Passport 6 Month Rule Asia
Passport validity rules for Vietnam
Vietnam strictly enforces the 6-month passport rule. Airlines won't let you check in if you're short — even by a day.
The rule
6 months beyond entry, with at least 1 blank page.
Vietnam check
Can I travel to Vietnam?
6 months beyond entry, with at least 1 blank page.
Enter your passport dates above to see if you're good to go.
Planning Vietnam? Sorted.
AffiliateRenew on time, get insured, find a cheap flight. Affiliate partners we use ourselves.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need 6 months on my passport for Vietnam?
- Yes. Vietnam requires at least 6 months of passport validity from your date of entry. The rule is enforced by airlines at check-in.
- Do I need a visa for Vietnam?
- Most travellers need an e-Visa from the Vietnamese government's official portal. UK passport holders get 45-day visa-free entry, but the 6-month rule still applies.
- Do I need blank pages?
- Yes — at least 1 blank page for the entry stamp and any visa sticker.
- Is the rule the same at land borders?
- Yes. Whether you arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang or cross overland from Cambodia or Laos, the 6-month rule applies.
Related reading
The 6-month rule, explained
Why countries enforce it and how to tell if you meet it.
The "six-month club" countries
Full list of countries that strictly enforce the rule.
What happens if you're short
Denied boarding, refused entry — the real consequences.
Airlines vs border guards
Why your airline can refuse you boarding even when the country wouldn't.
All passport rules by country →
Browse every destination in one list.
Free weekly newsletter
Get weekly passport & travel-rule tips
Free weekly email. Country rule changes, renewal speed alerts, and the best travel deals — straight to your inbox.
No spam. Unsubscribe any time. We never share your email.
Never wonder again
Store your passport once and we'll check it against every country's rule — plus remind you before it expires.