Vietnam Digital
Arrival Card Guide
Starting April 15, 2026, the PAI system is mandatory for foreign arrivals. This interactive guide helps you navigate the new digital border requirements for SGN, HAN, and PQC.
Check Your Requirement
Select your traveler profile to see if you need to file the Digital Arrival Card.
Implementation Schedule
Phased rollout across major international gateways.
Tan Son Nhat
Ho Chi Minh City
Phu Quoc
Island Gateway
Noi Bai
Hanoi Capital
E-Visa vs. Arrival Card
Both are mandatory, but they serve different roles.
Vietnam E-Visa
- • Legal permission to cross the border.
- • Apply 1-4 weeks before departure.
- • Fee required (Starting ~$25 USD).
Digital Arrival Card
- • Declaration of trip and health info.
- • Complete within 72 hours of arrival.
- • 100% Free on official portal.
How to File (7 Steps)
Complete this process in under 5 minutes online.
Why Pre-file?
While on-site filing via airport QR codes is possible, it is fraught with risks: unstable Wi-Fi, long queues, and physical exhaustion after long flights. Pre-filing ensures you walk directly to the immigration officer.
Frequently Asked Questions
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