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Information for Papua New Guinean citizens traveling to Vietnam in 2026. Details regarding the eVisa process, costs, and standard flight routes.
1. Do Papua New Guinean Citizens Need a Visa for Vietnam?
Yes. As of 2026, Papua New Guinean citizens are required to hold a valid visa prior to entering Vietnam. Papua New Guinean passport holders are eligible to apply for a Vietnam eVisa online.
The eVisa is issued for purposes including tourism, business, and visiting relatives. It permits a stay of up to 90 days and is available in both single-entry and multiple-entry formats.
Applications can be submitted directly through the official National Web Portal on Immigration. Alternatively, travelers requiring assistance can apply here for our guided processing services.
2. Vietnam Embassy in Papua New Guinea
Currently, there is no Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate located in Papua New Guinea.
Travelers requiring consular services that cannot be processed via the eVisa system (such as document legalization or specific diplomatic visas) must contact the nearest Vietnamese diplomatic missions, which are typically located in Australia (Sydney/Canberra) or the Philippines (Manila). For standard travel, utilizing the online eVisa system removes the need to send original passports abroad.
3. Vietnam eVisa Requirements & Fees for PNG Passports
To apply for the eVisa, Papua New Guinean citizens must provide:
- A passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended date of entry into Vietnam, containing at least 2 blank pages.
- A recent passport-sized portrait photograph (taken without glasses). Refer to the eVisa photo requirements for exact specifications.
- A clear photograph or scan of the passport data page.
eVisa Costs (Estimated in PGK)
The official government fees for the Vietnam eVisa are set in US Dollars. As of 2026, the approximate conversion to Papua New Guinean Kina (PGK) is as follows:
- Single-entry eVisa (up to 90 days): $25 USD (approx. 109 PGK)
- Multiple-entry eVisa (up to 90 days): $50 USD (approx. 218 PGK)
Note: Exchange rates are subject to fluctuation, and financial institutions may apply international transaction fees.
Standard processing requires 3 to 5 working days. It is advisable to apply at least 1 to 2 weeks prior to departure.
4. Flight Routes from Papua New Guinea to Vietnam
Direct flights between Papua New Guinea and Vietnam are not available. Travelers departing from Jacksons International Airport (POM) in Port Moresby typically require at least one layover.
Common Routes:
- Via Manila (MNL): Flights via Philippine Airlines or Air Niugini from Port Moresby to Manila, connecting to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) or Hanoi (HAN).
- Via Singapore (SIN): Flights via Air Niugini from Port Moresby to Singapore, connecting to Vietnam via carriers such as Singapore Airlines or Scoot.
- Via Hong Kong (HKG): Flights via Air Niugini to Hong Kong, connecting to destinations such as Da Nang, Hanoi, or Ho Chi Minh City.
Total travel time ranges from 13 to 15 hours, depending on transit durations.
5. Accepted Entry Ports
The approved Vietnam eVisa permits entry through any of the 83 designated international ports. Travelers are not strictly required to enter through the exact port specified in their application, provided the actual entry point is on the official list of designated ports.