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Pre-arrival Information (PAI) Guide
Vietnam’s Pre-arrival Information (PAI) system was initially introduced on a pilot basis for foreign travelers entering through Ho Chi Minh City’s Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) on April 15, 2026. The system has since been referenced in official guidance for additional major international airports in Vietnam. This guide focuses specifically on Tan Son Nhat Airport and explains who should complete PAI, when to submit the information, what to prepare, how the QR code is used, what to do if you have not submitted it in advance, and support available to VJP FASTTRACK customers.
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What You Should Know First About PAI at Tan Son Nhat Airport
Pre-arrival Information (PAI) was initially introduced at Tan Son Nhat Airport on April 15, 2026 for foreign travelers entering Vietnam. Current immigration guidance strongly recommends completing the declaration before travel. Public wording regarding whether advance submission is mandatory in every case is not completely consistent, and some airline guidance treats the declaration as required. For the smoothest arrival, foreign travelers should complete PAI through the official website within three days before arrival whenever possible. Current official guidance also indicates that the declaration can be completed upon arrival. After submission, the system generates a QR code that should be saved on your smartphone or carried as a printed copy.
| System | Pre-arrival Information (PAI) / Pre-arrival information declaration |
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| Initial pilot started | April 15, 2026 |
| Airport covered by this guide | Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) |
| Main target | Foreign travelers entering Vietnam through Tan Son Nhat Airport |
| Current guidance | Advance submission is strongly recommended. Because public guidance is not completely consistent on mandatory status, travelers should complete PAI before departure and follow the latest instructions from Vietnam Immigration and their airline. |
| When to submit | Within three days before arrival, or upon arrival according to current official guidance. Advance submission is recommended. |
| After submission | A QR code is generated. Save it on your smartphone or carry a printed copy. |
| Fee | Submission through the official PAI website is free. Credit card information is not required. |
| Official website | prearrival.immigration.gov.vn |
What Is Pre-arrival Information (PAI)?
PAI is an online system that allows foreign travelers to provide travel and entry-related information before entering Vietnam. Vietnam’s Immigration Department initially introduced the system at Tan Son Nhat International Airport on April 15, 2026. Official notices have since referenced deployment or expansion at other major international airports in Vietnam.
The system allows immigration authorities to receive and review information before or during the traveler’s arrival process, helping improve the efficiency of immigration procedures and reduce unnecessary waiting.
Status as of August 2026: Advance PAI Submission Is Strongly Recommended
When the PAI system was initially introduced at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security described the program in May 2026 as a pilot implemented through promotion and encouragement rather than mandatory participation.
More recent official guidance published in July 2026 states that the Pre-arrival Information Declaration has been introduced for foreign travelers at major international airports in Vietnam, including Tan Son Nhat, and strongly encourages travelers to complete the declaration within three days before arrival or upon arrival. Vietnam Immigration’s online information also highly recommends completing the pre-arrival form before entering Vietnam.
At the same time, some airline travel guidance describes the declaration as required for foreign passengers entering through Tan Son Nhat Airport. Because the wording used by different public sources is not completely uniform, the safest approach is to complete PAI before departure whenever possible and follow the latest instructions from Vietnam Immigration and your operating airline.
Who Should Complete PAI?
Current official guidance is directed at foreign travelers entering Vietnam. Foreign passport holders entering Vietnam through Tan Son Nhat Airport should therefore prepare and submit their PAI information before departure whenever possible.
Travelers Recommended to Submit PAI
- Foreign passport holders entering Vietnam through Tan Son Nhat Airport
- Travelers entering Vietnam for tourism, business or family travel
- Travelers entering with an e-Visa, another type of visa or under a visa-exemption arrangement
- Travelers who want to complete as much of the arrival preparation as possible before departure
Cases Requiring Individual Confirmation
- Travelers entering Vietnam using a Vietnamese passport
- International transit passengers who remain in transit and do not enter Vietnam
- Travelers using diplomatic, official or other special passports or special entry status
- Travelers holding multiple nationalities or passports where the passport used for entry may affect their immigration status
Entry procedures can vary depending on the passport used, visa or visa-exemption status, transit arrangements and other circumstances. Travelers with special situations should follow the latest instructions from the relevant immigration authorities and their airline.
When Can You Submit PAI? | Within Three Days Before Arrival
Official guidance states that travelers can complete PAI within three days before arriving in Vietnam. More recent official guidance also states that the declaration may be completed upon arrival. However, Vietnam Immigration strongly recommends completing it before travel.
It is generally easier to complete the declaration after your flight number, arrival date and accommodation details have been confirmed. To reduce the risk of additional procedures after landing, we recommend completing PAI before departure whenever possible.
Information to Prepare Before Completing the Declaration
The official PAI system asks travelers to provide personal information, visa information where applicable, travel information and other details according to the instructions displayed on screen. Preparing the following information in advance can make the process easier.
- Passport information
- Arrival flight information such as flight number and arrival date
- Visa information, if applicable
- Accommodation or address information in Vietnam
- Contact details and other information requested on the declaration screen
Actual fields may change as the system is updated. Always follow the latest fields and instructions displayed on the official PAI website.
How to Submit PAI for Tan Son Nhat Airport
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Access the Official PAI Website
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Select the Display Language
The official PAI system provides multiple language options. Select the language that allows you to enter your information most accurately.
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Create and Submit a Declaration
Complete the CAPTCHA and follow the on-screen instructions to enter your personal information, visa information where applicable, travel information and other requested details.
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Check the Information and Submit
Confirm that your passport number, name, flight number, arrival date and other information match your travel documents before submitting the declaration.
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Save the QR Code
After completing the declaration, save the generated QR code on your smartphone or print a copy and keep it available during your arrival procedures.
How Is the QR Code Used?
After the declaration is completed, the PAI system generates a QR code. Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security advises travelers to save the QR code on a smartphone or print a paper copy so that it is readily available during the entry process.
Keep the QR code accessible when proceeding through immigration and follow the instructions of immigration officers at the airport. Saving a screenshot can also be useful in case mobile internet access is limited.
What Happens If You Have Not Submitted PAI in Advance?
Current official guidance states that the declaration can be completed within three days before arrival or upon arrival. Therefore, travelers who have not completed PAI in advance should follow the instructions provided by immigration authorities at the airport.
Completing the declaration after arrival may require additional time, particularly during busy periods. In addition, some airline guidance treats the declaration as a pre-entry requirement. For this reason, we recommend completing PAI before departure whenever possible and checking your airline’s latest instructions before traveling.
Beware of Fake Websites and Credit Card Fraud
Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security has warned that fake websites impersonating the PAI system have been identified, including websites intended to obtain or misuse credit card information.
- The official PAI declaration website domain is prearrival.immigration.gov.vn.
- There is no fee for submitting PAI information through the official system.
- The official PAI declaration does not require credit card information.
- If you open a website through a search result, advertisement, social media post or third-party link, always confirm the URL before entering information.
VJP FASTTRACK SUPPORT
Pre-arrival Declaration Support for VJP FASTTRACK Customers
For customers using VJP FASTTRACK Arrival Fast Track at Tan Son Nhat Airport, we can provide assistance with checking the information you should prepare and support you in preparing for the PAI declaration upon request.
This is private assistance provided by VJP FASTTRACK. It is not an official service of Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security or Immigration Department, and VJP FASTTRACK does not issue visas or make immigration decisions. We do not guarantee entry approval, immigration results, access to a particular lane or processing time.
Main Information Checked in Advance
- Passport information
- Arrival flight and e-ticket information
- Accommodation details in Vietnam
- Visa information when applicable
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View Tan Son Nhat Airport Arrival Fast Track →Frequently Asked Questions About PAI at Tan Son Nhat Airport
Q1. Is the PAI declaration mandatory?
Public guidance is not completely consistent on mandatory status. Vietnam Immigration strongly recommends that foreign travelers complete the declaration before travel, while some airline guidance describes it as required for passengers entering through Tan Son Nhat. To avoid unnecessary problems, we recommend completing PAI before departure.
Q2. Who should complete PAI?
Current official guidance is directed at foreign travelers entering Vietnam. Foreign passport holders arriving through Tan Son Nhat Airport should therefore complete PAI before travel whenever possible. Special passport, transit or other exceptional cases should follow the latest instructions from immigration authorities.
Q3. When can I submit the declaration?
Current official guidance states that the declaration can be completed within three days before arrival or upon arrival. Completing it before departure is strongly recommended.
Q4. Is there a fee for submitting PAI?
Submission through the official PAI website is free. Credit card information is not required.
Q5. Do I have to print the QR code?
A paper printout is not the only practical option. Official guidance advises travelers to save the QR code on a smartphone or print it. Keeping a screenshot as a backup is also useful.
Q6. Where is the QR code used?
The QR code is generated for use during the entry process. Keep it available when proceeding through immigration and present it if requested by immigration officers.
Q7. What if I forget to submit PAI before departure?
Current official guidance indicates that PAI can also be completed upon arrival. However, doing so may add time to the arrival process, and some airlines may instruct passengers to complete it before travel. Check your airline’s latest guidance and complete PAI in advance whenever possible.
Q8. Is PAI an e-Visa application?
No. PAI is a pre-arrival information submission system. It is separate from visa or e-Visa application, examination and issuance procedures.
Q9. A website asked for my credit card number. Is it safe to enter it?
The official PAI declaration does not require credit card information. Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security has warned about fake websites intended to obtain card details. Make sure the website domain is prearrival.immigration.gov.vn.
Q10. Can VJP FASTTRACK help me with my PAI declaration?
Customers using VJP FASTTRACK can ask us for assistance checking the information to prepare and guidance when preparing their PAI declaration. This is private support and is not the official declaration service of the Vietnamese immigration authorities.
Summary | Key Points as of August 2026
- PAI was initially introduced at Tan Son Nhat Airport on April 15, 2026
- Vietnam Immigration strongly recommends that foreign travelers complete PAI before travel
- Public wording on whether advance submission is mandatory in every case is not completely consistent, so travelers should follow the latest Immigration and airline instructions
- Current official guidance allows submission within three days before arrival or upon arrival, with advance submission recommended
- A QR code is generated after completing the declaration
- Official PAI submission is free and does not require credit card information
- Fake websites have been identified, so always confirm the official domain
- PAI is not a visa application; it is a separate pre-arrival information system
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Official Information and References
This page was prepared after reviewing publicly available information from Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security, Vietnam Immigration Department and official Vietnamese diplomatic guidance.
- Vietnam Immigration Department | Official PAI Website
- Vietnam Ministry of Public Security | Immigration Department Launches the Pre-arrival Information (PAI) System
- Embassy of Vietnam in Singapore | Notice on Vietnam’s Pre-Arrival Information Declaration
Last updated: August 20, 2026
Information checked: August 20, 2026
PAI deployment, eligible traveler categories and airport procedures may change. Always check official immigration information and your airline’s latest requirements shortly before traveling.
