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Vietnam Pre-Arrival Blog

Country-specific guides, troubleshooting tips, and travel advice for the Vietnam Pre-Arrival Declaration Form — written by Quỳnh Đỗ, Vietnam Immigration Documentation Specialist.

By Quỳnh Đỗ, Vietnam Immigration Documentation Specialist · Updated 3 June 2026 · Independent service — not affiliated with the Vietnamese government

Travel Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for Phu Quoc Airport (PQC) — 2026 Guide

Since June 1, 2026, the digital arrival card is mandatory for all international passengers at Phu Quoc Airport. Includes the Phu Quoc visa exemption explained.

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Entry Requirements

Vietnam Health Declaration 2026 — New Requirement from July 1

From July 1, 2026, all travelers crossing any Vietnamese border must submit a mandatory health declaration under Decree No. 165/2026/ND-CP. Separate from the Pre-Arrival Form.

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Entry Requirements

Vietnam Form NA1 vs Digital Arrival Card — Two Different Forms Explained

Vietnam now requires two separate entry forms for certain travelers. Whether you need a QR code, a paper form, or both depends entirely on your visa type.

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Special Cases

Do Viet Kieu Need the Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form? (2026)

The rules depend entirely on passport type and entry status — there is no single answer for all Viet Kieu. This guide breaks it down clearly.

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Tips & Prep

Do You Need to Print the Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form? — Answered

No — digital is accepted. But a printed backup is strongly recommended. A dead phone battery at SGN immigration is a real risk.

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Troubleshooting

Fix: Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form Flight Code Not Found

The most common cause: wrong arrival date or submitting too early. Four causes, four fixes — resolve the missing flight code in minutes.

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Travel Guide

Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN): 2026 Arrival Guide

A complete guide to landing at SGN in 2026 — the mandatory pre-arrival form, what happens at immigration, and how to reach Ho Chi Minh City center.

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Country Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for Singapore Citizens (2026)

Singapore citizens get 30 days visa-free but must still complete the form at SGN. Select 'Unilateral exemption' — never 'Visa'.

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Country Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for French Citizens (2026)

French citizens get 45 days visa-free. Critical: your departure country on the form is your transit hub (Dubai, Doha, etc.) — not France.

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Country Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for Indonesian Citizens (2026)

Indonesian citizens get 30 days under the bilateral visa exemption. The form is mandatory at SGN — select 'Bilateral exemption' on Step 2.

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Country Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for Japanese Citizens (2026)

Japan gets Vietnam's most generous visa exemption — 45 days. The pre-arrival form is still mandatory at SGN. Select 'Unilateral exemption'.

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Country Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for Australian Citizens (2026)

Australians need an e-visa AND the pre-arrival form — in that order. Get your visa at evisa.gov.vn first, then submit the form within 72 hours.

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How-To

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for E-Visa Holders (2026)

Your e-visa and the pre-arrival form are two separate requirements. Both are mandatory — here's exactly which fields to complete from your visa certificate.

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Country Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for Filipino Citizens (2026)

Filipinos get 30 days visa-free under the ASEAN bilateral agreement. The form is mandatory at SGN — select 'Bilateral exemption', not 'Visa'.

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Country Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for Malaysian Citizens (2026)

Malaysians get 30 days visa-free. Key for AirAsia travelers: always verify the AK operating code on your booking — not the codeshare number.

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Country Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for Thai Citizens (2026)

Thai citizens get 30 days visa-free. Submit within 72 hours of arrival at SGN and select 'Bilateral exemption' from the visa type dropdown.

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Country Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for UK Citizens (2026)

UK citizens need an e-visa AND the pre-arrival form. Critical rule: your departure country is your last transit hub (Dubai, Doha, etc.) — not the UK.

3 June 2026 Read article →

Country Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for US Citizens (2026)

US citizens need a valid e-visa AND the pre-arrival form — in that order. With no direct flights to SGN, your departure country is your transit hub.

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Country Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for Canadian Citizens (2026)

Canada has no visa exemption with Vietnam — you need an e-visa first, then the form. Your departure country is your Asian transit hub, not Canada.

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Country Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for German Citizens (2026)

Germans get 45 days visa-free but the Pre-Arrival Form is still mandatory at SGN. Select 'Unilateral exemption' — your departure country is your last transit hub.

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Country Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for South Korean Citizens (2026)

Koreans get 45 days visa-free under the bilateral agreement. Select 'Bilateral exemption' on the form — and check your Korean Air booking for the operating carrier code.

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Country Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for Indian Citizens (2026)

India has no visa exemption with Vietnam — get your e-visa first, then the form within 72 hours. Most Indian travelers connect via Singapore, KL, or Bangkok.

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Country Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for Russian Citizens (2026)

Russians get 30 days visa-free. Charter flights like Azur Air (ZF) are supported — enter the exact code and select 'Unilateral exemption' on the form.

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Country Guide

Vietnam Pre-Arrival Form for Taiwan Citizens (2026)

Taiwan passport holders get 15 days visa-free — the shortest exemption in Asia. Select 'Unilateral exemption' for short trips; get an e-visa for stays over 15 days.

3 June 2026 Read article →

FAQ

About this blog.

All articles are written and personally verified by Quỳnh Đỗ, a Vietnam Immigration Documentation Specialist holding an LL.B. from Ho Chi Minh City University of Law. Every guide is checked against official government sources before publication.

Articles are reviewed monthly and updated whenever official Vietnam Immigration Department requirements change. The "Last updated" date on each article reflects the most recent verification.

Yes. The official Vietnam Pre-Arrival Declaration Form is completely free to submit at prearrival.immigration.gov.vn. This blog is an independent guidance resource — we do not charge for the information here.

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