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Vietnam eVisa Required Documents & Photo Rules

Minor formatting mistakes are the leading cause of processing hold-ups. Gather and verify your passport scan, portrait photo, and travel itinerary according to these official standards before submitting your application.

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Identity Proof 6+ Months Passport
Portrait Photo 4x6 cm White Bg
Travel Plans Hotel & Entry Gate
File Format Color JPG/PNG

Quick facts

Passport validity
6+ months
Photo size
4 x 6 cm
Photo background
Solid white
Glasses in photo
Not allowed
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Documents to apply Passport scan rules Portrait photo rules What to carry on arrival Sample approved eVisa

Quick summary

You need four things to apply: a clear passport data page scan (passport valid at least 6 months), a 4x6 cm portrait photo on a white background without glasses, your travel details (dates, first address, entry gate) and a payment card. After approval, carry a printed copy of the eVisa.

Documents you need to apply

Every applicant must upload digital copies of their documents through the online portal. Vietnam no longer requires invitation letters or bank statements for regular tourist eVisas. See Vietnam eVisa requirements for the full rules.

Documents required for a Vietnam eVisa application
Required Item Official Requirement Common Mistake
Passport data page High-quality, uncropped image of the main biometric page. All text and the machine-readable zone at the bottom must be visible. Cropping the edges or hiding the bottom two lines.
Passport validity At least six months from your planned entry date. Applying with a passport that expires too soon.
Portrait photo Recent passport-style photo, 4x6 cm, solid white background, no glasses. Wearing glasses or using a coloured background.
First address The exact address of your first hotel or accommodation in Vietnam. Entering only a city name.
Entry gate The airport, land crossing or seaport where you will arrive. Picking a gate your flight does not land at.

Passport scan rules

Scan or photograph the full data page in good light, with the whole page visible and no cropped edges.
Make sure the machine-readable zone (the two lines of letters and chevrons at the bottom) can be read clearly.
Avoid glare, shadows, fingers over the page, and heavy camera filters.
Check that your name, date of birth, nationality and passport number exactly match what you type.
Correct Passport Scan Example
Required scan format: edges visible

Portrait photo rules

A rejected photo is one of the most common causes of delay. Follow these exact requirements:

Requirement Accepted Rejected
Format Passport-style portrait, 4x6 cm Selfies, group photos, full-length shots
Background Plain solid white Coloured, patterned or shadowed backgrounds
Eyewear No glasses Glasses, sunglasses, tinted lenses
Correct Portrait Photo Example
Correct format: solid white bg

What to carry when you arrive

Printed eVisa PDF

Carry a printed copy of your approved eVisa PDF. Immigration officers expect a paper copy and may not accept a phone screen.

Physical Passport

Your physical passport, valid for at least six months from the day you enter Vietnam.

Hotel Address

Your first night’s accommodation address or booking confirmation to present if asked.

Onward Ticket

Proof of onward or return travel out of Vietnam, because officers may ask for it.

Sample of an approved Vietnam eVisa

When your application is approved, you receive a digital PDF document. Click the preview below to inspect the layout, required fields, and formatting:

Vietnam eVisa Sample Layout
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Official approval format
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Visa rules and fees are set by the Government of Vietnam and can change at short notice. This page is general information, not legal advice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Vietnam Immigration Department portal or consular authorities before travel.

Ready to Start Your Application?

Once your dates are set and your documents are scanned, you are ready to secure your entry. Follow our step-by-step application walkthrough to make sure your details are submitted accurately the first time.

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