Good to know
- The requirement started on 15 April 2026 at Ho Chi Minh City (Tan Son Nhat) airport. Reports say it is being extended to other airports, so check the portal and your airline for your arrival point.
- The portal only accepts an arrival date within 72 hours. If you forget, the form can still be completed at the airport by QR code, but this can slow you down.
- It is free and it is not a visa. If you need a visa or e-visa, that is a separate step.
How to submit
- Open the official site from the button on this page, not from a search ad.
- Keep your passport, flight details and accommodation address ready.
- Fill in the form during the allowed window.
- Save the confirmation or QR code as a screenshot, and print it if you can.
- Show the confirmation at check-in or immigration if you are asked.
Common mistakes
- Paying a third-party site. The official form is free.
- Submitting outside the allowed window, which can cause the form to be rejected.
- Typing details that do not match your passport exactly.
- Assuming that no visa means no arrival card. They are separate.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Vietnam Digital Arrival Card free?
Yes, on the official site it is free. If a website asks you to pay, it is not the official portal.
When should I submit the Digital Arrival Card?
Within 72 hours before your scheduled arrival (not earlier). Confirm the exact window on the official site, because it can change.
Do I need it if I do not need a visa?
The arrival card is a separate requirement from a visa. Who must submit: Foreign nationals entering Vietnam, including visa-exempt visitors. Vietnamese passport holders and people only transiting without entering are not covered.
Where this comes from
We check the official portal and published government notices where we can reach them. Because rules change, always confirm on the official site.