27/04/2026
😱 Electronic Immigration Declaration for Entry into Vietnam
Starting April 15, 2026, new entry procedures for foreign travelers were introduced at Tan Son Nhat International Airport. It has now been 12 days since the changes took effect, and after analyzing the situation, we’re answering the most common questions our managers have been receiving.
❓Do travelers actually need to provide the declaration?
We spoke with dozens of clients who recently arrived through Tan Son Nhat Airport, and so far none of them were asked to show the electronic declaration. How long this situation will continue — and when the system will begin operating fully — is still unclear.
❓What about other entry points into Vietnam?
At the moment, these new procedures apply only to arrivals through Ho Chi Minh City airport. At other entry points, including land borders, travelers are currently not being asked for this declaration.
❓How long before arrival should the declaration be completed?
The form becomes available 72 hours before arrival, but it can technically be submitted even while standing in line at passport control.
❓Should you prepare the declaration in advance just in case?
If you are traveling alone and feel comfortable filling out the form on arrival, you can wait until you are specifically asked for it. However, if you are traveling with family members and need to complete several declarations, it’s much easier to do it calmly in advance.
We’ve prepared a short guide for you 👇
🔗 Official form:
https://prearrival.immigration.gov.vn/apps/submit-document/foreign?nat=ALA
Please complete all fields marked with an asterisk:
— nationality
— arrival date and passport details
— phone number and email address
— visa type:
• “e-visa” — if you are entering with an electronic visa
• “Default visa exemption by country” — if you are entering visa-free and receiving an entry stamp
— purpose of travel (choose “tourism purposes”)
— under “travel information,” provide your method of arrival, flight number, border checkpoint, and accommodation address
❗️After submitting the form, you will receive a verification code by email. Once confirmed, a QR code will appear immediately. Save it and be ready to show it at passport control if requested.
If you receive any new information or have additional questions, feel free to message us directly.
