Visa requirements are subject to change, and it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the requirements for all countries visited. Travelmarvel cannot obtain visas on your behalf. If you require further assistance, please contact your local consulate prior to travel. No refund is offered for lost touring if you do not meet these visa requirements.

For the most up to date visa and travel advice please make sure to check the relevant travel advice websites (ex. SmartTraveller), contact your local consulate and/or Visas Direct.  

Australia - www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia
New Zealand - www.safetravel.govt.nz

Vietnam 

All Australian and New Zealand passport holders must obtain a Vietnam Visa. We recommend obtaining an electronic visa (E-visa) prior to departure at least 30 days prior to departure.

You must check your details are correct when applying for a Vietnam visa. The visa details must match your full name and date of birth as per your passport. Any errors or name omissions may result in you being refused entry. You may be charged an additional fee on arrival to correct the visa error and to be issued an emergency visa. 

PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING:

• Colour copy of passport and passport photo
• Name as per passport (ensure you have included your middle name/s with your Given name on the application)
• Date of birth as per passport
• Place of birth as per passport
• Nationality as per passport
• Passport number as per passport

Please refer to your Tour Code, your documentation and Visa Checklist for the below information:

• If you require a Single entry or Multi-Entry Visa
• Entry and Exit Dates required
• Entry and Exit Check points
• Intended temporary residential address in Viet Nam. Please use the Name and address of the first nights accommodation you are staying at. If with Travelmarvel then please use the Travelmarvel listed hotel.

Download Travelmarvel's Vietnam Visa Checklist

Please Note: When entering Vietnam via the Mekong River please use your embarkation date on to your Mekong River cruise and not the actual border crossing date. This is to cover for any unforeseen circumstances where we may cross the border sooner than the date stated in the itinerary.

Please Note: If you have additional nights either end of your tour please ensure to provide your arrival and departure dates and the city in Vietnam.

 

Cambodia

All Australian, New Zealand and UK passport holders must obtain a Cambodian Visa.

You must check your details are correct when applying for a Cambodia visa. The visa details must match your full name and date of birth as per your passport. Any errors or name omissions may result in you being refused entry. You may be charged an additional fee on arrival to correct the visa error and to be issued an emergency visa.

Please note:

• A Cambodian e-Visa is ONLY accepted when entering through a Cambodian Airport.
• An exit point is not required for the Visa Application.
• Hotel Documentation is not required for the e-Visa Application.
• Ship Information is not required

To view the relevant entry and exit points/days required for visa application, please refer to the below information. The entry date we supply is the date you arrive in to Siem Reap Angkor Airport, Cambodia.

Please refer to your itinerary for your Tour Code.

Download Travelmarvel's Cambodia Visa Checklist

Please Note: If you have additional nights either end of your tour please ensure to provide your arrival and departure dates and the city in Cambodia.

Cambodian E-Arrival Customs Declaration

You are now required to submit the Cambodia e-Arrival Card within 7 days before your arrival. The QR code is valid within 7 days to the arrival date only, so you should download the QR code in advance and keep your QR code (print or capture the screen shot). You will need to show your QR code at the immigration counter. Having the QR code in advance will avoid the long waiting at the airport as internet connection is not available all the time or may not have access to an electronic device.

Instructions:

1. Install the app and complete the steps on the app until the QR code is created or
2. Visit the link: https://www.arrival.gov.kh/ and complete the steps until the QR code is created.

Please Note: Only applicable if you are arriving into Siem Reap Angkor International Airport. If you are entering Cambodia via Mekong River Cruise this would not be required.

 

Japan

No Visa required for stays of up to 90 days.

Please also refer to the Smart Traveller Website: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/japan

 

South Korea

No Visa required for stays of up to 90 days.

You may be required to register on the Korean Q-code registration system(https://qcode.kdca.go.kr/qco/index.do?lang=en)  prior to arrival or to complete a health questionnaire on arrival. Further information is available on the Republic of Korea Embassy or Consulate for the latest requirements for Australians.

Please also refer to the Smart Traveller Website: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/south-korea-republic-korea

 

India

All Australian, New Zealand and UK Passport holders is required to obtain an Indian Visa prior to departure. You must submit the e-Visa no less than 4 days and no more than 120 days prior to entry into India.

Please visit the official government website and fill in the application form: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa - just follow the prompts on this website.

 

Sri Lanka

Important Notice
As per the Interim Suspension Order issued by the Supreme Court on 02nd August 2024, the online visa application implemented through the visa web portal www.srilankaevisa.lk has been deactivated with immediate effect.

Until further notice, all applicants should follow the details below when applying for a visa: (You must hold a passport valid for a minimum period of six months from the date you arrive in Sri Lanka)

Visit Visa (30 Days Single Entry)
Available on arrival at the port of entry.

Sri Lanka has introduced Digital Arrival & Departure Cards, which can be completed three days prior to travel.  

For the most up to date visa and travel advice please make sure to check the relevant travel advice website: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/sri-lanka

 

China

All Australian and New Zealand Passport Holders can enter China without a visa for no more than 15 days for tourism.

You should contact the nearest Chinese embassy/consulate to confirm visa eligibility and other travel requirements.

For the most up to date visa and travel advice please make sure to check the relevant travel advice website: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/china

 

Singapore

You must complete a Singapore Arrival Card (SGAC) before arriving in Singapore. You may need to present your SGAC acknowledgment email with supporting documentation to the airlines at check-in.

Please also refer to the Smart Traveller website: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/singapore

 

Malaysia

From 1 January 2024, you'll be required to complete and submit a Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) three days prior to arrival in Malaysia. In most circumstances, you can get a 90-day tourism visa on arrival. Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. The MDAC must be submitted through the Malaysian Immigration website. Contact the nearest Malaysian High Commission, Embassy or Consulate for the latest details.

Please also refer to the Smart Traveller website: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/malaysia

 

Thailand

You can get a visa exemption for up to 30 days on arrival (restricted to 2 entries per calendar year). The visa exemption is strictly for tourism purposes only.

Please also refer to the Smart Traveller website: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/thailand

All passengers are required to possess a passport valid for at least 6 months after the conclusion of their trip. You should always carry your passport and other travel documents in your hand luggage.

We highly recommend that you obtain comprehensive medical and travel insurance to cover your entire time away from home. Be sure to pack your policy in case you need to make a claim while travelling. It is also worth adding your insurance policy details and flight numbers to your Tour Personaliser, so all your important travel information is in one place.

Approximately three weeks before your tour you will receive all the documents required ahead of your trip via email, including any flights and hotel reservations made with Travelmarvel.

If you are bringing appliances from home, an adapter suitable for your destination countries’ socket and voltage will be needed.

If you have a food allergy or medical condition which needs to be managed on tour, please advise your Booking Agent before departure, and inform your Tour Director on arrival. It is also worth packing a small medical kit, as though there will be pharmacies along your tour, they can be difficult to access, and a prescription may be required for some medications.

Suggested Packing List:

• A general-purpose antibiotic (e.g. azithromycin)
• Cold and flu medication
• Your preferred pain medication
• Medicine for gastric upsets
• Band-Aids and blister pads

If you have a food allergy or another condition that needs to be managed on tour, please advise your booking agent as soon as possible, as well as your Tour Director upon arrival, as most suppliers require advance notice to accommodate this.

Each passenger is entitled to take one piece of luggage that does not exceed 20kg (44lbs) and 160cm when all dimensions are added together.

When packing, we recommend casual and comfortable clothing. Consider the season of the destination you are travelling to. More information on specific countries climate can be found in our extensive travel guides.

Some countries are very conservative, and you should dress accordingly. As a general guideline, shoulders and knees should be covered (for both men and women) when entering buildings of a religious nature and family homes. When entering temples and pagodas, shoes and socks may need to be removed. Smart casual clothing is acceptable when you dine at restaurants, or on board. Guests are not permitted to enter restaurants barefoot or wearing bathing attire.

Note that some prepaid traveller cards do not work in Asia, for that reason we recommend passengers bring a credit or debit card as a backup should this occur. We recommend carrying a small amount of local currency for markets, otherwise credit, debit or traveller cards are recommended. For more information on specific countries currencies, check our extensive travel hints, found at the bottom of the page.