Which Vietnam Airports Need the Digital Arrival Card?

Last verified: 3 October 2026 · Independent guide · Not affiliated with any government

Vietnam's digital pre-arrival declaration began at Ho Chi Minh City on 15 April 2026 and by June 2026 covered the country's five busiest international airports.

Who this is for: travellers checking whether their arrival airport uses the declaration.

Open the official Vietnam pre-arrival declaration form →prearrival.immigration.gov.vn · Vietnam Immigration Department · Free

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Airports using the declaration

AirportCity
Tan Son Nhat (SGN)Ho Chi Minh City — first, from 15 April 2026
Noi Bai (HAN)Hanoi
Da Nang (DAD)Da Nang
Nha Trang (Cam Ranh, CXR)Nha Trang
Phu Quoc (PQC)Phu Quoc island

Source: notice published 25 June 2026. Coverage may expand — check the official portal before you fly.

When to submit

Up to 3 days before arrival, or on arrival. Submitting in advance avoids filling it in the queue.

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Frequently asked questions

Which Vietnam airports require the pre-arrival declaration?

As of June 2026: Noi Bai (Hanoi), Tan Son Nhat (Ho Chi Minh City), Da Nang, Nha Trang and Phu Quoc.

When did it start?

15 April 2026, at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City.

Do I need it at other airports or land borders?

The 2026 rollout covered these major airports. Check the official portal before travel, as coverage may expand.

Official sources

Fill official Vietnam declaration (free) →