Same day, 3–6 hours away | Urgent 2.5-Hour (USD 155) |
| Same day, 2–3 hours away | Urgent 1.5-Hour (USD 185) |
| Saturday, Sunday, or public holiday | Weekend / Holiday tier (USD 230) |
Already applied through evisa.gov.vn? Do not submit a second application — duplicate applications put both on hold for 24–48 hours. Instead, contact VietnamVisaEasy about a Speed Up escalation on your existing application.
8. What to Do After You Receive Your E-Visa
When your approval email arrives, check these details immediately:
- Your name matches your passport exactly (spelling and order)
- Passport number is correct
- Entry port matches the airport you are flying into
- Entry date is your Vietnam arrival date, not your departure date from Australia
- Validity window covers your full stay
You can verify your e-visa status at any time at evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/search.
At check-in, the airline will ask to see your e-visa. Show the PDF on your phone or a printed copy. At Vietnam immigration, you will also hand it to the officer along with your passport.
Frequently Asked Questions
Processing from 1.5 hours. Approved visas sent by email and WhatsApp.
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