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Information on Vietnam visa requirements for Greek passport holders, covering eVisa regulations, application procedures, and consular services.
Visa Requirements for Greek Citizens
Greek citizens are required to hold a valid visa to enter Vietnam for any purpose, including tourism, business, or family visits. Greece is not included in Vietnam's visa exemption program.
Greek passport holders must secure a visa prior to travel. The officially designated procedure for short-term entry is the Vietnam eVisa, which is processed entirely online.
Greek citizens are not visa-exempt. A valid eVisa or embassy-issued visa must be obtained before traveling to Vietnam.
Visa Categories and Fees
The Vietnam eVisa is available to citizens of all countries, including Greece, under the following parameters:
| Visa Category | Maximum Stay | Official Fee | Primary Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| eVisa (Single Entry) | Up to 90 days | $25 USD | Single entry for tourism or business |
| eVisa (Multiple Entry) | Up to 90 days | $50 USD | Multiple entries within the validity period |
| Embassy Visa | Up to 90 days | Varies | Long-term stays or specific visa categories |
eVisa Application Requirements
To apply for a Vietnam eVisa, Greek passport holders must provide:
- A valid Greek passport with a minimum of 6 months validity remaining from the intended date of entry.
- At least two blank passport pages for immigration stamps.
- A digital scan of the passport's biographical data page.
- A recent passport-sized portrait photograph (4×6 cm, white background, no glasses).
- A valid credit or debit card for the online fee payment.
- Confirmed travel dates, intended port of entry, and accommodation address in Vietnam.
The approved eVisa permits entry through 83 designated ports, encompassing all major international airports, land borders, and seaports.
Application Procedure
The application for a Vietnam eVisa follows a standard online process:
- Access the National Web Portal on Immigration.
- Select 'Greece' as the nationality and designate the required visa type (single or multiple entry).
- Upload the passport data page and portrait photograph.
- Input personal information exactly as it appears on the passport, along with travel details.
- Remit the mandatory processing fee ($25 USD for single entry; $50 USD for multiple entry).
- Await processing, which typically requires 3 to 5 working days.
- Upon approval, print the eVisa document to present alongside the passport at the port of entry.
For further procedural details, consult the comprehensive eVisa application guide.
Flight Routes from Greece
Direct flights between Athens International Airport (ATH) and Vietnam are currently unavailable. Standard transit routes include:
- Via Istanbul (IST) connecting to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
- Via Doha (DOH) connecting to major Vietnamese airports.
- Via Dubai (DXB) or Abu Dhabi (AUH) for onward transit.
Total travel time is approximately 14 to 20 hours depending on the transit schedule.
Embassy of Vietnam in Greece
The Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in Athens provides consular services for matters not covered by the eVisa program:
- Address: 20 Diamantidou Street, 154 52 P. Psychico, Athens, Greece
- Phone: (+30) 210 612 8733
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: vnembassy-athens.mofa.gov.vn
- Operating Hours: Monday–Friday, 08:30–13:00 and 14:30–18:00
The electronic visa (eVisa) remains the recommended method for standard entry.
Travel Advisory Information
- Currency: The official currency in Vietnam is the Vietnamese Dong (VND). The eVisa application fee is charged in USD.
- Time Zone: Vietnam operates on Indochina Time (ICT), which is UTC+7.
- Health Regulations: There are currently no mandatory vaccination requirements for entry, though standard travel health precautions are advised.
Review all entry guidelines on the requirements page and submit an eVisa application well in advance of the planned departure date.