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As an ASEAN member, Myanmar citizens enjoy a 30-day visa-free entry to Vietnam. For longer stays, an online eVisa for up to 90 days is easily accessible.
1. 30-Day Visa Exemption for Myanmar Citizens
<p>Great news for travelers from Myanmar! As both countries are members of ASEAN, <strong>Myanmar (Burmese) citizens do not need a visa to enter Vietnam for stays of up to 30 days</strong>.</p><p>To qualify for this visa-free entry, you must meet the following requirements:</p><ul><li>Hold a valid Myanmar passport with at least <strong>6 months of validity</strong> remaining from your date of arrival.</li><li>Have at least two blank pages in your passport for entry and exit stamps.</li><li>Be able to show a return ticket or an onward ticket to a third country (sometimes requested by the airline).</li></ul><p>If your travel plans in Vietnam are within this 30-day limit, you simply arrive at any international airport, land border, or seaport and proceed directly to passport control.</p>
2. Vietnam eVisa for Longer Stays (Up to 90 Days)
<p>If you plan to stay in Vietnam for more than 30 days, or if you need to leave and re-enter the country multiple times, the 30-day exemption will not be sufficient. Fortunately, since August 2023, Vietnam's <strong>eVisa system is open to all nationalities</strong>, including citizens of Myanmar.</p><p>The eVisa allows a maximum stay of <strong>90 days</strong> and offers both single and multiple-entry options. Here is the fee structure:</p><ul><li><strong>Single-entry eVisa:</strong> $25 USD (approximately <strong>52,500 MMK</strong> based on reference exchange rates).</li><li><strong>Multiple-entry eVisa:</strong> $50 USD (approximately <strong>105,000 MMK</strong>).</li></ul><p><em>Note: Exchange rates in Myanmar can fluctuate significantly depending on the market and transfer service used. Always check current rates with your bank.</em></p><p>The standard processing time is <strong>3-5 working days</strong>. Once approved, the eVisa allows entry through 33 designated ports, including 13 airports, 16 land borders, and 13 seaports.</p>
3. Flights from Myanmar to Vietnam
<p>Traveling between Myanmar and Vietnam has become increasingly convenient. <strong>Myanmar Airways International (MAI)</strong> is the primary airline offering direct, non-stop flights from Yangon (RGN) to major Vietnamese hubs, including Hanoi (HAN) and Ho Chi Minh City (SGN).</p><p>If direct flights do not align with your schedule, there are numerous transit options available. Flying via Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang) on airlines like Thai Airways, Thai AirAsia, or Vietnam Airlines is a popular and quick alternative.</p>
4. Vietnam Embassy in Myanmar
<p>If you are applying for an eVisa, everything is done online, so you do not need to visit the embassy. However, if you have specific consular needs, require document legalization, or need a traditional visa, you can contact the Embassy of Vietnam in Yangon:</p><ul><li><strong>Address:</strong> No. 28-29, Kyauk Kone Road, Yankin Township, Yangon, Myanmar</li><li><strong>Phone:</strong> (+95) 1 856 6076</li><li><strong>Email:</strong> [email protected]</li><li><strong>Office Hours:</strong> Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM</li></ul><p>Always contact the embassy by phone or email to confirm their operating hours before visiting, especially around public holidays in Vietnam or Myanmar.</p>
5. How to Apply for a Vietnam eVisa
<p>Applying for a Vietnam eVisa is entirely digital. Follow these simple steps:</p><ol><li>Prepare a digital scan or photo of your passport's biographical page and a recent passport-sized portrait photo (without glasses).</li><li>Visit the official government portal or use a streamlined service like Entry Vietnam's Application Portal.</li><li>Fill out the application form with your entry details and upload your documents.</li><li>Pay the $25 or $50 USD fee using a credit or debit card.</li><li>Wait for about 3-5 working days to receive your eVisa in PDF format via email. Print it out to present alongside your passport upon arrival.</li></ol>