Vietnam Visa for Papua New Guinean Citizens: E-Visa Cost in Kina and Steps
Vietnam visa for papua new guinean citizens: you need a visa, usually the 90-day e-visa from $47 (approx. PGK 212). Kina prices, Port Moresby cut-offs.
Papua New Guinean citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for Vietnam, so the Vietnam visa for Papua New Guinean citizens is the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days and from $47 (approx. PGK 212) all-in through us for single entry. Papua New Guinea is on none of Vietnam's exemption lists, so a Papua New Guinean passport gets no visa-free stay. This page covers the e-visa, prices in Papua New Guinean kina, urgent cut-offs in Port Moresby time, the steps, documents, visa on arrival and the embassy. You can apply for your e-visa with us in about ten minutes.
Port Moresby is three hours ahead of Vietnam all year, so the Vietnamese working day starts at 11:00 on your clock and Same day closes at 17:15. The cut-off table below shows which speed is still open when you order.
Vietnam visa for Papua New Guinean citizens at a glance:
| Visa-free? | No |
| Usual visa | E-visa, up to 90 days, single or multiple entry |
| Price through us | From $47 (approx. PGK 212) single, $82 (approx. PGK 370) multiple |
| Same-day option | Order before 17:15 in Port Moresby, delivered by 21:00 |
| Passport | Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages |
Do Papua New Guinean citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. Papua New Guinean citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for any stay in Vietnam, and the e-visa is the usual route.
Papua New Guinea 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 claims a 90-day visa-free stay; the Ministry's table shows no exemption. For the general rules, see Do I need a visa for Vietnam?
Visa for Vietnam from Papua New Guinea: the e-visa
A visa for Vietnam from Papua New Guinea is nearly always the e-visa. It lets Papua New Guinean 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 Papua New Guinean 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 Papua New Guinea: e-visa cost in Papua New Guinean kina
A Vietnam e-visa costs $47 (approx. PGK 212) through us for single entry at Standard speed, government fee included. The table gives every speed per person, slowest first, with an approximate figure in Papua New Guinean kina.
Prices last updated: 2026-10-07. Papua New Guinean kina at 1 USD = 4.5094 PGK (xe.com, October 10, 2026). Your card is charged in USD and your bank converts it.
| Speed | Single entry | Multiple entry |
|---|---|---|
| Standard, 5 to 7 working days | $47 (approx. PGK 212) | $82 (approx. PGK 370) |
| 3 working days | $69 (approx. PGK 311) | $98 (approx. PGK 442) |
| 2 working days | $92 (approx. PGK 415) | $116 (approx. PGK 523) |
| 1 working day | $99 (approx. PGK 446) | $123 (approx. PGK 555) |
| Same day | $118 (approx. PGK 532) | $150 (approx. PGK 676) |
| Super Urgent | $169 (approx. PGK 762) | $212 (approx. PGK 956) |
| Emergency | $260 (approx. PGK 1,172) | $285 (approx. PGK 1,285) |
| Weekend and public holidays | $250 (approx. PGK 1,127) | $280 (approx. PGK 1,263) |
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 (approx. PGK 113), not refunded on refusal. Our full price table breaks down each price.
Vietnam visa for Papua New Guinean citizens: urgent cut-offs in Port Moresby time
Standard takes 5 to 7 working days. The urgent speeds use Vietnamese working days, which start at 8:00 in Vietnam, or 11:00 in Port Moresby.
| Order cut-off | Port Moresby time |
|---|---|
| Same day (Vietnam 14:15) | 17:15 |
| Super Urgent (Vietnam 15:30) | 18:30 |
| Emergency (Vietnam 17:30) | 20:30 |
| 1 working day (Vietnam 18:00) | 21:00 |
Example: you order on Tuesday at 12:00 in Port Moresby, which is 9:00 on Tuesday in Vietnam. Emergency arrives by 13:30, Super Urgent by 14:30 and Same day by 21:00, all in Port Moresby time. Ordered on Tuesday at 19:00 instead (16:00 in Vietnam), Emergency still arrives by 20:30, but Super Urgent and Same day have passed their cut-offs: Super Urgent arrives on Wednesday at 14:00 and Same day on Wednesday at 17:00.
The weekend window starts at Friday 21:00 in Port Moresby and ends on Sunday at 19:00. In that window, order the Weekend and public holidays speed before 18:20 and it arrives by 21:30 the same day. Our urgent e-visa page has every speed in Vietnam time.
How to apply from Papua New Guinea
You apply from Papua New Guinea 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 Papua New Guinean citizens
The Vietnam visa requirements for Papua New Guinean citizens match those for every e-visa applicant:
- Papua New Guinean 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 Papua New Guinean citizens
Papua New Guinean 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 Papua New Guinea
You do not need an embassy for an e-visa, which is issued online. Vietnam has an ambassador to Papua New Guinea; Vietnamese state media reported him presenting credentials in Port Moresby in August 2023.
Tips for Papua New Guinean travelers
Two points help Papua New Guinean travelers: ordering early enough in your day, and reading the kina figures.
Order earlier in the day
Because Port Moresby runs ahead of Vietnam, the urgent cut-offs fall in your afternoon and evening: Same day closes at 17:15 and Emergency at 20:30. An order placed in the evening can miss Same day and Super Urgent, so order earlier in the day.
Kina figures are a guide
The table shows approximate kina prices at the mid-market rate on October 10, 2026. Your bank converts at its own rate, so your statement can differ.
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 Papua New Guinean citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes, with an ordinary Papua New Guinean 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 Papua New Guinean 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 in Papua New Guinean kina?
On evisa.gov.vn the government fee is US$25 (approx. PGK 113) for single entry and US$50 (approx. PGK 225) 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 Port Moresby?
Yes, on a Vietnamese working day. Order Same day before 17:15 Port Moresby time for delivery by 21:00, or Emergency before 20:30 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 Papua New Guinea?
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.
