Vietnam Airport Arrival Checklist (2026 Updates)

What to Prepare Before You Fly

To ensure a smooth arrival at any major Vietnamese airport (Noi Bai, Tan Son Nhat, Da Nang, etc.), pack these items in your carry-on bag:

• 1. Your Passport: Must be valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date, with at least two blank pages.
• 2. Printed eVisa: Always bring a physical paper copy of your eVisa. EVisas are available for all nationalities, allowing stays of up to 90 days. The official fees are $25 for a single-entry visa and $50 for a multiple-entry visa, payable only via the National Web Portal on Immigration. EVisas are accepted at 83 entry ports across the country. Do not rely solely on a digital copy on your phone, as immigration officers require the printed document.
• 3. Pre-Arrival QR Code (New for 2026): Ensure you have completed the mandatory digital pre-arrival declaration and have the QR code saved on your phone.
• 4. Accommodation Details: You will need the exact address of your hotel or residence for the immigration officer and customs forms.
• 5. Return Flight Ticket: While not always required, you should have proof of your onward or return flight readily available.

Step-by-Step at the Airport

Here is what you will experience once you land:

• Immigration Desk: Queue in the 'Foreign Passports' lane (or use Fast Track if you booked it). Present your passport, printed eVisa, and scan your Pre-Arrival QR code.
• Baggage Claim: Proceed to collect your luggage. Trolleys are free of charge.
• Customs Declaration: Most travelers walk through the Green Channel (Nothing to Declare). If you are carrying over $5,000 USD in cash, or commercial goods, you must go to the Red Channel, as per the Vietnam customs rules.

Customs Allowances (2026)

You may bring the following items duty-free:

• Alcohol: 1.5 liters of liquor (above 20% ABV) or 2 liters of wine/beer.
• Tobacco: 200 cigarettes or 20 cigars or 250g of tobacco.
• Cash: You MUST declare cash amounts exceeding $5,000 USD (or equivalent) or 15,000,000 VND.