Vietnamese visa for Australian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Australian passport holders visiting Vietnam for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Australian citizens to enter Vietnam for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Vietnam e-visa for Australian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Vietnam visa on arrival for Australian citizens | Not Available | |
Vietnam tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Australian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Vietnam.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Vietnam.
If you are looking for Vietnam visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Australia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Vietnam nearest your place of residence.
- Canberra: The Embassy of Vietnam in Canberra, Australia (Working hours: Close now)
- Sydney: The Consulate General of Vietnam in Sydney, Australia (Working hours: Close now)
- Perth: The Consulate General of Vietnam in Perth, Australia (Working hours: Close now)
Vietnam visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Vietnam diplomatic mission offices to Australia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Australia traveling to Vietnam from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Australia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 96,838 | N/A |
| 2009 | 91,304 | -5.71% |
| 2010 | 93,149 | 2.02% |
| 2011 | 289,762 | 211.07% |
| 2012 | 289,844 | 0.03% |
| 2013 | 319,636 | 10.28% |
| 2014 | 321,089 | 0.45% |
| 2015 | 370,438 | 15.37% |
| 2016 | 320,678 | -13.43% |
| 2017 | 370,438 | 15.52% |
| 2018 | 386,934 | 4.45% |
| 2019 | 383,511 | -0.88% |
| 2020 | 92,227 | -75.95% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Vietnam & Australia comparison
Vietnam's area is approximately 310,070 km2 (119,718 sq mi), while the area of Australia is approximately 7,682,300 km2 (2,966,151 sq mi). This means Australia is 24.78 times bigger than Vietnam.
As of April 2024, Vietnam's population is ~100.9 million people - 74,178,225 more people than the population of Australia.
We have highlighted Vietnam & Australia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Vietnam | Australia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 100,881,703 | 26,703,478 | 74.2 million more people live in Vietnam than Australia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 96 | 136 | Vietnam has 40 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Australia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 21 | 130 | Vietnam passport holders visit 109 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 107 | 319 | Vietnamese hosts 212 fewer foreign missions than Australia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Australia travel to Vietnam in one year?
The number of visitors from Australia visiting Vietnam in 2020 was approximately 92,227.
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Useful Information
- Hanoi to Canberra: 6405.71 km (3980.32 mi)
- Travel time: 13 hours 20 minutes
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