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Indonesia to Vietnam visa requirements

Visa-free up to 30 days per entry for Indonesian ordinary passport holders. The passport must be valid at least 6 months and the visa-free stay is not extendable. Indonesian ordinary passport holders can enter Vietnam visa-free for up to 30 days per entry under the bilateral Vietnam-Indonesia ordinary-passport visa exemption agreement. Vietnam's MFA says the agreement was signed on 2003-06-26 and took effect on 2003-12-04; the passport must be valid for at least 6 months and the visa-free temporary stay cannot be extended. The route is suitable for short tourism, family visits, business meetings, and transit, but not paid employment, study, journalism, residence, or stays beyond 30 days. For longer stays, apply for the Vietnam e-Visa before travel; official immigration guidance lists USD 25 for a single-entry eVisa, USD 50 for a multiple-entry eVisa, and 3 working days processing, while the tourism authority summarizes Vietnam's eVisa policy as up to 90 days and multiple entry. Carry normal visitor evidence such as onward travel, accommodation, and funds in case the airline or border officer asks.
VISA-FREETOURISMPER ENTRY; REPEAT ENTRIES POSSIBLE SUBJECT TO BORDER DISCRETIONLast verified 2026-06-21
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.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-21
Visa type
Visa-free entry (ASEAN reciprocal)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Per entry; repeat entries possible subject to border discretion
from issue date
Visa fee
Free
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival
standard track
Validity
Agreement effective since 2003-12-04; visa-free stay is not extendable
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Must be an Indonesian ordinary passport valid 6+ months on arrival with at least 1 blank page.
· 6 months validity
/02
Prepare visitor evidence
Carry onward or return travel, accommodation details, and funds evidence in case the airline or immigration officer asks.
· return ticket· accommodation
/03
Arrive in Vietnam
Use the foreign passport lane at an open port of entry. If admitted visa-free, receive a 30-day temporary-stay stamp.
· 30-day stamp
/04
Apply for e-Visa if longer stay
For stays beyond 30 days, apply before travel for the Vietnam e-Visa (USD 25 single, USD 50 multiple, normally processed in 3 working days).
· e-Visa alternative
/05
Do not rely on extension
The MFA agreement text says the Indonesian ordinary-passport visa-free stay is not extendable. Leave before day 30 or hold the correct visa.
· not extendable
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
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RequiredIndonesian passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid 6 months on arrival, 1 blank page
ConditionalReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Within the 30-day stay, if requested
RequiredAccommodation address
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Hotel booking or host's address
ConditionalFunds evidence
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Cash or cards if asked at immigration
RecommendedTravel insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended for medical and disruption coverage
ConditionalVaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Carry required health documents if arriving from a risk country
RequiredCash / Vietnamese dong
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Some rural areas are cash-only; ATMs widely available in cities
RequiredMobile data plan
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Vinaphone, Mobifone, or Viettel local SIM common option
RequiredCustoms declaration
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Required for cash over USD 5,000 or VND 15,000,000
RequiredEmbassy contacts
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Indonesian Embassy Hanoi or Consulate-General Ho Chi Minh City
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesVietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Viet Nam's visa exemption listVietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs - detailed visa exemption agreementsVietnam National Authority of Tourism - Vietnam visa requirements
Application link included: Vietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Viet Nam's visa exemption list
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entryFreeUp to 30 days per entry; not extendable under the agreement
Vietnam e-Visa (alternative)USD 25 / 50Single / multiple entry, up to 90 days, normally processed in 3 working days
Long-stay visaVariesThrough Vietnamese embassy in Jakarta
Overstay penaltiesVariesAdministrative fines and possible re-entry consequences
Total estimateFree — Freeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival
Minutes
Standard foreign passport lane, 30-day stamp.
Vietnam e-Visa (alternative)
3 working days
For stays beyond 30 days. Submit online and print before travel.
Long-stay visa
Varies
Required for work, study, residence, journalism, or other non-visitor purposes; apply through the correct Vietnamese authority.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Overstaying the 30-day cap
The Indonesian ordinary-passport visa-free stay is capped at 30 days and is not extendable under the MFA agreement text.
Low
/02
Frequent back-to-back entries
Border officers may question travellers who appear to use the 30-day cap as de facto residency.
Low
/03
Insufficient travel evidence
No return ticket, vague itinerary, or unclear accommodation can lead to questioning.
Low
/04
Suspected work intent
Visa-free does not cover paid employment. Carrying obvious work gear or pre-arranged contracts can prompt refusal.
Low
/05
Past Vietnamese overstays
Any prior overstay heavily affects future visa-free entries.
Low
/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
2026-06-21
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-21
Codex rechecked Indonesia to Vietnam official sources
Re-verified against Vietnam MFA visa-exemption lists, the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism visa page, and Vietnam Immigration eVisa guidance; added checked-date, corrected the exemption effective date to 2003-12-04, clarified 6-month passport validity and non-extendability, and refreshed eVisa fee/processing wording.
2026-05-27
Indonesia to Vietnam route verified
Confirmed visa-free 30-day entry for Indonesian ordinary passport holders.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Indonesian citizens need a visa for Vietnam?—
No. Indonesian ordinary passport holders can enter Vietnam visa-free for up to 30 days per entry.
Can I extend the 30-day visa-free stay?+
Can I stay longer than 30 days?+
Do I need 6 months on my passport?+
Can I do a 'visa run'?+
Can I drive in Vietnam with my Indonesian licence?+
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