Visa Requirement

Foreigners are allowed to enter Vietnam under the following conditions:

- They must possess a valid passport or international travel document and visa, except for cases exempted from visa requirements as stipulated;

- They must not fall under the cases ineligible for entry as prescribed in Article 21 of the Law on Entry, Exit, Transit, and Residence of Foreigners in Vietnam 2014 (amended in 2019).

Vietnam exempts visas for citizens of the following countries with a temporary stay of up to 45 days from the date of entry, regardless of passport type or purpose of entry, based on meeting the entry requirements stipulated by Vietnamese law:

• Germany
• French
• Italia
• Spain
• United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
• Russian
• Japan
• Korea
• Denmark
• Sweden
• Norway
• Finland
• Belarus

Furthermore, Vietnam also permits foreigners to enter and exit using electronic visas with a validity period of up to 90 days, for single or multiple entries. International border gates allowing entry and exit with electronic visas include 13 airports, 16 land border crossings, and 13 seaports.

Vietnam Electronic Visa (e-Visa) 

The Vietnam Electronic Visa (e-Visa) is a type of visa issued by the Vietnam Immigration Department to foreigners entering the country. Holders of an e-Visa can stay in Vietnam for up to 90 consecutive days from the date of first entry, for both single and multiple entries, and it is applicable to all countries and territories.

While regular visas may only be granted at certain international airports, e-Visas are accepted at 42 international checkpoints including international airports, land border crossings, and seaports. Those with an e-Visa do not need to wait at the VOA counter at Vietnamese airports to have their visa stamped.

Access the link below for guidance on how to apply for Vietnam's e-Visa: (https://vietnam.travel/plan-your-trip/official-vietnam-evisa-application)

Processing for the e-Visa takes 4-6 working days, with a fee of 25 USD, and it is a single-entry visa.

How to Apply for Vietnam's e-Visa:

Step 1: Prepare the required materials: 

• One 4x6 passport photo in .jpg format with a white background, without glasses
• One photo in .jpg format of your passport data page
• Passport valid for at least six months
• Your temporary address in Vietnam and points of entry and exit 
• Debit or credit card for payment 

Step 2: Click this link or access www.immigration.gov.vn and go to 'E-visa Issuance' then click on the link for 'Outside Vietnam foreigners'.  

Step 3: Upload your .jpg images (passport data page and passport photo) and fill out the required fields on the form completely. Submit your form. 

Step 4: Pay the e-Visa fee. Copy down the document code provided.  

Step 5: Within 4-6 working days you should receive news of your e-Visa application via email. If not, you can also run a search for your e-Visa at this link. 

Step 6: Use your document code to locate your e-Visa online. Download and print the e-Visa in two copies for extra safety. 

Vietnam Visa on Arrival

If you are planning a multiple-entry visit or a stay of more than 30 days, you will want to apply for a visa on arrival. To do this you'll need:

1. A 4x6 passport photo with a white background and no glasses

2. A filled-out visa application form

3. A passport or substitute ID valid for six months the date you plan to enter Vietnam

4. Payment (25 USD to 50 USD) for visa fees

5. A Letter of Approval a Vietnamese embassy or consulate (if you are picking up your visa at the airport)

If you are near a Vietnamese embassy or consulate, you can submit your photo, application form, passport, and visa fee in person. This website will guide you through the process. 

If you are unable to reach a Vietnamese embassy, or are short on time, there are trusted services online who can provide you a valid Letter of Approval for a fee. Bring this letter together with a visa application form and your other documents to the Visa on Arrival er at the airport when you land