eVisa
Visa approval letter
Validity
15 days
- Processing
- 8–10 business days
- Total cost
- US$274
Do Taiwanese citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes.
Taiwan passport holders need a visa for Vietnam. For a typical tourist trip, the e-visa covers you.
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Vietnam Visa for Taiwan Citizens: e-Visa and How to Apply
- Visa required · e-Visa
- Apply about 14 days before arrival
- Decision in 8–10 business days
- Verified
Plusvisa is a private visa application service, not a government agency or embassy. Official government source: National Portal on Immigration (Vietnam e-Visa System), evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn.
Table of contents
Passport
Valid 6 months on arrival
Same rule for every entry route.
Blank pages
At least 1 blank page
Destination guide rule. Check the official portal before you apply.
Stay on e-visa
Up to 90 days per stay
Single stay, multiple entries within that period.
Two routes into Vietnam
Most travellers
e-Visa
Vietnam's tourist e-visa, applied for online on the official portal. Single stay of up to 90 days. You must enter and leave by one of the official gates named on your application.
Other purposes
Embassy or consulate visa
Work, study or any purpose the e-visa does not cover needs a visa from a Vietnamese embassy or consulate before you travel. Check the official mission details for Taiwan before you apply.
Vietnam e-Visa types and cost for Taiwanese citizens, in New Taiwan Dollars
| e-Visa | Validity | Processing | Government fee | All-in with Plusvisa* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Visa approval letter eVisa | 15 days | 8–10 business days | US$220 | US$274 |
* The government fee is the government's own charge, never refundable. All-in adds Plusvisa's service fee, per traveller; it is refunded if we cause a refusal.
The 15-day rule, and what it does not mean
Taiwan passport holders are not visa-exempt, so the stay rule is the e-visa limit. An e-visa allows a single stay of up to 90 days, with multiple entries within that period. Stays of longer than the visa covers need a different visa.
Visa approval letter: 15 days per visit.
Arrive 1 March
11 of 15 days
1 Mar – 11 Mar: 11 of the 15 days this visa allows in one visit.
e-Visa stay: A single stay of up to 90 days, with multiple entries during that period. The visa's end date is set when you apply, so request the stay you need.
Visa-free days do not apply: The 45-day and two-week visa-free stays in the destination guide are for other passports. Taiwan passports do not get them under the official tourism page.
Extensions: Extension rules for e-visas are not confirmed from an official page I could load. Check with the Immigration Department before your stay ends.
Overstaying: Overstaying is an immigration offence that can lead to fines and, in serious or repeated cases, deportation or a future entry ban. The official portal does not publish a fixed fine amount.
Your document checklist
Four things to have ready before you start your application, as a Taiwanese applicant.
Passport data page scan
Clear colour scan of the personal details page. Valid at least 6 months from arrival, with at least 1 blank page. Read the official portal for the exact rule.
Digital portrait photo
Recent photo, looking straight at the camera, no glasses, plain background. Upload it as a separate file from the passport scan. Check the portal for the exact size.
Only for some visa types
Proof of onward travel and accommodation
Only if Shown only if asked by an immigration officer on arrival. A return or onward flight ticket and a hotel booking confirmation, on paper or on your phone.Pre-arrival declaration QR code
Only if All non-Vietnamese passport holders arriving by air. Completed online up to 3 days before, or on, arrival, then shown to immigration as a QR code or printed form.
When should you apply?
Processing takes 8–10 business days. Enter your arrival date and we'll work backwards.
Processing
Standard8–10 business days
Pick your arrival date
- 1
Apply online
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Form and uploads, about 30 min
- 2
Pay the fee
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By card, on the portal
- 3
Processing
8–10 business days
Official estimate
- 4
Approval emailed
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Keep a copy on your phone
- 5
Arrive in Vietnam
—
Show the approval at the border
No official limit on how early you can apply is confirmed. Apply at least 2 weeks ahead to allow time for processing and a resubmission if needed. The official processing time is not confirmed.
Four questions, 20 seconds
Is your trip a tourist, family or short business visit?
Will your stay be 90 days or less in one go?
Will you enter and leave by one of the official airports, land or sea gates?
Is your passport valid for 6 months after arrival, with at least 1 blank page?
Result
Answer all four
Four quick checks of the rules that most often catch travellers out, and we'll tell you where you stand.
The application, step by step
Before you apply
- 1
Check your route and entry point
Confirm that you need the e-visa for your trip. Choose the official airport, land or sea gate you will use, since the visa is valid only there.
The gate list changes. Check the portal before you book.
- 2
Prepare your documents
Scan your passport data page. Take a digital portrait photo that meets the portal's rules, as a separate file.
On the official portal
- 3
Complete the online application
Go to the official immigration portal. Upload your passport scan and photo, and enter your travel details exactly as they appear on your passport.
The portal moved to new addresses in November 2024. Check the notice on the old address for the current one.
- 4
Pay the e-visa fee
Pay by card on the official portal. You will receive a registration code by email. Keep it to check your result and print your visa.
The fee is not refunded if the application is refused.
- 5
Wait for processing
The Immigration Department reviews the application. Do not submit a second one while the first is pending.
After you apply
- 6
Check your result online
Enter your registration code, email and date of birth on the official lookup page.
- 7
Print your visa
Print the approved e-visa and carry it with your passport. Some airlines check it before boarding.
- 8
Complete the pre-arrival declaration
Fill in the online pre-arrival declaration up to 3 days before arrival, or on arrival. Show the QR code to immigration.
Official website: evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn (opens in a new tab)
Questions Taiwanese travellers actually ask
Yes. Taiwan is not on Vietnam's list of visa-exempt countries. Most tourists use the e-visa, applied for online before travel.
A single stay of up to 90 days, with multiple entries during that period. Stays longer than the visa covers need a different visa.
No. The e-visa must be applied for and approved online before you travel. You then print it to show on arrival.
Only through an official airport, land border gate or seaport. You must use the same gate you named on your application. The list changes, so check the portal before you book.
The extension rules are not confirmed from an official page for Taiwan passports. Check with the Immigration Department before your stay ends.
Yes. Non-Vietnamese passport holders arriving by air must complete the pre-arrival declaration up to 3 days before, or on, arrival, and show the QR code to immigration.
Visa sorted
The things that make the first
48 hours easy, compared with home
Your Taiwanese plug fits. Here's what to expect.
Type A
Two flat pins
Type C
Two round pins · 2.5 A
Type F
Two round pins · 16 A
Type A
Type A is used both at home and in Vietnam, so your own plugs fit — though you may meet the other types too.
Voltage
220 V · 50 Hz
Against 110 V · 60 Hz at home. Check the label on chargers and appliances: anything marked 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz works in both.
Pack: nothing special — your type A plugs go straight in. A small power strip is still handy where hotel rooms have one socket.
Vietnam drives on the right — just like home
Compare traffic side:
Vietnam · right-hand traffic — same as Taiwan
Getting around
Cities are dense with motorbike traffic. Cross roads slowly and predictably, use registered taxis or ride-hailing apps, and book trains or flights ahead for longer trips between regions.
Health precautions
Dengue is a year-round risk, so use insect repellent and cover up. Avoid tap water and swimming in untreated fresh water. Check routine vaccines and malaria advice for rural travel with a travel clinic before you go.
Customs and etiquette
Remove your shoes before entering homes and some temples, dress modestly at religious sites, and use both hands to offer or receive money, gifts or business cards.
Vietnamese Dongs, cash and cards
Vietnam uses the Vietnamese Dong (VND).
Carry small dong notes
Cash in Vietnamese dong is still standard for street food, markets and small shops. Watch out for the 20,000 and 500,000 notes, which are a similar blue shade.
Cards work in cities
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted at hotels, restaurants and shops in larger cities, and contactless payment is increasingly common.
Use bank ATMs and plan withdrawals
International cards work at ATMs nationwide, but local banks cap withdrawals lower than international ones. Withdraw extra cash before heading to rural areas with fewer ATMs.
Weather by month (Hanoi)
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
10.6°13°16.2°19.9°23.3°25°25°24.8°23.2°19.8°15.8°11.2°
- Daytime high
- Grey row = night low
- Best time to go
- Daytime high
- Grey row = night low
- Best time to go
| Month | High, °C | Low, °C | Rain, mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.3 | 10.6 | 31.9 |
| February | 23.4 | 13 | 21.8 |
| March | 26.6 | 16.2 | 49 |
| April · best | 30.4 | 19.9 | 77.7 |
| May · best | 31.8 | 23.3 | 178.9 |
| June | 31.9 | 25 | 201.3 |
| July | 31.7 | 25 | 299.8 |
| August | 31 | 24.8 | 321.8 |
| September · best | 30.2 | 23.2 | 222.9 |
| October · best | 27.7 | 19.8 | 124 |
| November · best | 24.7 | 15.8 | 52.2 |
| December | 20.8 | 11.2 | 25.1 |
Monthly averages. Source: NASA POWER climatology, 2001-2020.
April · ideal
The best window runs April, May, September, October and November.
High 30.4°CLow 19.9°CRain 77.7 mm
Sweet spot: Hanoi has a cool, misty winter from December to March, a hot and humid rainy season from June to August, and its most comfortable weather in spring (April to June) and autumn (September to November).
One time zone
Taipei
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Hanoi
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How much to tip, in TWD
₫2,000
Restaurants
Not part of Vietnamese custom, but appreciated, especially if service isn't already included.
0–10%
on a ₫2,000 bill: ₫0
Hotel porters and housekeeping
Per bag or per day, more common at higher-end hotels.
₫10,000–₫50,000
Taxis and ride-hailing
Rounding up the fare is common but not expected.
No tip expected
Private tour guides and drivers
Per day, more for multi-day tours.
₫50,000–₫150,000
Spas and salons
Increasingly expected in tourist areas.
5–10%
on a ₫2,000 bill: ₫100
SIM, eSIM or roaming?
Local SIM
RecommendedLocal prepaid SIM
Airport arrival counters or shops of Viettel, Mobifone or Vinaphone in any city Usually the cheapest option, with wide 4G/5G coverage even outside major cities. Bring your passport to register the SIM.
eSIM
Travel eSIM
Online, before you travel, from an eSIM provider or your phone's own eSIM store Convenient if your phone supports eSIM, since you can activate it before landing without swapping a physical SIM.
Roaming
Roaming on your home plan
Activated through your home mobile provider before departure The simplest option but usually the most expensive; check your provider's Vietnam rates before you rely on it.
Get your Vietnam e-Visa in about ten business days, without the portal headaches
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