Handbook > Vietnam
Map
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Visas
Visa is required for ALL travelers to Vietnam. Visa applicatons are processed Embassy of Vietnam and its consular offices in San Francisco. Tourist visas are valid for stays up to 30 days. As of February 22, 2002, the Tourist Visa fee is US$65. Please contact the Embassy or consulate for the most current Visa Fees.
Click here to download a copy of the Visa Application Form (PDF)
Vaccinations
No vaccinations are required for entry into Vietnam. However, it is strongly recommended that you ask your physician about precautionary medication/vaccinations for Thyphoid, Polio, Cholera, Malaria and other diseases that are present in this region of the world.
Voltage
220 volts AC, 50Hz
Climate / Weather Conditions
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Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
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Current Conditions
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| °F | Avg High |
Avg Low |
Humidty (%) AM/PM |
Days of Rain | Avg Rainfall |
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| Jan | 89 | 70 | 69/61 | 2 | 0.6" | |
| Feb | 91 | 71 | 66/56 | 1 | 0.1" | |
| Mar | 93 | 74 | 63/58 | 2 | 0.5" | |
| Apr | 95 | 76 | 63/60 | 4 | 1.7" | |
| May | 92 | 76 | 71/71 | 16 | 8.7" | |
| Jun | 89 | 75 | 77/78 | 21 | 13.0" | |
| Jul | 88 | 75 | 79/80 | 23 | 12.4" | |
| Aug | 88 | 75 | 77/78 | 21 | 10.6" | |
| Sep | 88 | 74 | 77/80 | 21 | 13.2" | |
| Oct | 88 | 74 | 77/80 | 20 | 10.6" | |
| Nov | 87 | 73 | 75/74 | 11 | 4.5" | |
| Dec | 87 | 71 | 72/68 | 7 | 2.2" | |
| Source: The Times Books World Weather Guide, Pearce and Smith: ©1990 | ||||||
International Dialing Code
Country code: 84
City Codes:
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon): 8
Hanoi: 4