Vietnam Pre-Arrival Declaration 2026: Entry Form Guide
Vietnam Pre-Arrival Declaration 2026
How to Complete the Online Entry Form
Quick answer: This is an online arrival-information declaration, not a visa. The current system accepts submissions from two calendar days before your expected arrival through the arrival day. Complete it within that window, then save the QR code or completion screen to your phone.
Below you will find the applicable airports, submission window, step-by-step instructions and common mistakes. If you want help checking documents, compare Vietnam visa service options and application support.
What Is the Vietnam Pre-Arrival Declaration, and How Is It Different from a Visa?
This is not a new type of visa. It isarrival information submitted before entry.
Before joining the immigration queue, you submit your identity, flight and accommodation details online. The system then creates a confirmation record that officers may check on arrival.
Visa
Determines whether you are legally eligible to enter Vietnam.
If your nationality requires a visa, you must obtain it separately before travel.
Pre-Arrival Declaration
Provides identity, flight and accommodation details to immigration before arrival.
Completing the declaration does not replace a required visa.
Check Your Visa Before Departure: Choose by Travel Date
The declaration does not replace a visa. To use Lanytrip visa support, prepare three items: passport information page, white-background portrait photo and flight details. A specialist reviews the documents before submission.
Visa ready? You can also arrange airport fast track, airport transfer.
Who Should Pay Attention to This Requirement?
If you are entering Vietnam through a major international airport such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Nha Trang (Cam Ranh) or Phu Quoc, complete the Pre-Arrival Declaration before travel.
This is especially useful for first-time visitors, families traveling with children or older relatives, and anyone with a transfer waiting after landing.
The Pre-Arrival Declaration currently applies at major international airports including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Nha Trang (Cam Ranh) and Phu Quoc.
For arrivals at these airports, the current system accepts submissions from two days before the expected arrival date through the arrival day. Complete it before landing when possible and save a screenshot of the QR code.
If you are entering through another airport, confirm the current requirement before departure.
Want a shorter immigration queue? See the airport-specific fast-track guides:Hanoi fast track, Da Nang fast track, Ho Chi Minh City fast track.
| What it is | An online pre-arrival declaration completed before you land. It does not replace a visa. |
|---|---|
| Airports | Hanoi Noi Bai (HAN), Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat (SGN), Da Nang (DAD), Nha Trang Cam Ranh (CXR), Phu Quoc (PQC) |
| When to submit | From two days before your expected arrival date through the arrival day |
| What you need | Passport, the flight you will actually arrive on, and the English address of your first night’s accommodation |
| Official site | prearrival.immigration.gov.vn (avoid unofficial third-party sites) |
| After submitting | Save a screenshot of the QR code or confirmation page on your phone to show at inspection |
| Other airports | Check whether it is required before you travel |
When Should You Complete the Vietnam Pre-Arrival Declaration?
The current submission window runs from two calendar days before your expected arrival in Vietnam through the arrival day, a total of three calendar days. You cannot submit earlier. Once the window opens, you may complete it before departure, at the airport or on the arrival day.
Calculate from the Date You Arrive in Vietnam
For a direct same-day flight, count back two days from the arrival date. For an overnight flight, next-day arrival or connection, use theexpected arrival date in Vietnamnot the departure date from your origin country.
- Example 1:If you arrive on 20 October, you may submit on 18, 19 or 20 October.
- Example 2:If you depart late on 20 October and arrive on 21 October, your submission window is 19–21 October.
Choose a date to see your submission window.
System rules may change. The dates available on the official Vietnam Immigration portal are the final authority.
Prepare your passport, actual arrival flight number, and the English name and address of your first accommodation. Once the window opens, submit on your phone and save the QR code or completion screen to your photo album.
How to Submit the Vietnam Pre-Arrival Declaration
https://prearrival.immigration.gov.vn/home-page
Submit directly through the official Vietnam Immigration portal and avoid unofficial websites requesting unnecessary payment or personal data.
The official page calls the service “Pre-Arrival Information.” It refers to the same pre-entry declaration. To correct a submitted record, return to the portal and use the lookup and update function.
The steps below explain the process in traveler-friendly language.
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Open the Official Portal and Select a Language
Open the official declaration portal on your phone or computer, confirm the domain, select a language and choose the application entry.
▲ Select a language, then choose the application entry to begin.
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Select Your Country or Region
Follow the on-screen instructions and choose the country or region that matches your actual passport and nationality.
▲ Select the correct country or region before continuing.
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Enter Traveler and Flight Information
Enter the traveler details, passport information and arrival flight data exactly as shown on your passport and ticket.
▲ Enter the traveler details exactly as shown on the passport.
▲ Enter the flight that actually lands in Vietnam.
Have You Confirmed Your Visa?
The declaration and visa are separate requirements. Standard processing takes about 6–10 business days; 4-day and 2-day options are available for closer departures.
Choose a Visa Option by Departure Date -
Review and Submit
Before submitting, recheck the name, passport number, date of birth, flight information and accommodation details.
▲ Review every field before submitting, then save the completion screen.
After submitting:
Save a screenshot of the completion screen or QR code immediately;
download a copy as well if the option is available.
Five Common Declaration Mistakes
1. Name Does Not Match the Passport
Do not change spaces, abbreviate names or omit a middle name. Enter the full name exactly as shown on the passport.
2. Wrong Flight Number
Enter the flight that actually arrives in Vietnam, not an earlier connecting segment or outdated itinerary.
3. Accommodation Address Is Not Ready
Have the first property name and full English address ready before starting.
4. No Offline Copy Is Saved
Save the QR code or completion screen offline so it remains available without mobile data.
5. Assuming the Declaration Replaces a Visa
These are separate requirements.
Travelers who require a visa must still obtain one through the normal process.
Helpful Tip
Keep the passport page, visa, accommodation address and QR code together in one offline phone album.
Visa and Arrival Fast Track Can Be Booked Together
The visa product page offers standard processing bundled with arrival fast track: Ho Chi Minh City NT$2,173, Da Nang NT$1,790 and Hanoi NT$2,194. Select your arrival city on the product page.
View Visa + Fast Track PackagesHow the Declaration Is Used on Arrival
Think of the updated arrival process like this:
Prepare your usual entry documents and keep the completed online declaration record with them.
If an officer requests it, open the QR code or completion screen saved on your phone.
Completing the declaration in advance reduces the chance of being delayed beside the immigration queue.
After Arrival: Fast Track and Airport Transfer
Fast track: A greeter meets you at the designated point and guides you through a priority immigration channel. Priced per person for flights between 08:00 and 24:00.
airport transfer: Private transfers are priced per vehicle, not per passenger. Choose pickup by flight arrival time; one hour of waiting is included and flight delays do not incur an extra charge.
Vietnam Pre-Arrival Declaration FAQ
It is an online declaration system.
Complete it before travel and save the completion screen or QR code for presentation if requested.
The current window runs from two days before your expected arrival through the arrival day. For a 20 October arrival, you may submit on 18, 19 or 20 October. Completing it before departure avoids airport crowds or an unstable connection.
Travelers who will pass through immigration should generally have their information included.
For families, prepare every traveler’s details in advance instead of completing records one by one at the airport.
A passenger remaining in international transit without entering Vietnam generally does not need to submit.
Confirm with your airline and follow instructions at the airport.
Printing is not normally required, although you may carry a paper copy.
Save the QR code or completion screen on your phone so it is ready if requested.
No.
The declaration only provides arrival information and does not replace a visa.
If your nationality requires a visa, obtain it through the normal process.
Who Should Read This Guide?
- First-time visitors who are unfamiliar with Vietnam arrival procedures
- Travelers departing soon who want to avoid last-minute changes
- Families traveling with children or older relatives
- Travelers who already have a visa and want to confirm the remaining steps
Ready to Complete the Declaration?
Go to the Official Vietnam Immigration PortalLANYTRIP VIETNAM PRE-TRAVEL SERVICES
Other Services to Arrange Before Arrival
Choose visa support, airport fast track and transfers separately according to your departure date and arrival city.
