Family trips to Vietnam should start with one question: does every traveler—including babies—need their own eVisa? In most cases the answer is yes. Holidays fail at check-in when parents assume children are covered by an adult’s approval. This 2026 guide covers minors, guardians, group applications, and document tips so your whole family boards together.
We are a private visa assistance service—not the Government of Vietnam. We help families prepare complete applications; we do not issue visas or replace official government filing options.
Does my child need a separate eVisa?
If your child has their own passport, they typically need their own eVisa, including infants. Lap infants on tickets may still need immigration authorization depending on nationality—never guess at the airport.
Exceptions are rare and tied to specific bilateral agreements, not general tourism. Confirm on /check-requirement for the child’s passport country.
One application, multiple passengers
Our /apply flow supports group submissions (up to 15 travelers in one payment session). Benefits:
- Single checkout for government + service fees
- Shared contact email for family updates
- Consistent entry port and dates across the group
Each passenger still uploads individual passport scans and portraits.
Documents per child
Prepare for every minor:
| Document | Notes |
|---|---|
| Passport bio scan | Full page, colour, no fingers covering edges |
| Portrait photo | Plain background, eyes open; avoid pacifiers in frame when possible |
| Guardian details | Parent names matching passports |
| Travel dates | Align with adults—mixed dates confuse airlines |
Baby photos: lay the infant on a white sheet in even light, or use a studio that shoots infant passport photos. Technical rules match adults in /blog/vietnam-evisa-photo-requirements-2026.
Guardianship and consent
Vietnam eVisa forms focus on applicant data, not lengthy custody affidavits, but you should carry:
- Birth certificate copy (recommended if surnames differ)
- Consent letter if one parent travels alone with a child (airlines often require this regardless of visa)
- Custody court orders if applicable
Immigration may question adults who are not parents—verify airline policies separately.
Matching entry ports and visa type
All family members should use the same entry port and same visa category unless someone has a different passport nationality with different options. Mismatched ports cause one family member to be delayed while others pass.
See /blog/vietnam-evisa-approved-entry-ports-2026 and /faq/vietnam-evisa-entry-points.
Fees for children
Government fees mirror adult pricing by visa type ($55 single / $80 multiple)—not half price because the traveler is small. Service fee is $59.99 per passenger. View the combined total on /fees during group apply.
Processing time for groups
Authorities review passengers sequentially or in parallel depending on volume. If one child’s photo fails validation, the group email may request a fix—respond quickly. Read /blog/vietnam-evisa-processing-time-2026 and apply at least one week before departure with kids.
Special cases
- Newborn passport issued days before travel: triple-check MRZ prints correctly
- Dual citizenship: apply with the passport you will show entering Vietnam
- School group: each student needs an individual visa; airlines may want school letters
- Adopted children: passport name must match the application exactly
After approval
- Print one copy per person (airline staff sometimes ask)
- Save PDFs in offline phone storage
- Screenshot approval codes in case email filters block messages
Related guides
- /faq/family-group-vietnam-evisa
- /blog/vietnam-evisa-common-mistakes-2026
- /blog/vietnam-evisa-requirements-guide-2026
Frequently asked questions
Does a baby need a Vietnam eVisa?
With their own passport, usually yes. Confirm on /check-requirement.
Can the whole family apply together?
Yes—up to 15 passengers in one session on many flows, with individual uploads per traveler.
Are child fees cheaper?
Government fees follow visa type ($55 / $80), not age. Check /fees and checkout for your group total.
What should parents carry at the border?
Printed eVisas, passports, and supporting documents if names or guardianship differ.
Start a family group application when every passport and photo is ready.
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