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China visa for Vietnamese citizens
Entry requirement
Vietnamese citizens need a visa for China, obtained before travel.
- Where to apply
- 3 missions
- Visa guide
- China visa guide
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at vn.china-embassy.gov.cn
Which China visa?
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Duration of stay printed on the visa (short-stay visas allow up to 180 days per entry)
- Processing time
- Set by the mission or visa application centre where you apply
China’s official site for the tourist visa is consular.mfa.gov.cn. Processing time, as China states it: Set by the mission or visa application centre where you apply. Longest stay on the tourist visa: Duration of stay printed on the visa (short-stay visas allow up to 180 days per entry).
Chinese missions in Vietnam
- Embassy of China in Hanoi
Đường Hoàng Diệu 46, 10330 Hà Nội
- Consulate General of China in Ho Chi Minh City
Hai Bà Trưng 175, Ho Chi Minh City
- Consulate General of China in Da Nang
Lo 4-8 Tran Trong Khiem, Khue My, Ngu Hanh Son, Danang, Da Nang
All missions of China in Vietnam
China has 3 missions in Vietnam, with its embassy in Hanoi. Consulates: Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang.
Chinese citizens travelling to Vietnam
ChinaVietnam e-Visa Vietnam visa for citizens of China
Travel advice for China
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Vietnamese citizens planning a trip to China can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates China at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 18 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to China (updated 27 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for China (updated 27 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Vietnamese citizens can stay in China
How long Vietnamese citizens may stay in China is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How Vietnamese citizens apply
In Vietnam, applications go to the Chinese embassy in Hanoi and the consulates in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang, or to a visa centre acting for China; fees, documents and processing times are published by China.
China’s neighbours for Vietnamese citizens
Laos, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Myanmar and Kyrgyzstan admit Vietnamese citizens visa-free. Afghanistan and North Korea require Vietnamese citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Vietnam
Vietnam requires a visa from Chinese citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 90 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Vietnamese citizens need a visa for China?
Vietnamese citizens need a visa for China, obtained before travel.
Where is the Chinese embassy in Vietnam?
The Chinese embassy in Vietnam is in Hanoi; there are also consulates in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Vietnam requires a visa from Chinese citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 90 days.
Can Vietnamese citizens enter China visa-free?
No; Vietnamese citizens need a visa for China obtained in advance.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.