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Vietnam to Central African Republic visa requirements

Q: Is there an eVisa for the Central African Republic?

Yes. CAR operates an official tourist eVisa system at evisa-centrafrique.com, which Vietnamese passport holders can use to apply fully online.

Q: How much does the CAR eVisa cost?

The government fee is around USD 40. Using a visa agency adds a service fee, raising the total to roughly USD 80-150.

Q: How long does processing take?

The eVisa is typically issued in about 5 business days. Apply at least one to two weeks before travel to be safe.

Q: How long can I stay on the eVisa?

Up to 90 days. The exact stay is shown on the approval notice, and the eVisa cannot be extended.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?

Yes. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry into the Central African Republic.

Vietnamese ordinary passport holders need a visa for the Central African Republic, but a tourist eVisa is available online through the official portal (evisa-centrafrique.com), so you do not need to visit an embassy in most cases. The Central African Republic (CAR) is not in the Schengen area and does not grant visa-free entry to Vietnamese citizens. Only 14 countries (mostly African neighbours plus Israel) enjoy visa-free access, and Vietnam is not among them. However, CAR operates an official electronic visa system (evisa-centrafrique.com) for tourist trips, which lets Vietnamese travelers apply fully online without going to a CAR embassy. The eVisa is processed in roughly 5 business days, the government fee is around USD 40 (third-party agencies charge more), and the permitted stay is up to 90 days. A traditional visa-on-arrival is only granted if it was pre-arranged at a CAR diplomatic mission, so it is not a reliable channel. Given CAR's security situation, travelers should also check their home foreign-ministry travel advisory before booking. The eVisa is the most practical and best-fit route for a short tourist visit.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

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 2026-05-30

Visa type

Tourist eVisa (electronic visa) - applied online via the official CAR eVisa portal

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days (duration confirmed on the approval notice)

per entry

Entries

Single entry (multiple entry only if specifically granted)

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. USD 40 government fee (third-party agency total often USD 80-150)

consular fee only

Processing time

About 5 business days

standard track

Validity

Validity window set at time of application; eVisa cannot be extended inside or outside CAR

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm eligibility and passport validity

Ensure your Vietnamese ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned entry date and has at least two blank pages. Vietnam is not visa-exempt for CAR, so an eVisa is required.

· Passport 6+ months valid· 2 blank pages

/02

Open the official CAR eVisa portal

Go to the official electronic visa site evisa-centrafrique.com and select the tourist visa type. Avoid unofficial copycat sites that overcharge.

· evisa-centrafrique.com· Tourist category

/03

Complete the online application form

Fill in your personal details, passport data, travel dates, and accommodation/contact information in CAR.

· Personal + passport data· Travel dates

/04

Upload supporting documents

Attach a scan of your passport bio page, a passport-style photo, proof of accommodation, and a return/onward ticket.

· Passport scan· Photo· Onward ticket

/05

Pay the visa fee online

Pay the government eVisa fee (about USD 40) by credit or debit card through the secure portal.

· Card payment· ~USD 40

/06

Receive eVisa and travel

Wait for the approval email (around 5 business days), print the eVisa, and present it with your passport on arrival.

· ~5 business days· Print eVisa

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Vietnam -> Central African Republic · Tourist eVisa (electronic visa) - applied online via the official CAR eVisa portal

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredVietnamese ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond entry

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least two blank passport pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted online eVisa application form

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredPassport bio-page scan uploaded

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredRecent passport-style photograph

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredProof of accommodation in CAR (hotel booking or invitation)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredReturn or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredeVisa government fee paid by card (~USD 40)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedPrinted eVisa approval to show on arrival

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

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 sourcesVisa policy of the Central African Republic - Wikipedia Official Central African Republic eVisa Portal CAR eVisa - How to get (official portal)

Application link included: Visa policy of the Central African Republic - Wikipedia

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa government fee~USD 40Charged on the official CAR eVisa portal; exact figure confirmed at checkout

Third-party agency service fee (optional)USD 40-110Only if you use a visa agency instead of the official portal

Yellow fever vaccinationApprox. USD 30-50Required for entry; cost depends on clinic in Vietnam

Total estimateUSD 40 — USD 150incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Official CAR eVisa portal

~5 business days

Apply directly at evisa-centrafrique.com; lowest cost and recommended route

CAR embassy / French diplomatic mission

1-3 weeks

Traditional sticker visa via a CAR diplomatic mission; needed only if eVisa is unavailable for your case

Visa agency

5-10 business days

Agency files the eVisa on your behalf for an added service fee

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Vietnam is not on CAR's visa-exempt list

Only 14 countries (mainly African neighbours plus Israel) have visa-free access; Vietnam is not among them.

High

/02

Official eVisa exists for tourism

CAR runs an electronic visa system for tourist trips, so Vietnamese travelers can apply online without an embassy visit.

High

/03

Visa-on-arrival is not a reliable channel

A VOA is only issued if it was pre-arranged at a CAR diplomatic mission, so it cannot be counted on.

Medium

/04

CAR is not in the Schengen area

The Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply; CAR sets its own entry rules.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

Vietnam to Central African Rep. route verified

Confirmed via Wikipedia visa policy and the official CAR eVisa portal that Vietnam is not visa-exempt and a tourist eVisa is available online; verdict set to eVisa.

/09 — The questions