If you hold a Pakistani passport, a visa will be needed before you board a flight to Vietnam. There is good news, though: Vietnam’s e-visa has been open to every nationality, Pakistan included, since 15 August 2023. A Vietnam visa for Pakistani citizens costs 25 USD for single entry or 50 USD for multiple entry, and the permitted stay reaches 90 days.
This guide takes you through the entire process: the fees, the documents, the application steps and the errors that lead to delays. We are an independent travel-information site, not a government agency, so we neither file applications nor charge any fees. You complete the application yourself on the Immigration Department’s portal, https://evisa.gov.vn/, and re-check the details there before you travel.
Is a visa for Vietnam required for Pakistani citizens?
Yes, a visa is required. Vietnam’s visa-exemption list does not include Pakistan, which means a Pakistani passport cannot count on visa-free entry. Those arrangements, established through government resolutions, apply to countries such as the UK, Germany, France, Japan, South Korea and Switzerland, allowing stays of up to 45 days; the 45-day visa-free stay for British citizens is confirmed in the UK FCDO’s travel advice. Pakistan is not on that list.
Government Resolution 127/NQ-CP, in force since 15 August 2023, opened the e-visa to citizens of all countries and territories, and Pakistan appears on the eligible list. In practical terms, that makes the Vietnam e-visa the route open to Pakistani citizens: you apply online before flying and present it at the border.
Vietnam E-Visa Types and Fees for Pakistani Citizens
Two e-visas are available to you, and the number of entries is the only genuine difference between them.
| E-visa type | Fee | Entries | Maximum validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single entry | 25 USD | One entry | Up to 90 days |
| Multiple entry | 50 USD | Multiple entries | Up to 90 days |
Under no circumstances is this fee refunded, not even when the visa is refused; Resolution No. 30/2016/QH14 classifies it as a processing charge. Payment is made online through the VietCombank payment portal, which operates with the Immigration Department’s authorization, and up to 2 hours may pass before the payment status updates.
Processing normally takes 3 working days once you have paid and your information is complete and valid. Should the Police Department need to verify your application, the wait can stretch to 15 working days. Weekends and public holidays are not counted, so take them into account when planning.
Unsure which option to pick? Should you cross into a neighbouring country and come back, the extra 25 USD for multiple entry spares you a whole new application.
Required Documents and Passport Validity
Two uploads are enough to finish your application, though your passport deserves a check first. As the portal’s FAQ states, the e-visa’s validity must be at least 30 days shorter than your passport’s.
- Portrait photo: a recent shot measuring 4 × 6 cm, in JPG or JPEG format and under 2 MB. Face the camera straight, wear formal clothes, use a white background, and remove any hat or glasses.
- Passport data page: a single legible image of the data page, with no corners cut off.
No Vietnamese official source lists travel insurance, an onward ticket or proof of funds as a requirement; the entry conditions on the portal mention only a passport and a clean record under Article 21 of the entry law. Your airline may still apply rules of its own, so ask before you fly.
The form also asks about trips you have taken over the past year and any violation history from earlier entries. Declare both truthfully, because missing or false details can result in the e-visa being denied.
How to Apply for a Vietnam E-Visa from Pakistan
Everything happens online at https://evisa.gov.vn/ (or https://thithucdientu.gov.vn), and an application may be filed as early as one year before your planned entry. One condition applies from the outset: e-visas are issued to foreigners who are outside Vietnam, so apply before you travel rather than after you arrive.
Open the application form
Open the foreigner’s application form on the e-visa portal.
Enter your full name
Enter your full name in uppercase letters, matching the ICAO line in your passport exactly.
Attach your documents
Attach your portrait photo along with the passport data page.
Choose your border gates
Choose your entry and exit border gates from the list approved by the government.
Settle the fee
Settle the fee through the VietCombank payment portal.
Wait for your e-visa
Keep an eye on your email, since the e-visa should arrive within 3 to 15 working days.
Fill in every field in English, completely, accurately and honestly. Applications that contain dishonest information are denied by the Immigration Authority. Processing follows UTC+07:00, Vietnam’s time zone, something worth remembering when counting working days from Pakistan.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
A handful of avoidable errors lie behind most rejections and delays:
- Submitting a duplicate application. A second identical submission is treated as a fresh application; the money paid the first time is not returned, and should both be approved, both remain valid. In effect, you have paid twice.
- Choosing the incorrect border gates. An e-visa is valid only at the international gates you selected. Exiting through a different approved gate than the one used for entry is permitted.
- Providing answers that are incomplete or invalid. You will be asked by the department to correct them, and the processing clock restarts only once valid information has been received.
- Name format slips. What the portal demands is your full name, covering surname, middle name and given name, in uppercase letters and exactly as shown on the ICAO line of your passport.
- Applying from inside Vietnam. Only foreigners who are abroad qualify for e-visas.
- Getting into a panic over a payment that is pending. Updating the status may take as long as 2 hours.
- Undeclared past violations. Concealing a violation history from earlier entries can mean denial.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How much does a Vietnam e-visa cost for Pakistani citizens?
A single-entry e-visa costs 25 USD, while multiple entry costs 50 USD. Payment is made online through the VietCombank payment portal. Because the fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, go over your application carefully before paying.
For how long are Pakistani citizens allowed to stay in Vietnam with an e-visa?
Whether you opt for single or multiple entry, an e-visa remains valid for a maximum of 90 days. Bear the passport rule in mind: the e-visa’s validity must be at least 30 days shorter than your passport’s.
What is the processing time for a Vietnam e-visa for Pakistani passport holders?
Usually 3 working days following payment, provided your information is complete and valid. Where the Police Department needs to verify the application, up to 15 working days may be needed. Weekends and public holidays are not counted.
Are Pakistani citizens able to apply for a Vietnam e-visa while they are in Pakistan?
Yes, that is precisely how the process works. E-visas are granted to foreigners who are outside Vietnam, so you apply from Pakistan at https://evisa.gov.vn/ and the visa reaches you by email before you fly.
What period of passport validity is needed for a Vietnam e-visa application?
According to the portal’s FAQ, the e-visa’s validity must be at least 30 days shorter than your passport’s validity.
If my application is denied, is the Vietnam e-visa fee refundable?
No. Whether the visa is granted or denied, the fee serves as a processing charge and is non-refundable under any circumstances. Resolution No. 30/2016/QH14 is the source of that rule.
Which border gates are available for Pakistani e-visa holders to use when entering Vietnam?
Only the international border gates you selected on your application, drawn from the list approved by the government. Among them are airports such as Noi Bai, Tan Son Nhat and Da Nang, plus designated land and sea gates. You may exit through a different approved gate.
Are Pakistani citizens able to apply for a Vietnam e-visa before their trip?
Yes. As the portal’s FAQ states, an application can be submitted up to one year before your planned entry. Applying early leaves you a buffer should Police Department verification push processing to 15 working days.
Sources and Verification
- Viet Nam Immigration Department, e-visa application for foreigners – requirements for the portrait photo and the passport image (verified 2026-10-13)
- Vietnam National e-Visa Portal, published e-visa notices – charges, validity, processing times and payment (verified 2026-10-13)
- Vietnam National e-Visa Portal, FAQs – passport validity, name format, border gates and lead time (verified 2026-10-13)
- Government of Viet Nam e-newspaper – Resolution 127/NQ-CP on e-visas available to every nationality (verified 2026-10-13)
- Consular Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Viet Nam – details on visa exemptions (verified 2026-10-13)
- UK FCDO, Vietnam travel advice – entry requirements, among them the 45-day visa-free stay for British citizens (verified 2026-10-13)
