Chinese visa for Vietnamese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Vietnamese passport holders visiting China for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Vietnamese citizens to enter China for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | China e-visa for Vietnamese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | China visa on arrival for Vietnamese citizens | Not Available | |
China tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Vietnamese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in China.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from China.
If you are looking for China visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Vietnam, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of China nearest your place of residence.
- Hanoi: The Embassy of China in Hanoi, Vietnam (Working hours: Open now. Close in 4 hours 12 minutes)
- Danang: The Consulate General of China in Danang, Vietnam (Working hours: Open now. Close in 4 hours 12 minutes)
- Ho Chi Minh City: The Consulate General of China in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Working hours: Open now. Close in 4 hours 12 minutes)
China visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest China diplomatic mission offices to Vietnam for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Vietnam traveling to China from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Vietnam) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,420,016 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,324,438 | -6.73% |
| 2010 | 1,406,362 | 6.19% |
| 2011 | 1,379,054 | -1.94% |
| 2012 | 1,310,784 | -4.95% |
| 2013 | 1,365,400 | 4.17% |
| 2014 | 1,709,400 | 25.19% |
| 2015 | 2,160,800 | 26.41% |
| 2016 | 0 | -100.00% |
| 2017 | 0 | % |
| 2018 | 0 | % |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
China & Vietnam comparison
China's area is approximately 9,388,211 km2 (3,624,807 sq mi), while the area of Vietnam is approximately 310,070 km2 (119,718 sq mi). This means Vietnam is 30.28 times smaller than China.
As of April 2024, China's population is ~1.5 billion people - 1,360,895,523 more people than the population of Vietnam.
We have highlighted China & Vietnam’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| China | Vietnam | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 1,461,777,226 | 100,881,703 | 1.4 billion more people live in China than Vietnam |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 276 | 96 | China has 180 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Vietnam. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 37 | 21 | China passport holders can visit 16 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 344 | 107 | Chinese hosts 237 more foreign missions than Vietnam. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Vietnam travel to China in one year?
The number of visitors from Vietnam visiting China in 2018 was approximately 0.
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