2026 Complete Guide: Vietnam Transit Visas for Indian Citizens
Navigating Southeast Asia? Use this interactive guide to determine your visa requirements, costs, and application steps for transiting through Vietnam.
Step 1: Check Your Requirement
Select the conditions that apply to your journey.
? Your Travel Details
Visa Not Required
You may remain in the international transit area without a visa. Ensure your baggage is checked through to the final destination.
The E-Visa Journey (90 Days Validity)
1. Digital Documents
- • Passport (6mo validity)
- • Clear scan of data page
- • 4x6cm Portrait (no glasses)
- • Onward flight/ship ticket
2. Online Submission
Submit details via the official portal or authorized agency. Processing typically takes 3-5 working days.
3. Receive & Print
The E-visa is sent via email. Print it out to present at the immigration checkpoint upon arrival.
Standard Government Fees (2026)
Single Entry
Up to 90 days validity
Multiple Entry
Ideal for round-trip transit
Global Visa-Free Comparison
Understanding Vietnam’s unilateral exemptions compared to Indian passport requirements.
India (2026)
Visa Required
Chile/Panama
90 Days
EU/Japan/UK
45 Days
ASEAN Nations
30 Days
🚨 Crucial Regulation Updates
Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Declaration
Since April 15, 2026, passengers entering the country at HCMC must submit a pre-arrival QR code. Transit-only passengers staying in-terminal are exempt.
Phu Quoc Special Exemption
Direct flights to Phu Quoc offer a 30-day visa-free stay. If transiting through the mainland for a stay, a visa is mandatory.
💬 Frequently Asked Questions
Only with a pre-approved Visa Approval Letter. However, the E-visa is now the standard and highly recommended method for 2026.
A single “Multiple Entry” E-visa (90 days) covers both legs of your journey if they occur within the 3-month window.
Usually yes, provided you don’t pass immigration. Always check if your airline requires a terminal change that involves exiting the secure area.
