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China passport to Vietnam
The matrix records an eVisa track for Chinese passports to Vietnam. Apply on the immigration site before travel. Port rules and stay length move. Snapshot 2026-10.
Short answer: China passport holders need an eVisa for Vietnam, applied for online before travel.
The approval must match the passport exactly. Not every port accepts eVisa — check the airport before you book. A tourist eVisa does not convert to work.
Snapshot 2026-10 · This week · Passport-index source
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Key facts
- Vietnam lets 39 of 198 passports in without a prior visa — China is not one of them.
- China passports get “eVisa” at 37 of 198 destinations.
- In the other direction, Vietnam passports get “Visa required” in China.
Nearby passports travelling to Vietnam
Open to China passports near Vietnam
Before you fly
- Remaining validityOften 6 months’ validity remaining
- Blank visa pagesAbout 2 blank visa pages
- Photo spec40 × 60 mm
Flights, eSIM and insurance are third-party. Visatu does not take payment.
Flight corridor
Direct flights
ChinaVietnam- Typical duration
- 1.7 hours
- From
- CAN · PVG · PEK
- To
- DAD · HAN · SGN
Airlines Vietnam Airlines, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines
Search live faresDuration is a great-circle estimate between main airports. Direct corridors come from the OpenFlights public snapshot — check the carrier or Google Flights for times and prices.
China
Country profile
Capital
Beijing
Population
1.41 billion
Area
9,596,960 km²
Currency
Chinese yuan CNY
Languages
Chinese
Time zone
UTC+08:00
Foreign-born
1.6 million · 2024
Migrant share
0.1%
Ethnic groups · 2021
- Han Chinese91.1%
- ethnic minorities8.9%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Vietnam
Country profile
Capital
Hanoi
Population
101.3 million
Area
329,560 km²
Currency
Vietnamese đồng VND
Languages
Vietnamese
Time zone
UTC+07:00
Foreign-born
326,418 · 2024
Migrant share
0.3%
Ethnic groups · 2019
- Kinh85.3%
- other5.5%
- Tay1.9%
- Thai1.9%
- Muong1.5%
- Khmer1.4%
- Other2.5%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Travel notes
Plug
Type A
Mains
230 V · 50 Hz
Driving
Right
Emergency
Police 113 · Ambulance 115
Dialing code
+84
Airports
SGN · HAN · DAD · CXR
Highlights
- Ha Long Bay
- Hoi An
- Hoan Kiem Lake
- Saigon Central Post Office
China · eVisa
FAQ
Does a China passport need a visa for Vietnam?
The matrix records an eVisa track for Chinese passports to Vietnam. Apply on the immigration site before travel. Port rules and stay length move.
How long can you stay?
No single stay length is recorded. Check Vietnam immigration or a mission.
Passport validity and blank pages?
Vietnam typically wants about 6 months’ remaining validity and 2 blank visa pages. Photo spec is often 40 × 60 mm. Confirm with a Vietnam mission.
What about a Vietnam passport entering China?
The reverse result is “Visa required”.
Does Vietnam still do visa on arrival?
On-arrival windows have narrowed. Most travellers use eVisa. Do not assume the airport can issue a visa without approval.
How do you apply for Vietnam as a visitor?
eVisa：Single or multiple entry, often 90 days。Upload passport and photo on the national eVisa site; print or save the QR code.