Vietnam visa for Netherlands citizens

Do Netherlanders need a visa for Vietnam?

The Netherlands is NOT in the visa exemption list thus Dutch citizens living in and outside the country are REQUIRED to obtain a visa to enter Vietnam. There are three ways to obtain a visa for Vietnam: through a Vietnamese embassy or consulate, by applying for a visa on arrival, or an electronic visa (e-visa) online.

Visa requirements in brief:

How to apply for a Vietnamese visa on a Dutch passport

Apply for e-visa online

Dutch citizens can apply for an e-visa online through the Vietnam Immigration Department's website. Vietnam e-visa is valid for a maximum stay of 90 days with a single entry only. You can enter Vietnam through any of the 33 designated ports of entry with an e-visa.

To get this electronic travel authorization, you need to finish the essential steps:

1. Visit the official website of the Vietnam Immigration Department to fill out the online application form for e-visa.
2. Provide your personal details, travel information, and passport information as required in the application form.
3. Upload a scanned copy of your passport bio page and a passport-size photo.
4. Pay the e-visa processing fee using a valid credit/debit card (25 USD ~ 23 Euros).
5. Wait for the e-visa to be processed and approved by the Vietnam Immigration Department. This usually takes 3-5 business days.
6. Once the e-visa is approved, download and print it out to present at the port of entry in Vietnam.

Visa at the Vietnam Embassy in the Netherlands

You will need to provide the following documents:

• A valid passport with at least six months of validity beyond the intended stay.
• A completed visa application form.
• Two passport-sized photos.
• The visa fee.

Apply for a visa on arrival

Dutch passport holders can also apply for a Vietnam visa on arrival that allows you to obtain a visa stamp at the airport upon arrival in Vietnam. Below is an instruction to get a visa on arrival:

1. Find a reliable travel agency or visa service that offers visa on arrival service to enter Vietnam.
2. Fill out the online visa application form and the required information.
3. Pay the visa service fee online which are varied depending on your type of visa.
4. Wait for the visa approval letter via email.
5. Print the visa approval letter and bring it with you to the airport in Vietnam, along with a passport-sized photo, your passport, and any other required documents and fees.
6. Upon arrival in Vietnam, get the visa stamp on your passport.

How much is the visa fee for Dutch passports?

Fee comparison

Travel tips for Dutch citizens visiting Vietnam

How to get there

To get to major cities in Vietnam such as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City from the Netherlands, you can take a number of connected flights with at least a stopover, usually through Hongkong or Frankfurt.

Amsterdam - Ho Chi Minh City

Weather information

Vietnam and the Netherlands have different climates and temperatures, with Vietnam being much hotter and more humid due to its tropical location, while the Netherlands has a temperate maritime climate with milder temperatures throughout the year.

• Climate: Vietnam is located in Southeast Asia and has a tropical climate, featuring high temperatures and humidity throughout the year. In contrast, the Netherlands is located in Western Europe and has a temperate maritime climate.
• Weather: Vietnam is affected by the monsoon season, which brings heavy rains and storms from May to October, while the dry season runs from November to April. On the other hand, the Netherlands experiences mild temperatures, with relatively cool summers and mild winters.
• Temperature: The average temperature in Vietnam ranges from 21°C (70°F) to 35°C (95°F). It can be colder in winter, falling to below 20°C. The average temperature in the Netherlands is much lower, which ranges from 3°C (37°F) in January to 21°C (70°F) in July.