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Information for Iranian citizens regarding Vietnam visa requirements in 2026, including eVisa applications, flight routes from Tehran, and embassy contact details.
1. Do Iranian Citizens Need a Visa for Vietnam?
Yes, Iranian citizens are required to obtain a valid visa to enter Vietnam. Since August 2023, the Vietnam eVisa is available to all nationalities, including citizens of Iran. The eVisa permits stays in Vietnam for up to 90 days with options for single or multiple entries. Applications must be processed online through the official National Web Portal on Immigration.
2. Vietnam eVisa Requirements for Iranians
To apply for a Vietnam eVisa, Iranian applicants must provide the following documentation:
- Valid Iranian passport: Must remain valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended date of arrival in Vietnam, containing at least two blank pages.
- Passport photo: A recent, passport-sized digital photograph (4x4 cm or 4x6 cm) with a white background. Glasses must be removed.
- Passport data page: A clear digital scan or photograph of the passport's biographical data page.
- Payment method: An internationally accepted credit or debit card (e.g., Visa, Mastercard) to process the eVisa fee in USD.
- Email address: A valid email address to receive application updates and the issued eVisa document.
3. Visa Fees and Processing Time
The official government fees for the Vietnam eVisa are standard across all eligible nationalities:
- Single-entry visa (up to 90 days): $25 USD
- Multiple-entry visa (up to 90 days): $50 USD
Payment Note:
Fees are charged in USD. Due to banking restrictions, standard Iranian domestic bank cards may not be accepted on the National Web Portal on Immigration. Applicants must use an internationally recognized payment card.
The standard processing time is 3 to 5 working days. Processing may require additional time during Vietnamese public holidays. Applicants are advised to submit their applications at least 1 to 2 weeks prior to their scheduled departure.
4. Flights from Iran to Vietnam
There are currently no direct flights between Tehran (Imam Khomeini International Airport - IKA) and major Vietnamese airports such as Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) or Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi (HAN). Iranian travelers are required to book connecting flights.
Standard Transit Routes:
- Doha, Qatar (DOH): Operated by Qatar Airways with connections to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
- Dubai, UAE (DXB): Operated by Emirates with connections to major Vietnamese ports.
- Delhi, India (DEL): Alternative routes via regional carriers.
Travel time ranges from 11 to 15 hours depending on transit duration. The eVisa allows entry through any of the 83 designated entry ports in Vietnam.
5. The Embassy of Vietnam in Tehran, Iran
For diplomatic or consular services that cannot be processed via the online eVisa system, contact the Embassy of Vietnam in Tehran.
Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in Iran
- Address: No. 54, Corner of Borzou St., Ejazi St. (Assef), Zaferaniyeh, Tehran, Iran
- Phone: +98 21 22411670
- Emergency Hotline: +98 933 965 8252
- Email: [email protected]
Operating hours are generally Saturday to Wednesday, 09:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 16:00. The embassy is closed on Thursdays, Fridays, and public holidays of both Iran and Vietnam. Contact the embassy directly to confirm current hours or schedule an appointment.