Which entry forms should I complete before flying to Vietnam via China?

From messages by 4 participants in 2 sources · Last activity: 27 days ago

TL;DR

Complete Vietnam’s entry card before departure and, if transiting through China, submit the Chinese arrival declaration to obtain a QR code. Chinese immigration may check the QR code and send passengers without one to complete the form at the airport.

What the community said

Before your flight to Nha Trang, make sure Vietnam’s entry card has been completed. Do it before leaving for the airport to avoid last-minute issues at check-in.

Vietnam entry card

If airline staff ask about onward travel, be ready to explain your itinerary and check the carrier’s requirements in advance. One traveler mentioned considering a Chinese airline ticket closer to departure.

Chinese airlines

For a transit or entry into China, complete the Chinese electronic arrival declaration in advance and save the QR code. Immigration may verify it against its database; passengers without a code can be sent to fill in the form at the airport.

Chinese arrival declaration QR code