Travel to Vietnam from Spain is now easy and interesting. Glorious history and unique Oriental culture combined with spectacular natural wonders and welcoming people make Vietnam one of top picks tourist destinations in Southeast Asia. The convenience of visa policy and transportation attract a large number of Spanish visitors to our country every year.
Before traveling to Vietnam, make sure that your passport must be valid for six months beyond your travel date to Vietnam and you must have at least one blank visa page.
If your stay in Vietnam is less than 15 days, you don’t need to obtain a visa to Vietnam.
If you stay in Vietnam for more than 15 days, a visa to Vietnam is required to enter and exit Vietnam at three main international airports in Hanoi, Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City. Multiple-entry visa is required if you re-enter Vietnam during the tour (for example, visit Vietnam and Cambodia then return to Vietnam).
You can apply for Vietnam visa yourselves at Vietnam embassy in Spain:
C/ Arturo Soria 201, 1-AyB 28043 – Madrid, Spain
Tel: (3491) 510 2867
Fax: (3491) 415 7067
We would be happy to obtain Vietnam visa on arrival and pre-approval letter for you free of charge. You will receive your Approval letter before traveling to Vietnam, which will save a lot of time. Send us the information listed below, and we will have your letter in 2 working days or less:
You can fly from Barcelona (BNC) or Madrid (MAD) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) in Hanoi and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City. Check out these websites for good flight deals:
Vietnam Airlines: https://www.vietnamairlines.com
Emirates: https://www.emirates.com
Traveloka: https://www.traveloka.com/en-sg/
Qatar: https://www.qatarairways.com/es-es/homepage.html
Skyscanner: https://www.skyscanner.es/
Weapons, anti-government documents, pornography, and illegal drugs (cannabis is included) are not allowed to bring to Vietnam. Wild animals, precious stones and rare plants must be excluded from your luggage. If you need to bring prescript medicines, make sure you have the prescription with you.
There is no limitation on the amount of money and jewellery, however, you will have to declare with Vietnam customs if you bring the excessive amount of:
If you bring more than the maximum amount of following products, you have to declare and pay imported taxes:
All kind of liquid cosmetics such as shampoo, shower gel, cleanser, etc. exceeding 100 ml will not be allowed on board. Note that all bottles do not exceed 1000 ml.
For passengers with disabilities, our airports offer wheelchair service and other supports free of charge.
In Vietnam, only Vietnam Dong (VND) is accepted in any purchasing transactions. At some places like hotels, restaurants, souvenir stores, etc., travelers can use US Dollar to pay for the goods and services.
According to Vietcombank, the exchange rate as of 10 July 2019 is:
EUR € 1 = VND 26,050 VND
US $1 = VND 23,150 VND
Check updates here: https://www.vietcombank.com.vn/ExchangeRates/?lang=en
You should not prepare VND before your Vietnam trip since the exchange rate in your country may not be favorable. You can exchange foreign currency in some Vietnamese banks such as Vietcom Bank at the airport and around big cities (Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City). Avoid unofficial places such as souvenir or jewelry shops.
Read more: Essential Travel Guides for First-time Travelers to Vietnam
A land of astonishing natural wonder, of harmonious fusion between the traditional and the modern and of unspoiled ethnic hill tribes, Vietnam is an exotic destination for your holiday. Here are some interesting tours for you to choose:
Spain has an embassy in Hanoi.
Address: 4 Le Hong Phong, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi
Phone: (+84) 24 3771 52 07; (+84) 24 3771 52 08
Fax: (+84) 24 3771 52 06
Email: emb.hanoi@maec.es
Spain has a cultural institute called Instituto Cervantes in Hanoi. This institute promotes knowledge of Spanish language and culture, as well as fosters the cooperation between Vietnam and Spain.
Instituto Cervantes Hanói
Address: Hanoi University Room 511, Building C, Km. 9 Nguyen Trai Street, Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi
Phone: 024 3553 0730
Website: http://www.cervantes.es/default.htm
With more than 10 years experience in tourism industry, we are confident about our capabilities of tailor-making a Vietnam tour that meets your time, budget and special requirements.
We also manage a number of qualified tour guides and driver who can delight you with profound knowledge about Vietnam and excellent customer service. Most of our tour guides are English-speaking experts, but we can arrange a Spanish-speaking guide upon your request.
Vietnam is an intriguing country, thus, you do not want to waste your time on scheduled shopping stops and touristy destinations. Let us help you to unlock the real and authentic Vietnam.
Find out which tour is suitable for you: 7 Best Vietnam Tours for First Time International Travelers
