Do Children Need a Vietnam eVisa? Family & Minor Visa Guide

Overview

Traveling to Vietnam with children or minors requires careful preparation. Every child, regardless of age, must have their own eVisa to enter Vietnam. This includes infants, toddlers, and teenagers. The process is straightforward but requires specific documents and, in some cases, legal consent from parents or guardians.

Important: Children also need visa applications. Families or groups can apply for up to 15 passengers in a single application.

Who Qualifies as a Minor?

• Minor: Any traveler under 18 years of age
• Infant: Under 2 years
• Child: 2–12 years
• Teenager: 13–17 years

Vietnam immigration law treats all travelers under 18 as minors, requiring additional documentation and, in some cases, parental consent.

Vietnam Immigration Law for Minors

Vietnam's Immigration Act and regulations require that all minors entering the country have:

• A valid passport (at least 6 months validity)
• An individual eVisa (no sharing with parents)
• Proof of relationship to accompanying adults
• Parental consent if not traveling with both parents

Required Documents for Children

1. Valid Passport:
   • Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival
   • Each child must have their own passport
2. Recent Passport Photo:
   • Color, clear background, no hats/glasses
3. Birth Certificate:
   • Shows parentage/guardianship
   • English translation if not in English
4. Parental Consent Letter:
   • Required if traveling with one parent or a guardian
   • Notarized and signed by non-traveling parent(s)
5. Travel Itinerary:
   • Flight bookings, accommodation, group leader contact
6. Vaccination Records:
   • Yellow fever certificate if arriving from a risk country

Parental Consent & Guardianship

• Both Parents Traveling: No extra consent needed
• One Parent Traveling: Notarized consent letter from absent parent required
• Guardian/Non-parent: Legal guardianship documents and consent from both parents
• Adopted Children: Adoption papers and parental consent

Step-by-Step Application Process for Minors

1. Prepare Documents: Passport, photo, birth certificate, consent letter
2. Start Application: Go to Vietnam eVisa portal
3. Select Visa Type: Choose the appropriate tourist or business eVisa (90 days)
4. Complete Form: Enter child's details and upload documents
5. Pay Fees: Pay government and service fees
6. Submit Application: Receive reference number and track status
7. Print eVisa: Print approval letter for border control

Special Cases: Split Families, Adoption, and Guardians

• Split Families: Both parents' consent may be required
• Adoption: Adoption papers must be provided
• Guardians: Legal guardianship documents required

Traveling as a Group or with School Trips

• Groups can apply for up to 15 travelers in a single application
• Each child still needs their own eVisa
• School trips should have proper documentation and consent

Summary & Checklist

• Passport valid 6+ months for each child
• Individual eVisa application per child
• Birth certificate and consent letter if required
• Print each child's eVisa before travel