Vietnam Visa RequirementsFor Croatia passport holders
Croatian passport holders need a Vietnamese e-Visa before traveling to Vietnam. The e-Visa costs $25 USD, is applied online, and allows stays up to 90 days with multiple entries for tourism or business purposes.
Croatia passport holders must apply for an electronic visa (eVisa) online before traveling to Vietnam.
Apply for the Vietnam e-Visa at evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn before travel. Cost: $25 USD paid online by Visa/Mastercard. Upload your passport photo and a passport scan. Processing typically takes 3 business days but allow 1 week. You receive the e-Visa PDF by email: print it and present it at Vietnamese immigration together with your Croatian passport. The e-Visa is valid for 90 days from the grant date (not from your entry date). Ensure your arrival airport or border crossing accepts e-Visas (all major international airports do).
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
Required Documents
For Your Visa Application
Valid Croatian Passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended entry date into Vietnam.
Valid Croatian Passport
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from entry date. Must have at least 1 blank page.
Digital Passport Photo
Recent color photo with white/light background, 4x6cm or similar, JPEG format. Face must be clearly visible without glasses.
Vietnam e-Visa Approval Letter
Apply at evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn at least 3 business days before travel. Print the approval letter to present at immigration.
Passport Bio Page Scan
Clear color scan or photo of your Croatian passport biographical data page.
Passport Photo (digital)
Digital passport-style photo uploaded during the online application meeting the specified requirements.
e-Visa Fee ($25 USD)
Paid online at evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn by Visa or Mastercard. Apply at least 3 business days before travel; 1 week recommended.
Passport Bio-Data Page Scan
A scanned copy of the bio-data page of your Croatian passport required for the online application.
Entry and Exit Dates
Specify your planned entry and exit dates and entry point (airport/border crossing) in the application. Entry must be at an e-Visa-eligible port.
Required at Entry
Return or Onward Flight Ticket
Proof of departure from Vietnam is typically required at immigration.
Printed e-Visa Approval
Print the e-Visa PDF received by email or save it digitally. Present to immigration on arrival together with your Croatian passport.
Proof of Accommodation Recommended
Hotel booking confirmation or address of first accommodation in Vietnam.
Current Travel Situation
Croatia to Vietnam: What You Need to Know
Vietnam introduced its 90-day e-Visa with multiple entry in 2023, significantly improving access for European travelers including Croatians. Previously the visa was limited to 30 days with single entry. Vietnam is Southeast Asia's most rapidly growing tourism destination: Ha Long Bay, Hoi An Ancient Town, and the Mekong Delta are among Asia's most iconic destinations. Vietnam's food culture (pho, banh mi, fresh spring rolls) is internationally celebrated. The country runs the full length of Southeast Asia's eastern coast, making north-south itineraries popular and rewarding.
How to Get There
No direct flights from Croatia. Zagreb (ZAG) connects to Hanoi (HAN) or Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) via one-stop connections through Dubai (DXB) with Emirates, Doha (DOH) with Qatar Airways, Bangkok (BKK) with Thai Airways, or Singapore (SIN) with Singapore Airlines. Vietnam Airlines also operates from several European cities.
Money & Banking
Vietnam uses the Vietnamese Dong (VND). The dong comes in very large denominations: 500,000 VND is approximately $20 USD. Cards are accepted in hotels, tourist restaurants, and shops in cities. Cash (VND) is important for street food, local transport, markets, and anything outside tourist areas. ATMs are widely available in cities; withdraw larger amounts to minimize fees. Vietnam is very affordable by European standards. Tipping: not traditionally expected in Vietnamese culture but becoming more common in tourist restaurants; $1-2 for guides and drivers is appreciated.
Practical Tips
Main international airports: Hanoi Noi Bai (HAN), Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat (SGN), and Da Nang (DAD). Train travel between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (the Reunification Express, ~30 hours) is scenic but slow: most travelers fly internal routes. Motorbike taxis (Grab Bike in the app) and Grab cars are the best way to get around cities. Vietnam is tropical: November-April is generally best for the south and north combined; the weather varies by region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Croatian citizens need a visa to visit Vietnam?
Yes. Croatian citizens must obtain a Vietnam e-Visa before travel. The e-Visa costs $25 USD and allows stays of up to 90 days.
How do I apply for a Vietnam e-Visa?
Apply online at evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn at least 3 business days before travel. Upload a passport photo, pay $25 by card, and receive the e-Visa by email. Print it to show upon arrival. The e-Visa is a single-entry document valid for 90 days.
Can I extend the Vietnam e-Visa?
Single-entry e-Visas cannot be extended inside Vietnam. If you need more time or plan to visit neighboring countries and return, apply for a new e-Visa or a multiple-entry tourist visa through a Vietnamese embassy before travel.
What are the best times to visit Vietnam?
Vietnam has varied climate zones. November-April is ideal for central and southern Vietnam (Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City). September-November and March-April suit northern Vietnam (Hanoi, Ha Long Bay). The south is warm year-round.
What currency does Vietnam use?
Vietnam uses the Vietnamese dong (VND). Denominations are very large; 1 million VND is approximately $40 USD. ATMs are available in cities. Cash is important for local transport, street food, and small vendors.
What are the unmissable destinations in Vietnam?
Ha Long Bay (UNESCO), Hoi An ancient town (UNESCO), Hue imperial city (UNESCO), Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi's Old Quarter, Sapa rice terraces, the Mekong Delta, and Phong Nha caves (UNESCO) are Vietnam's top sites.
Are there direct flights from Croatia to Vietnam?
No direct flights connect Croatia to Vietnam. Connections via Dubai, Doha, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, or Bangkok serve Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City from Croatia. Total journey time is typically 16-22 hours.