Yes, there are some specific visa requirements and visa exemptions for tourists when visiting Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos. In general, three countries all accept visa exemption for citizens of ASEAN nations, together with some specific exceptions below:
- Vietnam: Citizens from Chile, Panama, Kyrgyzstan, Belarus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Norway, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom (Not applicable to BNO).
- Laos: Citizens of Japan, Korea, Russia, Luxembourg, and Switzerland.
- Cambodia: Citizens of Belarus, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, China, Cuba, Ecuador, Hungary, India, Iran, Japan, Mongolia, Peru, Russia, Seychelles, Singapore, Slovakia, and South Korea.
There are also 2 common types of visa with different fees for travelers, which are Visa On Arrival and e-Visa.
- In Vietnam: VOA costs around US $20 - 40, and e-Visa is about US $45.
- In Laos: VOA takes US $30 - 50, e-Visa might take US $45.
- In Cambodia: VOA goes US $30, and e-Visa ranges from US $36 - 42.
You should prepare the following things when making a visa online:
- Clearly scanned file of a passport
- Photographs that are not taken from passport (size 4x6, no glass-wear)
- Provide date of entry and port of entry
- A fee corresponding to the type of visa you choose
If you want to get a proper visa for an Indochina tour, feel free to contact us for more information and support.