Vietnam Entry Requirements for Australian Citizens

Entry requirements for Australian citizens

eVisa required — apply before travel at official portal applies to Australian passport holders visiting Vietnam. Your passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended departure from vietnam. The maximum permitted stay is 90 days (single or multiple entry).

Safety overview

Vietnam has a safety score of 73 out of 100 in the DheeVoy safety database. This is a moderate safety rating — standard travel precautions apply.

Safest areas in Vietnam

• Tay Ho West Lake Hanoi
• Hoi An Ancient Town
• Da Nang My Khe Beach
• Phu Quoc island resort areas
• District 3 Ho Chi Minh City

Tourist scams to avoid in Vietnam

• Motorbike bag snatching in Ho Chi Minh City — carry bags across body away from road
• Taxi scams at Noi Bai Airport — use Grab app or Mai Linh or Vinasun taxis only
• Cyclo and xe om drivers quoting far above standard rates for tourist routes
• Street food overcharging in tourist areas — check prices before ordering

Best months to visit Vietnam

The best months to visit are February, March, April, August, September.

Before you travel

Always verify entry requirements with the official Australian government travel advisory and the Vietnam embassy or consulate before booking. Visa rules and electronic travel authorisation requirements (such as ETIAS, ESTA, K-ETA and UK ETA) change frequently. Yes. Australian passport holders must obtain a Vietnam eVisa before travel at evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn. The eVisa costs USD 25 for single entry or USD 50 for multiple entry, permits stays of up to 90 days, and processing takes 3 working days. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your departure date. Apply only at the official Vietnamese government portal and not through third-party sites that charge higher fees.