Independent visa-handling service. Vietnam Visa by BDA is not affiliated with the Vietnamese government.

Yes, you need a visa. Taiwan is not on Vietnam's visa-exemption list, but since Resolution 127/NQ-CP (effective 15 August 2023) opened the eVisa to citizens of all countries and territories, Taiwanese travelers can apply online just like everyone else. For around 99% of Taiwanese visitors, the eVisa is the right choice.

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Do Taiwan Citizens Need a Visa for Vietnam?

Yes. Taiwan ROC passport holders are not visa-exempt, unlike Japanese, South Korean, or major EU passport holders. You need a visa for tourism, business, or family visits. The eVisa is the simplest route and is the focus of this page. Three narrow exemptions can apply:

  • Phu Quoc Island: 30 days visa-free for direct arrivals by air or sea, staying only on the island, with proof of onward travel within 30 days and a passport valid 6+ months.
  • APEC Business Travel Card holders: up to 90 days visa-free for business, as Taiwan is an APEC economy.
  • 5-year Certificate of Visa Exemption for overseas Vietnamese living in Taiwan and their spouses or children (up to 6 months per visit).

Why the eVisa Is the Right Choice

The Vietnam eVisa is an electronic visa issued by Vietnam's Immigration Department and emailed to you as a PDF. No embassy visit and no visa-on-arrival queue. For Taiwanese travelers it offers:

  • Up to 90 days validity, single or multiple entry.
  • Acceptance at all 83 designated entry points: 17 airports, 27 land borders, and 39 seaports.
  • One simple online process, with the same document covering tourism and short business.

You can apply yourself at the official portal, evisa.gov.vn, or let us take care of the whole application for a small service fee. The government fee is identical either way; our value is reviewing every field before submission, fixing errors, offering faster processing, and giving you a real person to contact. Sticker visas are also available from the Vietnam Economic and Cultural Office (VECO) in Taipei, but they are slower and offer no advantage over the eVisa for tourism or short business.

Requirements for Taiwanese Applicants

  • A Taiwan ROC passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned exit, with at least two blank pages. Your passport should show your national ID number so it is treated as an ordinary passport.
  • A clear scan of your passport bio page, all four corners visible.
  • A passport-style portrait photo: 4x6 cm, white background, no glasses, neutral expression (no smile), taken within the last 6 months.
  • Your travel dates and intended entry and exit points.
  • An email address to receive your eVisa and a card to pay the fee.

Cost: What Taiwan Citizens Pay

OptionValidityOur fee (per applicant)
1 Month Single Entry30 days from arrival$54
1 Month Multiple Entry30 days from arrival$84
3 Month Single Entry90 days from arrival$94
3 Month Multiple Entry90 days from arrival$104

All prices include the Vietnam Immigration Department's stamp fee. The official government fee is USD 25 (single) or USD 50 (multiple) and is non-refundable even if rejected. See the full fee breakdown and currency estimator →

Processing Times

  • Normal: 5 to 10 business days.
  • Urgent: 2 business days (+$45 per applicant).
  • Super Urgent: 1 business day (+$85 per applicant).

Times start when our team submits to Immigration, usually within 2 hours of payment during office hours (08:00 to 21:00 GMT+7). Apply at least 10 days to 2 weeks ahead, and add a buffer around Tet and other Vietnamese holidays, when the Immigration Department is closed and expedited processing is unavailable.

Single vs Multiple Entry

Single entry covers a straight in-and-out trip. Multiple entry lets you re-enter unlimited times within the 90-day window, which is ideal if you are combining Vietnam with Cambodia, Laos, or Thailand, or flying in and out for business. The validity is the same for both; multiple entry only adds the ability to return, so the small extra cost often pays for itself if you would otherwise need a second visa.

Photo Requirements

  • Portrait photo, 4x6 cm, color, JPG or JPEG, taken within the last 6 months.
  • Plain white background, no shadows or patterns.
  • Face straight to camera, neutral expression with mouth closed (no smile).
  • No glasses (even prescription) unless medically required, no hats unless religious.
  • A full bio-page scan with no cropped corners.

The portal runs an automated face-match between your portrait and passport photo. Matching your pose and expression to the passport helps avoid auto-rejection, and our team checks this for you before filing.

How to Apply, Step by Step

  1. Open our application form.
  2. Choose your visa type, processing speed, and number of applicants (up to 10 per order).
  3. Enter trip details: nationality (Taiwan), entry point, arrival date, and contact email.
  4. Add each applicant's details exactly as printed on the passport.
  5. Review, pay, and submit. We review within 2 hours and file after any corrections.
  6. Receive your eVisa PDF by email. Print it in color and bring it with your passport.

See the full walkthrough on our How to Apply page.

Where Taiwan Citizens Typically Arrive

All of these accept the eVisa:

  • Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), Ho Chi Minh City and Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), Hanoi: direct flights from Taipei (TPE) and Kaohsiung.
  • Da Nang International Airport (DAD): central Vietnam, for Hoi An and Hue.
  • Cam Ranh International Airport (CXR): for Nha Trang beach holidays.
  • Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC): for the island, with the 30-day visa-free option for direct arrivals.

Common Questions From Taiwanese Applicants

What do I put as my nationality on the form?

Select "Taiwan." Vietnam's eVisa system accepts Taiwan ROC passport holders under the policy covering citizens of all countries and territories. Enter your name and passport number exactly as printed.

Is my stay counted from arrival or from the visa date?

From the entry date you nominate, and the count includes both the arrival and the departure day. A 30-day visa entered on the 1st expires at the end of the 30th, not the 31st. Request the full window you might need, since officers issue the duration you ask for.

Can I extend my eVisa from inside Vietnam?

Not for tourism. To stay longer you exit and re-enter on a fresh eVisa. If you expect a long or complex stay, a sticker visa from VECO Taipei with a Vietnamese sponsor may suit you better; we are happy to point you in the right direction.

I am only going to Phu Quoc. Do I still need an eVisa?

Not strictly, if you arrive directly, stay only on Phu Quoc, and leave within 30 days. But if a flight change or emergency could send you to the mainland, an eVisa is cheap insurance. Many travelers get one anyway.

My eVisa was denied. What now?

If we identify a problem before submission, we refund in full and suggest alternatives. If an application is denied after submission, we refund the full amount you paid us. See our Terms and Conditions.

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