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Planning a trip from Moldova to Vietnam? Learn how to easily apply for a Vietnam eVisa, compare flight routes from Chisinau, and prepare for your journey.
Do Moldovan Citizens Need a Visa for Vietnam?
<p>Yes, Moldovan citizens are required to have a valid visa to enter Vietnam. Fortunately, the process is now highly convenient. As of August 2023, the Vietnam Government has opened its electronic visa (eVisa) system to citizens of all countries and territories, including Moldova.</p><p>This means you no longer need to seek out an embassy or wait in long queues for a Visa on Arrival. The Vietnam eVisa allows Moldovan travelers to stay in Vietnam for up to <strong>90 days</strong>, with options for both single and multiple entries.</p>
How to Apply for a Vietnam eVisa from Moldova
<p>Applying for a Vietnam eVisa is a fully digital process. Here are the steps to secure your visa before your flight from Chișinău:</p><ul><li><strong>Step 1:</strong> Visit the official Vietnam eVisa portal (or a trusted service like Entry Vietnam).</li><li><strong>Step 2:</strong> Fill in the online application form with your personal details, travel dates, and intended entry port.</li><li><strong>Step 3:</strong> Upload a scanned copy of your passport's biometric page (must be valid for at least 6 months) and a recent passport-sized portrait photo.</li><li><strong>Step 4:</strong> Pay the visa processing fee online using a credit or debit card.</li><li><strong>Step 5:</strong> Receive your eVisa via email within 3-5 working days. Print a physical copy to present at immigration upon arrival.</li></ul>
Visa Fees and Processing Time
<p>The standard processing time for a Vietnam eVisa is <strong>3-5 working days</strong>. However, during peak tourist seasons or national holidays, it can take slightly longer. We recommend applying at least 1-2 weeks before your departure date.</p><p>The official government fees are as follows (with approximate conversions as of June 2026):</p><ul><li><strong>Single-entry visa (up to 90 days):</strong> $25 USD (approx. 435 Moldovan Leu - MDL)</li><li><strong>Multiple-entry visa (up to 90 days):</strong> $50 USD (approx. 870 Moldovan Leu - MDL)</li></ul><p><em>Note: If you use an expedited service agency, additional service fees will apply on top of the government fee.</em></p>
Flights from Chișinău to Vietnam
<p>Currently, there are no direct commercial flights from Chișinău International Airport (KIV) to Vietnam. Moldovan travelers will need to book flights with at least one layover. Total travel time usually ranges from 14 to 22 hours depending on the connection.</p><p>The most popular and convenient route is flying with <strong>Turkish Airlines</strong>. You can fly from Chișinău to Istanbul (IST), and then take a direct Turkish Airlines flight to either Hanoi (HAN) or Ho Chi Minh City (SGN). Other options might include connections via Warsaw with LOT Polish Airlines or via Dubai with Emirates (though this may require separate tickets).</p>
Vietnamese Embassy in Moldova
<p>If you have specific consular needs that cannot be handled via the eVisa system (such as document legalization or a long-term work visa), you should be aware that <strong>there is no Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate located in Moldova</strong>.</p><p>Diplomatic relations and consular services for Moldova are typically handled by the Vietnamese Embassy in neighboring Romania or Ukraine. Because visiting an embassy requires traveling to another country, the online eVisa remains by far the most practical option for Moldovan tourists and business travelers.</p>