Vietnam Visa Easy · Australia · 2026
How to Apply for a Vietnam Visa as an Australian Citizen: Choosing the Right Type First
"Tourist" or "business" is one decision. "e-Visa" or "Visa on Arrival" is a completely separate one. Get both right before you apply.
Updated 2026
Reading time: 8 minutes
Applies to all Australian passport types
In Short
Australian citizens choose their Vietnam visa along two independent axes: purpose (tourist or business) and document type (e-Visa or Visa on Arrival). Most travelers should choose the e-Visa — it's complete on its own, valid up to 90 days, and costs $50 for standard processing or up to $215 for the fastest urgent tier. No embassy visit required either way.
Part One
Two Separate Decisions, Not One
A common source of confusion: purpose and document type get mixed together as if they're the same choice. They're not — you decide each independently.
Axis 1: Purpose of your trip
- Tourist — vacation, family visits, general travel
- Business — meetings, conferences, work-related travel
Axis 2: How you receive the document
- e-Visa — complete document, nothing further needed, valid at 83 entry points including land and sea
- Visa on Arrival — pre-approval letter exchanged for a stamp at the airport, airport-only, separate cash fee on arrival
Most Australian travelers choose the e-Visa specifically because it skips the airport counter step entirely — see our full e-Visa vs. Visa on Arrival comparison.
Part Two
The Application, Field by Field
Once you've decided on purpose and document type, the form itself takes about five minutes — but each field matters more than it looks. Here's exactly what to enter and why.
1. Personal details
Full name, date of birth, and nationality — exactly as printed on your
passport, including middle names and any accents. A single character mismatch here is
one of the most common causes of delay.
2. Passport information
Passport number, issue date, and expiry date. Type your passport number twice
and compare rather than copying it once and assuming it's correct — this alone
prevents a large share of avoidable delays.
3. Entry date — the field most people get wrong
Enter the exact date you plan to arrive in Vietnam. Your visa becomes valid from that
date, not from your application date. If you're unsure of your exact arrival date yet,
it's worth confirming flights first — changing this after approval isn't simple.
4. Visa duration — choose 3 months, even for shorter trips
Selecting the 3-month e-Visa maximizes flexibility: you can still leave whenever you
want, but you're not stuck needing an entirely new visa if your trip runs longer than
planned. There's no downside to choosing more time than you think you need.
5. Entry port
Select the specific airport, land border, or seaport matching your actual itinerary —
Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, or another approved point. This is fixed once
approved, so double-check it against your booked flight before submitting.
6. Upload your documents
A clear scan of your passport's biographical page, plus a compliant portrait photo —
see
exact
photo requirements. A non-compliant photo is the single most common reason an
otherwise correct application gets delayed.
7. Choose your processing speed
Standard (3–5 working days, $50) if you have time; an urgent tier if your departure is
close — see the full pricing table below. Match the tier to your actual timeline rather
than defaulting to the fastest option out of caution.
8. Pay securely
Card, PayPal, or bank transfer through an encrypted gateway. You'll receive a
confirmation email immediately — save your registration code from this email, since
it's what you'd use to check status independently or request an expedite later.
9. Receive and verify your e-Visa
Delivered by email as a PDF with a QR code. Before you travel, cross-check every detail
— name spelling, passport number, dates — against your actual passport. A genuine
e-Visa can also be independently verified at
evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/search.
If you're applying for children or a family group
Every child with a passport needs their own individual
e-Visa — attaching a child to a parent's application isn't valid and can cause
both applications to be rejected. Family and group bookings can be
coordinated together in one order; message WhatsApp for guidance if you're applying
for more than one traveler.
Part Three
Pricing
Single entry · government fee included
Multiple-entry: add $25. Full pricing: urgent visa guide.
Part Four
Common Reasons for Needing Urgent Processing
- Last-minute business meetings
- Forgetting to apply before departure
- A flight change requiring earlier entry
- An earlier application needing correction
Part Five
Why Travelers Use Our Service
What we commit to
- Itemized pricing — government fee shown separately
- 24/7 WhatsApp and email support
- Free document check before you pay
- Independently verifiable at evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/search
Our refund policy, plainly
- Full refund if cancelled before processing begins
- Refund if we miss a guaranteed delivery window
- No refund once submitted to Vietnam Immigration
- Full details: cancellation & refund policy
Frequently Asked Questions
Is "Visa on Arrival" a different visa type from tourist or business?
No — it's a different document/pickup method, independent of purpose. You still choose tourist or business separately.
Is a Vietnam e-Visa valid at all entry points?
Yes — 83 approved airports, land borders, and seaports, unlike Visa on Arrival which is airport-only.
How do I check my Vietnam visa status?
Independently at evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/search using your application details.
Can I extend my visa while in Vietnam?
Yes, through a local immigration office, or by exiting to a neighboring country and applying for a new e-Visa — see our
extension guide.
Are urgent visa fees refunded if an application is denied?
Generally no, once submitted — which is why an accurate, well-prepared application matters more than processing speed.
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