Vietnam Visa for Palauan Citizens: E-Visa Cost in US Dollars and Steps
Vietnam visa for palauan citizens: you need a visa, usually the 90-day e-visa from $47, paid in the US dollars you already use. Ngerulmud cut-offs and steps.
Palauan citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for Vietnam, so the Vietnam visa for Palauan citizens is the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days and from $47 all-in through us for single entry. Palau is on none of Vietnam's exemption lists, so a Palauan passport gets no visa-free stay. This page covers the e-visa, prices (already in your own currency), urgent cut-offs in Ngerulmud time, the steps, documents, visa on arrival and the embassy. You can apply for your e-visa with us in about ten minutes.
Ngerulmud is two hours ahead of Vietnam all year, so the Vietnamese working day starts at 10:00 on your clock and Same day closes at 16:15. The cut-off table below shows which speed is still open when you order.
Vietnam visa for Palauan citizens at a glance:
| Visa-free? | No |
| Usual visa | E-visa, up to 90 days, single or multiple entry |
| Price through us | From $47 single, $82 multiple |
| Same-day option | Order before 16:15 in Ngerulmud, delivered by 20:00 |
| Passport | Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages |
Do Palauan citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. Palauan citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for any stay in Vietnam, and the e-visa is the usual route.
Palau is not on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs exemption list (published June 30, 2025, checked October 2026), and it is not among the 12 countries added to the 45-day list by Resolution 229/NQ-CP, in force from August 15, 2025.
One lookup page says Palauans can stay 90 days without a visa, and another says only that an electronic authorization is needed; the Ministry's table shows no exemption. For the general rules, see Do I need a visa for Vietnam?
Visa for Vietnam from Palau: the e-visa
A visa for Vietnam from Palau is nearly always the e-visa. It lets Palauan citizens stay up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry, under Law 23/2023/QH15. It covers holidays, family visits and short business trips.
The Vietnam e-visa for Palauan passport holders works at any of 79 border gates: 15 international airports, 26 land border gates and 38 seaports (as of October 2026). You apply online, so there is no trip to a consulate, and you carry the approved PDF with your passport.
Vietnam visa Palau: e-visa cost in US dollars
A Vietnam e-visa costs $47 through us for single entry at Standard speed, government fee included. The table gives every speed per person, slowest first.
Prices last updated: 2026-10-07. Palau uses the US dollar as its currency, so every price below is already in your currency. Your card is charged in USD.
| Speed | Single entry | Multiple entry |
|---|---|---|
| Standard, 5 to 7 working days | $47 | $82 |
| 3 working days | $69 | $98 |
| 2 working days | $92 | $116 |
| 1 working day | $99 | $123 |
| Same day | $118 | $150 |
| Super Urgent | $169 | $212 |
| Emergency | $260 | $285 |
| Weekend and public holidays | $250 | $280 |
A 90-day e-visa costs no more than a 30-day one. We refund 100% if the e-visa is refused, unless the application had false information, or if it arrives after the delivery time shown at checkout. On evisa.gov.vn the government fee alone is US$25, not refunded on refusal. Our full price table breaks down each price.
Vietnam visa for Palauan citizens: urgent cut-offs in Ngerulmud time
Standard takes 5 to 7 working days. The urgent speeds use Vietnamese working days, which start at 8:00 in Vietnam, or 10:00 in Ngerulmud.
| Order cut-off | Ngerulmud time |
|---|---|
| Same day (Vietnam 14:15) | 16:15 |
| Super Urgent (Vietnam 15:30) | 17:30 |
| Emergency (Vietnam 17:30) | 19:30 |
| 1 working day (Vietnam 18:00) | 20:00 |
Example: you order on Tuesday at 11:00 in Ngerulmud, which is 9:00 on Tuesday in Vietnam. Emergency arrives by 12:30, Super Urgent by 13:30 and Same day by 20:00, all in Ngerulmud time. Ordered on Tuesday at 18:00 instead (16:00 in Vietnam), Emergency still arrives by 19:30, but Super Urgent and Same day have passed their cut-offs: Super Urgent arrives on Wednesday at 13:00 and Same day on Wednesday at 16:00.
The weekend window starts at Friday 20:00 in Ngerulmud and ends on Sunday at 18:00. In that window, order the Weekend and public holidays speed before 17:20 and it arrives by 20:30 the same day. Our urgent e-visa page has every speed in Vietnam time.
How to apply from Palau
You apply from Palau online, in three steps with us:
- Enter your details: Passport, travel dates, the airport or border gate you will use and your speed.
- Pay and add files: Pay by card, then upload your passport data page and a recent photo, straight away or later.
- Receive the e-visa: We check everything, submit it and email you the approved PDF.
You can also apply yourself on evisa.gov.vn with the same details. Our guide on how to apply walks through both.
Vietnam visa requirements for Palauan citizens
The Vietnam visa requirements for Palauan citizens match those for every e-visa applicant:
- Palauan passport: Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages.
- Passport data page: Full page in the frame, no glare on the code lines at the bottom.
- Portrait: Recent, facing forward, white background, no glasses.
- Trip details: Arrival and departure dates, entry and exit gates, first accommodation address.
- Card: Debit or credit card that works for overseas online payments.
Photo examples and the full checklist are on our e-visa requirements page.
Visa on arrival for Palauan citizens
Palauan citizens can use visa on arrival only when flying into Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang or Cam Ranh. You need an approval letter before you board and pay a $25 or $50 stamping fee at the airport.
It does not work for cruise ports or land borders. For most trips the e-visa is simpler; you can compare both when you choose a service.
Vietnam embassy in Palau
You do not need an embassy for an e-visa, which is issued online. For consular help, check the list of Vietnamese missions on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (mofa.gov.vn) for the one that covers Palau.
Tips for Palauan travelers
Two points help Palauan travelers: the US link that stops at the border, and ordering before your evening.
Freedom to enter the US does not carry over
Palauans can live and work in the United States under the Compact of Free Association, but that arrangement does not reach Vietnam. Vietnam looks only at the passport you show, and a Palau passport is on none of its exemption lists.
Cut-offs fall in your evening
Because Ngerulmud runs ahead of Vietnam, the urgent cut-offs fall in your afternoon and evening: Same day closes at 16:15 and Emergency at 19:30. An order placed in the evening can miss Same day and Super Urgent, so order earlier in the day.
eVisaVietnam.com is a private visa service operated by TK VIET NAM., JSC, not the Vietnamese government. You can apply yourself at evisa.gov.vn for US$25. If you want your files checked and a delivery time backed by a full refund, apply for your e-visa with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Palauan citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes, with an ordinary Palauan passport. Most apply online for the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days with single or multiple entry, and show the PDF with their passport at the border.
How long is the e-visa valid for Palauan citizens?
The e-visa allows a stay of up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry. You choose the entry type and travel dates on the form, and the e-visa does not cost more for 90 days than for 30.
How much is the Vietnam government fee for Palauan citizens?
On evisa.gov.vn the government fee is US$25 for single entry and US$50 for multiple entry, charged in US dollars. It is not refunded if the e-visa is refused.
Can I get a Vietnam visa today in Ngerulmud?
Yes, on a Vietnamese working day. Order Same day before 16:15 Ngerulmud time for delivery by 20:00, or Emergency before 19:30 for delivery 1.5 working hours later. After those cut-offs, order 1 working day.
Can I use the e-visa for a business trip from Palau?
Yes, for short business visits such as meetings or conferences, within the 90-day limit. Employment in Vietnam is outside what the e-visa covers.
