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Do China passport holders need a visa to visit Vietnam?

Yes, Chinese citizens generally need a Vietnam eVisa or visa. Mainland Chinese ordinary passport holders generally need a visa for Vietnam. The standard online path is Vietnam's official eVisa, available to all countries and territories, valid up to 90 days with single or multiple entry options.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-26
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-26
Visa type
Vietnam eVisa
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
US$25 single / US$50 multiple
consular fee only
Processing time
3 working days
standard track
Validity
Up to 90 days
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Apply on the official portal
Use evisa.gov.vn or the Vietnam Immigration Department eVisa flow, not lookalike commercial sites.
· official· online
/02
Upload passport and portrait
Use a clear passport bio-page image and a straight-looking portrait that meets portal size limits.
· passport scan· photo
/03
Choose entry details
Select single or multiple entry and make sure the entry/exit ports match your actual itinerary.
· ports· dates
/04
Pay and track
Pay the non-refundable eVisa fee and use the registration code, email, and birth date to check the result.
· US$25/50· 3 working days
/05
Print or save approval
Carry the eVisa approval for airline check-in and Vietnamese immigration.
· PDF· arrival
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

7 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 7 complete
Chinese ordinary passport
Valid for the trip with clear bio page
Passport bio-page image
Clear upload matching portal requirements
Portrait photo
Straight-looking, no glasses if the portal requires
Entry and exit ports
Must be ports accepted for eVisa travel
Accommodation address
First stay address in Vietnam
Payment card
For non-refundable eVisa fee
Printed or saved eVisa
Needed for airline and immigration checks
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Single-entry eVisaUS$25Vietnam Immigration
Multiple-entry eVisaUS$50Vietnam Immigration
Commercial service markupAvoidUse official portal
Photo / scan prepOptionalIf needed
Total estimateUS$25 — US$50incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Official eVisa
3 working days
Vietnam Immigration's application page lists 3 working days after payment.
Correction / resubmission
Additional days
Incorrect or unclear information can cause rejection or a new application.
Peak season buffer
5-7 working days
Apply early before holidays or high-volume travel periods.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Wrong passport or photo upload
Unclear images, glare, cropped pages, or mismatched photo can block approval.
High
/02
Port mismatch
Arriving through a different port than approved can cause boarding or entry issues.
High
/03
Date mistake
The eVisa validity window must cover your actual entry and exit.
Medium
/04
Using a lookalike site
Commercial sites can add fees and introduce data errors.
Medium
/05
Name order mismatch
Spelling and name order should match the passport exactly.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Print or save your eVisa approval and make sure you enter through a port listed on your eVisa.
/02
Customs
Declare restricted goods and large cash amounts when required. Keep your passport and eVisa together during the trip.
/03
Connectivity
Prepaid SIMs and eSIMs are easy to find at Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, and major tourist areas.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2023-08-15 · major
Vietnam expanded eVisa
Vietnam opened eVisas to all countries and territories and increased validity up to 90 days with multiple-entry options.
2026-05-26
China to Vietnam route verified
Checked the official eVisa portal and Vietnam Immigration Department fee/process guidance.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Are Chinese citizens visa-free for Vietnam?—
Not for ordinary mainland passport tourism in general. Use eVisa unless you qualify for a special exemption.
Can I visit Phu Quoc without a visa?+
Can I extend a Vietnam eVisa inside Vietnam?+
Which site should I use?+
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