Vietnam Visa RequirementsFor Afghanistan passport holders
Afghan citizens can visit Vietnam with an e-visa obtained online before travel at the official Vietnam e-visa portal, costing $25 and allowing up to 90 days. Vietnam's e-visa is available to all nationalities including Afghanistan, making it one of the more accessible international destinations for Afghan passport holders.
Afghanistan passport holders must apply for an electronic visa (eVisa) online before traveling to Vietnam.
Apply at the official Vietnam e-visa portal (evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn). You need a scan of your Afghan passport data page, a digital passport photo with white background, your intended entry and exit ports, travel dates, and the $25 fee paid by credit or debit card. The e-visa is typically processed within 3 business days. Download and print the approved e-visa to present at arrival. Ensure your passport has at least 6 months of validity and all details match exactly. The e-visa covers all major international airports and most land crossings.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Afghanistan to Vietnam: What You Need to Know
Vietnam introduced a universal e-visa system in 2023, available to citizens of all countries including Afghanistan. This makes Vietnam one of the few countries where Afghan nationals can apply directly online without needing to visit an embassy in a third country or arrange for a sponsor. The e-visa costs $25, is valid for 90 days from issue, and is available as single or multiple-entry. Vietnam has no diplomatic tensions with Afghanistan and processes applications equally for all nationalities. This makes Vietnam an unusually accessible destination for Afghan travelers.
How to Get There
No direct flights connect Afghan airports to Vietnam. Route via Dubai (DXB) with flydubai then Emirates or Vietjet to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) or Hanoi (HAN). Via Islamabad (ISB) through Gulf hubs then onward to Vietnam is another option. Bangkok (BKK) and Singapore (SIN) are also popular transit points for onward Vietnam connections. Total journey time from Kabul is typically 12 to 18 hours.
Money & Banking
Vietnam uses the Vietnamese dong (VND). ATMs are widely available in cities and tourist areas. International Visa and Mastercard work at most ATMs. Vietnam is one of Southeast Asia's most affordable destinations: street food meals cost $1 to $3, mid-range restaurant meals $5 to $10, budget guesthouses from $10 to $15 per night. Local SIM cards are inexpensive and provide good data coverage. Bargaining is expected at markets. USD is widely accepted at tourist businesses and can be exchanged easily.
Practical Tips
Vietnam stretches over 1,600 km from north to south. Hanoi's Old Quarter has French colonial architecture and outstanding street food. Ha Long Bay (UNESCO) has thousands of limestone karsts rising from emerald-green water. Hoi An is a UNESCO-listed ancient trading port with a strong Chinese and Japanese architectural heritage. Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) has war history museums and a frenetic modern energy. Phu Quoc island offers white-sand beaches and clear water. Vietnam has a majority Buddhist culture and a rich history. Afghan travelers generally find Vietnam welcoming and affordable.