A complete guide to Vietnam's visa policy

Here is a full guide to Vietnam's visa policy to let you know if you need to apply for one, and how to.

As of 2024, citizens of 25 countries can travel to Vietnam without having to apply for a visa for a maximum stay from 14 to 45 days depending on their nationality.

List of countries whose citizens enjoy visa-free entry in Vietnam as of 2024:

To enter Vietnam these citizens only need a valid passport with at least two blank pages.

For foreigners who are not visa exempt, they must apply for an e-visa.

Although being officially launched since 2017, Vietnam e-visa until now is still unfamiliar with some people. The following steps will give you a full, updated overview about how to get Vietnam e-visa, where to get Vietnam e-visa, validity of Vietnam e-visa.

Foreigners can apply for a Vietnam e-visa either directly with the Vietnam Immigration Department or ask for help from a service provider or a Vietnam visa agency.

If applying by yourself, please access through the official e-visa portals: evisa.gov.vn or thithucdientu.gov.vn.

HOW TO APPLY FOR VIETNAM E-VISA

1. Prepare necessary documents:

- Passport: Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months from your intended entry date and has at least two blank pages.

- Digital passport photo: A recent color photo (4x6 cm) with a white background, showing your full face without glasses.

- Passport data page scan: A clear scan of the biographical page of your passport.

2. Complete the online application form:

- Personal information: Enter your full name, date of birth, nationality, and other required details as they appear in your passport.

- Passport details: Provide your passport number, issue date, and expiration date.

- Travel information: Specify your intended entry and exit dates, and select your entry and exit points from the list of designated ports.

- Upload documents: Upload the digital passport photo and the scanned passport data page as per the specified requirements.

3. Pay the e-visa fee:

The fee is US$25 for single-entry and $50 for multiple-entry visas. Payments can be made online using international credit or debit cards.

4. Receive and print your e-visa:

Processing time is typically three working days. After approval, download and print your e-visa from the application portal.

5. Present your e-visa upon arrival:

Upon arrival in Vietnam, present your printed e-visa along with your passport at the immigration checkpoint.

Important notes:

- Accuracy: Ensure all information provided matches your passport exactly to avoid entry issues.

- Validity: The e-visa is valid for up to 90 days, allowing single or multiple entries, depending on your application.

- Entry points: Confirm that your chosen entry and exit points are among the designated ports that accept e-visas.

Vietnam e-visa holders can enter the country via 32 international checkpoints including airports, seaports and landports.