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Vietnam eVisa Australia — Step-by-Step Guide 2026
Vietnam eVisa Australia Step-by-Step Guide 2026: Complete Walkthrough for Australian Citizens
This guide walks through every step of the Vietnam eVisa application for Australians — from preparing your passport scan to presenting the approved PDF at check-in in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, or Perth. No embassy visit. No portrait photo. No cash on arrival.
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$90
All-in from
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10 min
To complete form
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30/90 days
You choose
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NO
Portrait photo needed
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▶ Apply Now — From $90
☎ WhatsApp: +84 947 754 252
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Before You Start
What You Need Before Applying — Australian Checklist
| Item |
What to prepare |
AU-specific note |
| Passport bio-data page scan |
Photo of bio-data page: flat on white, JPEG under 2MB, all 4 corners, MRZ strip readable |
iPhone: convert HEIC to JPEG first or delays manual review |
| Portrait photo |
NOT required for eVisa |
Old VOA requirement. No photo booth needed. |
| Passport validity |
At least 6 months from your Vietnam arrival date |
AU adult passports valid 10 years; children under 16: 5 years |
| Vietnam arrival date |
Date you land in Vietnam — check Vietnam segment of booking |
Overnight AU flights arrive next day in Vietnam — do not enter AU departure date |
| Entry point |
Vietnamese airport where you first clear immigration |
NOT Sydney, Melbourne, Singapore, or KL — see Step 4 below |
| Validity and entry type |
30 or 90 days (your choice). Single or multiple-entry (+$25) |
Cannot upgrade after approval. Choose multiple-entry if any cross-border trips planned. |
| Payment method |
Credit/debit card or PayPal. All USD. |
No cash required at any Australian or Vietnamese airport. |
Step-by-Step Application
7-Step Vietnam eVisa Application for Australians
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Prepare your passport bio-data page scan
The eVisa requires only the bio-data page of your Australian passport — no portrait photo needed. Place the passport flat on a white desk. Take the photo with your phone camera. Requirements:
| YES | JPEG format, under 2MB, all 4 corners of passport visible, MRZ strip (2 rows of machine-readable text at bottom) fully readable, flat and even lighting |
| NO | HEIC (iPhone default), blurry, cropped corners, glare or shadow over MRZ, file over 2MB |
iPhone tip: go to Settings → Camera → Formats → Most Compatible to save as JPEG automatically, or convert the photo after taking it.
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Check your Australian passport validity
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your Vietnam arrival date — not from today, not from the date you apply. Australian adult passports are valid for 10 years; children under 16 get 5-year passports. If your passport expires within 6 months of your Vietnam arrival, renew before applying. Vietnamese immigration will refuse entry regardless of an approved eVisa if the passport fails this check.
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Confirm your Vietnam arrival date — not your Australian departure date
Enter the date you land in Vietnam. Because Vietnam is only 3 hours behind AEST, most overnight Australian flights arrive in Vietnam the next calendar day. Open your booking confirmation and check the Vietnam segment arrival date. A Sydney traveler who departs Tuesday evening will typically arrive Wednesday morning in Vietnam — enter Wednesday.
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Select your Vietnam entry point — the single most common AU error
Most Australian Vietnam flights connect through Singapore, KL, or Hong Kong. These are transit hubs — not your entry point. Select the Vietnamese airport only:
| SYD or MEL via Singapore or KL → HCMC | Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) |
| Any AU city via any hub → Hanoi | Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) |
| Any AU city → Da Nang | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) |
| BNE direct → HCMC | Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) |
Wrong entry point = denied entry at Vietnamese immigration. Cannot be changed after approval. New eVisa required.
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Choose validity (30 or 90 days) and single or multiple-entry
| 30 days | For trips up to 30 days. Lower fee option. Same approval process. |
| 90 days | For longer trips or flexibility. Most popular for Australian travelers. Same fee difference is minimal — choose 90 if in doubt. |
| Single-entry | One entry, one continuous stay. Standard option. |
| Multiple-entry +$25 | Unlimited exits and re-entries within validity period. Required for cross-border trips to Cambodia or Laos. Cannot upgrade after approval. |
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Select processing tier and pay
Choose based on when you need the visa. All prices USD, all-in including $25 government fee. Pay by card or PayPal. After payment, WhatsApp +84 947 754 252 your confirmation to trigger priority review:
| 3-Day — $90 | Submit before 2pm AEST. Trip 4+ days away. Best value. |
| 1-Day — $110 | Before 2pm AEST. Same VNT business day. Most popular. |
| 5-Hour — $125 | Before 4pm AEST. Flight tonight. |
| 2.5-Hour — $155 | Before 6pm AEST. Check-in in a few hours. |
| 1-Hour — $185 | Before 9pm AEST. At airport or heading there now. |
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Receive PDF, print, and present at Australian check-in
Approved eVisa arrives as PDF by email and WhatsApp. Print a copy before going to the airport. At check-in in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, or Perth: show the printed eVisa alongside your passport. The airline TIMATIC system will confirm your entry clearance. At Vietnamese immigration on arrival: present the same eVisa PDF. No cash, no separate VOA counter, no queue.
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Validity Guide
30 Days or 90 Days? Single or Multiple-Entry? AU Traveler Decision Guide
| Situation |
Choose |
Why |
| Short trip 1–4 weeks |
30 days, single-entry |
Sufficient for most holiday trips. Cheaper option. |
| Longer trip or unsure of length |
90 days, single-entry |
More flexibility. Small extra cost. Recommended if in doubt. |
| Day trip into Cambodia (HCMC base) or Laos (Hanoi base) |
90 days, multiple-entry |
Single-entry consumed on first Vietnam entry. Cannot upgrade after approval. Must choose multiple-entry before submitting. |
| Business with multiple Vietnam visits |
90 days, multiple-entry |
One application covers all entries within 90 days. |
| Staying longer than 90 days |
Exit and apply new eVisa |
eVisa extensions in Vietnam are possible but not guaranteed. Most long-term travelers exit briefly (e.g. Cambodia) and re-enter on a new 90-day eVisa. |
AEST Deadlines
All Processing Tiers — AEST and AWST Cutoffs 2026
All prices USD all-in. Mon–Fri VNT business hours. AEDT (Oct–Apr NSW/VIC/ACT/TAS) = AEST +1 hour.
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AEST cutoff |
AWST (Perth) |
Delivery |
Total |
| 3-Day Emergency |
2:00pm AEST |
9:00am AWST |
3 biz days |
$90 |
| 2-Day Express |
2:00pm AEST |
9:00am AWST |
2 biz days |
$105 |
| 1-Day Emergency ★ |
2:00pm AEST |
9:00am AWST |
Same day |
$110 |
| 5-Hour Same-Day |
4:00pm AEST |
11:00am AWST |
5 hours |
$125 |
| 2.5-Hour Super Emergency |
6:00pm AEST |
1:00pm AWST |
~2.5 hours |
$155 |
| 1-Hour Ultra Emergency |
9:00pm AEST |
3:00pm AWST |
~60 min |
$185 |
| Weekend Sat/Sun |
6:00pm Sat/Sun |
1:00pm Sat/Sun |
8–9am AEST |
$210–$230 |
| Boarding Letter |
Any time 24/7 |
Any time |
30 min |
WhatsApp |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions — Vietnam eVisa Australia Step-by-Step 2026
How do Australians apply for Vietnam eVisa in 2026? ▼
Apply online through VietnamVisaEasy.com. Prepare passport bio-data page scan (JPEG, no portrait photo). Enter name exactly as on passport, Vietnam arrival date, and Vietnamese airport entry point. Choose 30 or 90 days validity and single or multiple-entry. Select processing tier from $90 (3-Day) to $185 (1-Hour). Pay by card or PayPal. Approved eVisa PDF delivered by email and WhatsApp. Print and present at Australian check-in and Vietnamese immigration.
How long does Vietnam eVisa take for Australians in 2026? ▼
3-Day $90 (before 2pm AEST) • 1-Day $110 (before 2pm AEST, same VNT day) • 5-Hour $125 (before 4pm AEST) • 2.5-Hour $155 (before 6pm AEST) • 1-Hour $185 (before 9pm AEST, ~60 min delivery). Boarding Approval Letter 30 minutes any time 24/7 via WhatsApp. AEDT (Oct–Apr): add 1 hour. AWST Perth: cutoffs 2 hours earlier than AEST.
How long is Vietnam eVisa valid for Australians? ▼
Australians can choose 30 days or 90 days at the time of application. Validity starts from the entry date on the application, not the approval date. Single-entry: one continuous stay for the chosen duration. Multiple-entry (+$25): unlimited exits and re-entries within the chosen validity period. Cannot upgrade from single to multiple after approval.
What entry point should I select on my Vietnam eVisa application? ▼
Select the Vietnamese airport where you first clear Vietnamese immigration. SYD/MEL via Singapore or KL to HCMC → Tan Son Nhat (SGN). Any AU city via any hub to Hanoi → Noi Bai (HAN). Any AU city to Da Nang → Da Nang (DAD). Do not select Sydney, Melbourne, Singapore, or KL — this is the most common error. Wrong entry point = denied entry in Vietnam. Cannot be amended after approval.
Do Australians need a portrait photo for Vietnam eVisa in 2026? ▼
No. Only the passport bio-data page photo is needed. No portrait photo, no photo booth, no 4x6cm white background photo. iPhone users: convert HEIC to JPEG before uploading — Settings → Camera → Formats → Most Compatible, or convert after taking the photo.
Should I choose 30 days or 90 days for my Vietnam eVisa? ▼
Choose 30 days for short trips up to 4 weeks. Choose 90 days for longer stays, working holidays, or if you are unsure of your exact return date — the cost difference is small and the flexibility is worth it. If you plan any cross-border day trips into Cambodia (from HCMC) or Laos (from Hanoi), you must also select multiple-entry (+$25) before submitting, as single-entry cannot be upgraded after approval.
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