How to Fill In the NA1 Form for a Vietnam Visa on Arrival 2026: Field-by-Field Guide
The NA1 form is the Vietnam visa application form that you hand in at the visa-on-arrival counter, together with your passport, visa approval letter, photos and the USD 25 stamping fee. Filling it in before you land saves time at the counter and avoids mistakes. This guide explains who needs the form, what each part asks for, the photo rules and what to bring.
We are a private visa service, not the Vietnamese government. Rules below were confirmed by our operations team in November 2026.
Do you need the NA1 form?
| Your visa | Need the NA1 form? |
|---|---|
| Visa on arrival (approval letter) | Yes. Hand it in at the visa-on-arrival counter |
| Visa applied for at a Vietnamese embassy or consulate | Usually yes, when you apply at the office |
| Vietnam e-visa | No. Go straight to passport control |
| Chinese mainland e-passport with an e-visa | Yes. Bring it with 1 photo to the visa-on-arrival counter, where the e-visa is converted to a loose-leaf visa free of charge |
| Visa-exempt traveller | No |
A Vietnam visa on arrival today is a 15-day, single-entry visa. If you need a longer stay or more than one entry, apply for an e-visa instead (up to 90 days, single or multiple entry).
Before you start
- Print the form and fill it in by hand, in English, in capital letters. Forms are also available at the counter, but filling one in there adds to your waiting time.
- Use your passport as the source for names, numbers and dates, exactly as written there.
- Have your approval letter ready, because the entry date, length of stay and type of visa must match it.
- One form per traveller. A child with their own passport needs their own form and photo.
Photo rules
- 1 photo attached to the form, plus 1 spare photo
- Recent, in colour, white or blue background
- Looking straight at the camera, no glasses, no hat
- Size 4 × 6 cm is the safe choice
Filling in the form, section by section
| Section of the form | What to write |
|---|---|
| Full name | As in your passport, in capital letters. Surname and given names in the same order as the passport |
| Sex, date and place of birth | As in your passport. Dates as day/month/year |
| Nationality | Your current nationality as shown in your passport. If asked, also your nationality at birth |
| Religion, occupation, employer | Short answers in English. Write “None” for religion if it does not apply |
| Permanent address | Your home address |
| Family members | Optional for most tourists; you can fill in a contact person for emergencies |
| Passport details | Passport number, type, issuing authority and expiry date |
| Last entry into Vietnam | The date of your previous visit, if any |
| Intended date of entry and length of stay | As on your approval letter. The visa on arrival allows up to 15 days |
| Purpose of entry | “Tourism” for a tourist trip |
| Address in Vietnam | Hotel name and address, or your host’s address |
| Sponsoring organisation | Leave blank for a tourist visa on arrival |
| Accompanying children under 14 | Only children listed in your own passport. A child with their own passport needs a separate form |
| Visa requested | Single entry, with the dates shown on your approval letter |
| Other requests | Leave blank unless you have one |
| Signature | Sign and write your full name and the date |
Check every line before you sign. A mistake on the form can lead to a mistake on your visa, and visa details are much harder to correct after passport control.
What to bring to the visa-on-arrival counter
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Passport | Original, valid for at least 6 months from the entry date, with blank pages |
| Visa approval letter | Printed copy |
| NA1 form | Filled in, with 1 photo attached |
| Spare photo | 1 photo, same rules as above |
| Stamping fee | USD 25 per person in cash, ideally in small notes |
At the counter, hand in the documents, pay the fee when asked, wait for your name, then check the visa: name, date of birth, passport number and dates. Read every step in our Vietnam visa on arrival guide.
Chinese mainland e-passports: Vietnam does not stamp visas into Chinese e-passports that print the nine-dash line map. You receive a separate 15-day, single-entry loose-leaf visa at the counter instead, for the same USD 25 fee.
Common NA1 mistakes
- Name in the wrong order or with an extra English name that is not in the passport.
- Length of stay longer than 15 days. The visa on arrival is for up to 15 days.
- Multiple entry selected. The visa on arrival is single entry only.
- Missing photo, or a photo with glasses or a coloured background.
- No signature.
Don’t have an approval letter yet?
You cannot get a visa on arrival without an approval letter, and airlines check it at check-in. Apply for your approval letter online: from 4 working days to 4 working hours, paid by PayPal or Alipay. See the prices on our Vietnam visa fees page.
FAQ
Do I need the NA1 form for a Vietnam e-visa?
No. With an e-visa you go straight to passport control (except Chinese mainland e-passports, see above). The NA1 form is for the visa on arrival.
Can I fill in the NA1 form online?
The form is printed and filled in by hand. Download the PDF, print it and fill it in before your flight.
How many photos do I need?
Two: 1 attached to the NA1 form and 1 spare.
Can I fill in the form at the airport?
Yes, forms are available at the visa-on-arrival counter, but you will wait longer. Bring your own pen.
Does my child need a separate form?
Yes, if your child has their own passport. A child listed in your passport goes in the children section of your form.
Rules confirmed by our operations team in November 2026.
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