Vietnam E-Visa Portal 2027
2027 Vietnam E-Visa Guide for Chinese Citizens
Whether traveling from Guangxi via Friendship Pass to Ho Chi Minh City, or flying Hanoi to Ha Long Bay, Chinese passport holders (both G-series and E-series) can now apply 100% online without mailing physical passports.
🔍 Smart Eligibility & Loose-Leaf Requirement Checker
Select your passport type and flight route to verify exact visa rules and airport entry procedures.
📊 I. Key Policy Highlights (2027 Standards)
This section outlines the primary provisions under Resolution No. 127/NQ-CP for Chinese mainland and SAR citizens.
Global Online Availability
Fully accessible to Chinese mainland passport holders (“G” old series and “E” electronic series). Complete application online without embassy visits.
Up to 90 Days Validity
Choose between 30-day or extended 90-day stays, available in both Single Entry and Multiple Entry options for flexible travel.
83 Designated Border Ports
Valid across 15 international airports (including Hanoi HAN, HCMC SGN, Da Nang DAD, Nha Trang CXR), major land border posts, and seaports.
No Business Invitation Letter
Business E-Visas do not require official host sponsor letters. Simply submit the intended host company name and address in Vietnam.
Customizable Start Dates
Applicants can specify their intended date of entry on the form, locking in trip itineraries well in advance.
Loose-Leaf Visa Exchange
Chinese passports receive an official separate Loose-leaf paper visa upon arrival at airport immigration (No stamping directly on E-series passports).
💳 II. E-Visa Fee & Expedited Service Matrix
Explore total processing fees (government fee + guaranteed processing fee) based on visa type and required speed.
Processing Time vs Total Cost (USD)
1 Month Single Entry • Tourist Visa
Turnaround: 4 Working Days
🛡️ Agency Guarantee & Refund Policy:
- Includes all government taxes ($25/$50 base fee) and agency handling.
- 100% full refund guarantee if the visa is not approved on time.
- Expedited processing active Mon-Fri during Vietnamese immigration hours.
📷 III. Mandatory Documents & Photo Compliance Visualizer
Photo rejection is the #1 cause of E-Visa delays. Compare standard Chinese 2-inch photos against the required Vietnamese 4×6 cm format.
🎯 Visual Photo Dimension Comparison
Standard Chinese 2-inch photos (3.5 × 4.9 cm) are rejected by Vietnamese automated immigration scanners. You must upload a cropped 4 × 6 cm format.
📋 Application Document Checklist 0 of 6 Ready
Check off items as you prepare your digital files for upload:
🗺️ IV. Step-by-Step E-Visa Application Roadmap
Follow these 7 steps to ensure your application passes automated screening smoothly.
Access Portal
Visit official immigration portal (.gov.vn) or authorized agency portal (vietnam-visa.tw) for full support.
Agree to Terms
Carefully read the application guidelines, confirm your passport eligibility, and check the terms box to enter the online form.
Upload Passport & Photo
Upload 4×6 cm photo and full passport info page scan. Automated system will verify crop dimensions and lighting instantly.
Fill English Details
Input personal details in English capital letters. Ensure Surname (Family Name) and Given Name match passport line by line.
Review Data
Double-check port of entry code (e.g., SGN, HAN), passport number, date of birth, and starting validity date before final click.
Online Payment
Pay via international credit card (Visa, MasterCard, JCB). If payment fails 3 times, switch card or use agency service.
Receive PDF & Loose-Leaf Exchange
Download visa PDF once approved. Print in color on A4 paper. Upon landing in Vietnam, Chinese passport holders take PDF + 2 photos to “Visa on Arrival” counter to receive free Loose-leaf Visa paper.
❓ V. Top Notices, FAQs & Airport Port Codes
Search common questions, border rules, or verify airport location codes.
❓ Q1: Do Chinese citizens need a visa for airport layover/transit in Vietnam?
If you remain strictly inside the international transit area of a Vietnamese airport without clearing immigration, and the layover is under 24 hours, no visa is needed. However, if you exit customs to retrieve checked baggage, switch to a domestic flight, or layover over 24 hours, you must have a valid E-Visa.
transit layover baggage custom flight transfer❓ Q2: What is a Loose-leaf Visa and why do Chinese passport holders need it?
A loose-leaf visa is a separate paper visa issued outside the physical passport booklet. Due to map sovereignty nuances, Vietnamese immigration issues separate paper visas for Chinese mainland passport holders (especially E-series). E-Visa holders present their PDF printout and two 4×6 cm photos at airport “Visa on Arrival” desk upon landing to receive this free paper visa.
loose leaf paper visa passport E series G series photos arrival counter❓ Q3: Phu Quoc Island is visa-free; can I visit Da Nang or Hanoi on the same trip?
No. The 30-day visa exemption for Phu Quoc applies exclusively to direct flights into Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) without stepping onto mainland Vietnam. If your trip involves transit through Hanoi (HAN) or Ho Chi Minh City (SGN), or visits Da Nang, an E-Visa is mandatory.
Phu Quoc island visa free exemption direct flight Hanoi Da Nang SGN PQC❓ Q4: Can an E-Visa be extended while inside Vietnam?
No. Vietnam E-Visas currently cannot be extended in-country. If you wish to stay longer, you must exit Vietnam (e.g. visa run to neighboring country) and re-enter using a newly approved E-Visa.
extension extend stay in country renew✈️ Major Airport Port Codes Reference (15 International Airports)
Hanoi Noi Bai
HCMC Tan Son Nhat
Da Nang Airport
Nha Trang Cam Ranh
Phu Quoc Airport
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