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EU nationals and Asian nationals can travel to Vietnam visa-free. Nationals from the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, Austria and others require a visa – please check if you are unsure. Your passport must be valid for at least six months. For visa-free entry, a printed return ticket should be carried and presented upon entry. Travelers should check at the time of entry whether they have received an entry stamp with the validity date. Otherwise, a fine may apply upon departure.
The e-visa can be applied for here: https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/trang-chu-ttdt
- Sun hat or cap
- Scarf or neckerchief
- Motorcycle helmet
- Spine/back protector
- Motorcycle boots
- Thin socks for warm climates
- Sunscreen (UV 30-50 protection) / Lip balm (UV 30-50 protection)
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses, close-fitting
- Spare batteries for electronic devices
- Personal or specific medications
- Lightweight summer motorcycle gloves
- Antibacterial hand spray or gel
- Well-ventilated motorcycle pants
- Well-ventilated motorcycle jacket
- Lightweight rain cover
- Small backpack for essentials when visiting sights
- Lip balm (UV 30-50 protection)
- Take at least US$ 100 in small denominations (US$ 5 or 10 bills).
Additional money in € to exchange locally.- For expenses after arrival. EUR and US$ can be exchanged in Hanoi.
- Proof of international health insurance including the emergency contact number
- Proof of evacuation/repatriation insurance.
- Travel cancellation insurance
- This covers the cost of the trip if it cannot be taken, for example, due to a Covid infection. Highly recommended to book.
- Debit card based on the Maestro system. In addition, at least one credit card, preferably MasterCard/Visa.
- International driver’s license.
- Motorcycle deposit: €500 (in cash).
Type C sockets are commonly used in Vietnam. However, there are also Type A and G sockets (with two and three flat pins) that are not compatible with many European electrical plugs. Therefore, a power adapter is recommended for travelers as a precaution.