Vietnam visa for Uzbekistan citizens 2026: 90 days E-visa & Fees

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As 2026 , all Uzbekistan citizens require a valid visa to enter Vietnam. The positive development is that Uzbek passport holders have three practical pathways available: the Vietnam e-visa (EVISA), a visa on arrival with a pre-approved letter, and a traditional visa sticker issued at the Vietnamese Embassy in Tashkent.

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Do Uzbekistan citizens need a visa to travel to Vietnam?

Yes, Uzbekistan is not on Vietnam’s visa exemption list ^[1], meaning a valid visa is mandatory for all purposes of entry without exception. This applies whether you are traveling to Vietnam for tourism, business, investment, family visits, or journalism. There is currently no bilateral visa-free agreement between the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and the Republic of Uzbekistan.

The only recognized exception involves overseas Vietnamese (Viet Kieu) currently residing in Uzbekistan, along with their registered spouses and children. These individuals may apply for a 5-year visa exemption certificate through the Vietnamese Embassy in Tashkent, granting them multiple entries without a standard visa. All other Uzbek passport holders must secure a visa through one of the three approved channels before or upon arrival.

A point our advisory team consistently flags for first-time Uzbek travelers: holding an existing Schengen visa, US visa, or any other third-country visa does not grant any travel privileges into Vietnam. The Vietnam entry requirement for Uzbekistan citizens is entirely independent, and each application must be completed in full regardless of your other travel documents.

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Types of Vietnam visa for Uzbek passport holders

Uzbek citizens can choose from three distinct visa options, each carrying different requirements, maximum stay allowances, and entry port restrictions. Understanding these differences at the outset will save you from unnecessary delays and additional costs.

• The Vietnam e-visa is currently the most practical and widely recommended option for Uzbekistani travelers. It is issued entirely online through the official Vietnam e-visa portal operated by the Vietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is legally accepted at all international entry ports, and allows a continuous stay of up to 90 days per entry, the longest single-stay option available without embassy involvement.
• Visa on arrival requires obtaining a pre-approved visa approval letter from a licensed agency before you depart Uzbekistan. You present this letter at the Vietnam airport immigration counter to receive a physical visa stamp. This option is restricted to international airports only and carries a shorter maximum stay of 30 days.
• Embassy visa is processed in person or by mail at the Vietnamese Embassy in Tashkent. This channel is suited for travelers requiring special visa categories, investor, journalist, or long-term business visas, or those who prefer a physical stamp before departure rather than a digital document.

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How to apply for a Vietnam e-visa from Uzbekistan

The Vietnam e-visa application is processed exclusively through the official government portal at https://evisa.gov.vn/  (administered by the Vietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs.) or https://evisa.vnhub.com/,

Based on our direct advisory work with Uzbek nationals over many years, this channel consistently delivers the smoothest, most transparent experience, particularly for those applying for a Vietnam tourist visa for the first time.

Step-by-step EVISA application process:

1. Access the official EVISA Vietnam portal at evisa.gov.vn or evisa.vnhub.com/ 
2. Select Uzbekistan as your nationality
3. Enter all personal details exactly as they appear in your Uzbek passport, pay particular attention to name spelling and birth date format
4. Upload a valid passport-style photograph and a clear scanned copy of your passport bio-data page
5. Choose your visa type: single entry or multiple entry, and input your planned entry date
6. Pay the government fee: $25 USD for single entry, $50 USD for multiple entry
7. Receive your approved e-visa as a PDF document to your registered email address within 3–7 business days

Required documents for the Vietnam e-visa from Uzbekistan:

• Uzbek passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity from your intended entry date
• Minimum 2 blank visa pages in the passport
• Recent passport-style photograph: white or light background, full frontal face, no eyeglasses
• High-resolution scanned copy of the passport bio-data page, no shadows, glare, or cropping
• Valid email address for document delivery
• Credit or debit card accepted for international online payments

One of the most common causes of rejection or delay we observe in Uzbek e-visa applications is an inconsistency between the name on the application form and the name in the passport. Uzbek names occasionally differ in transliteration order between Uzbek-language and English-language documents, always cross-reference your passport’s English transliteration before submitting.

An important security warning: A significant number of fraudulent websites have been designed to closely mimic the appearance of the official Vietnam e-visa portal. These sites either charge inflated fees for a service you can access directly through the government, or they harvest your passport data.

Always confirm you are on evisa.gov.vn or evisa.vnhub.com, any other domain offering a “Vietnam e-visa” for Uzbekistan citizens is either an unauthorized commercial agent or a scam. Tan Van Lang strongly advises Uzbekistani applicants to type the URL directly rather than clicking on paid advertisements in search results.

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Vietnam visa on arrival for Uzbekistani travelers

Vietnam visa on arrival is a valid option for Uzbek passport holders, but the name frequently misleads travelers. You cannot simply arrive at a Vietnam airport and request a visa without prior arrangement. A visa approval letter issued by a licensed Vietnamese immigration agency must be in your possession before you board your flight, without it, airline check-in staff at Tashkent airport may refuse to allow you to board.

How the visa on arrival process works for Uzbek travelers:

1. Submit your passport details to a licensed Vietnam visa agency
2. The agency coordinates with Vietnam’s Department of Immigration to obtain your approval letter
3. You receive the approval letter by email within 2–5 business days
4. Print the letter and carry it with you, along with two passport-sized photographs and cash in USD for the stamp fee
5. At the Vietnam airport immigration counter, present your approval letter, passport, and photos
6. Immigration officers verify your documents and affix the physical visa stamp to your passport

The total cost for visa on arrival involves two separate charges: An agency fee for the approval letter, and a visa stamp fee paid in cash at the Vietnam airport (currently $25 USD for single entry or $50 USD for multiple entry). This two-fee structure catches many Uzbek travelers unprepared if they have not read the process carefully before departure.

Visa on arrival is strictly limited to international airports in Vietnam. If your travel plans involve entering Vietnam overland from Cambodia, Laos, or China, or via a seaport, this option is entirely unavailable to you. In that case, the Vietnam e-visa or an embassy-issued sticker visa is the correct choice.

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Vietnam visa fees and processing time for Uzbekistan nationals

Visa costs differ by application channel, visa duration, entry type, and urgency. The tables below reflect current fee structures for Uzbek nationals under each available method ^[2].

Vietnam e-visa, official government fee schedule:

Visa on arrival fees above do not include the stamp fee ($25–$50 USD) paid separately at the Vietnam airport.

Drawing on our consulting practice, we advise all Uzbekistani travelers to submit their Vietnam visa application at least two full weeks before departure under normal circumstances. If your travel date is imminent, emergency fast-track processing is available through Tan Van Lang, contact us directly for priority handling.

One factor that is consistently underestimated: Vietnam public holidays pause all immigration processing. During Tet (Vietnamese Lunar New Year, typically late January to mid-February), Labor Day (May 1), Liberation Day (April 30), and National Day (September 2), visa applications submitted just before the holiday window will experience delays. Factor these dates into your planning, especially for Tashkent to Vietnam travel between January and May.

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Vietnam visa validity and length of stay for Uzbekistan citizens

The distinction between visa validity and permitted length of stay is one of the most critical points in Vietnam immigration for Uzbek travelers, and one of the most frequently confused. Overstaying your permitted period of stay, even by a single day, results in fines, potential deportation, and re-entry bans ranging from six months to three years.

Visa validity = the date range within which you are permitted to enter Vietnam.

Length of stay = the maximum number of days you may remain inside Vietnam after each entry.

If you enter Vietnam on a single-entry visa and later decide you want to stay longer, you will need to apply for an extension through a licensed immigration service, there is no automatic renewal. Applications are assessed individually, and approval is not guaranteed.

Temporary residence registration is a legal obligation that many Uzbek visitors overlook entirely. Vietnamese law requires all foreign nationals to register their temporary place of residence with local police within 24 hours of arrival.

Hotels and licensed guesthouses complete this registration automatically and submit it on your behalf. If you are staying in a private apartment or informal accommodation, ensure your host is aware of and fulfilling this legal requirement, failure to comply can complicate your departure or future visa applications.

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