Vietnam visa for Austria citizens

Do Austrian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

Yes. Austrian citizens traveling to Vietnam for tourism, business, or family visits are required to obtain a visa. The Vietnam tourist visa is a single-entry visa that is valid for 90 days, while the business visa allows for multiple entries and a maximum stay of 90 days.

Visa requirements in brief:

How to apply for a Vietnamese visa on an Austrian passport

Visa at the Vietnam Embassy in Austria 

Austrian passport holders can apply for a Vietnam visa at the Embassy of Vietnam in Austria by completing the following steps:

1. Fill out a visa application form, provide a passport-size photo, and submit your passport with at least 6 months of validity remaining.
2. Pay the visa fee, which varies based on the type and duration of the visa.
3. Wait for approximately 5 working days to receive your passport back with the visa stamp either in person or via mail.

Apply for e-visa online

Austrian tourists or business travelers visiting Vietnam are eligible for an electronic visa option. This e-visa permits a single entry and a 30-day stay. To apply, follow these important steps:

1. Access the Vietnam Immigration Department's official website and complete the online application process.
2. Provide the necessary information and upload a digital copy of your passport.
3. Pay the e-visa processing fee online ( 25 USD ~ 23 Euros).
4. Receive the visa via email and print it out.

Apply for a visa on arrival

You can also obtain a Vietnam visa on arrival when traveling by air. Here is the guidance to get the visa:

1. Contact a visa agency or travel company in Vietnam to obtain an online visa approval letter, which will be granted by the Vietnam Immigration Department.
2. Pay the visa fee online and obtain the visa approval letter.
3. Print it out and bring it along with your passport and a passport-sized photo to one of Vietnam's international airports upon arrival.

How much is the visa fee for Austrian passports?

Fee comparison 

Travel tips for Austrian citizens visiting Vietnam

How to get there

From Austria, you can take a number of connecting flights to major cities in Vietnam such as Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi. The duration of the flight can vary depending on the airline and route, but it usually takes around 11-14 hours to travel between the two countries.

Vienna - Ho Chi Minh City

Salzburg - Ho Chi Minh City

Weather information

Vietnam and Austria have different climate zones so weather and temperatures can vary significantly.

• Climate: Vietnam has a tropical climate, with high temperatures and humidity year-round. The country experiences distinct wet and dry seasons. Austria, on the other hand, has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons.
• Temperature: The average temperature in Vietnam ranges from 20°C to 35°C (68°F to 95°F) while Austria has cold winters and mild summers, with temperatures ranging from -10°C to 30°C (14°F to 86°F).
• Rainfall: Austria witnesses significant precipitation throughout the year, with heavy snowfall in the winter months. In Vietnam, heavy rain and storms often occur from May to September.