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Vietnam e-visa

An e-Visa is an online visa. Citizens of all countries and territories can get one for single or multiple entry for up to 90 days.

Ways to get a Vietnam e-visa

  1. Single-entry e-Visa

    eVisa

    Citizens of all countries and territories qualify.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days.
    Valid for
    Up to 90 days.
    Entries
    Single entry.
    Fee
    USD 25.

  2. Multiple-entry e-Visa

    eVisa

    Citizens of all countries and territories qualify.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days.
    Valid for
    Up to 90 days.
    Entries
    Multiple entries.
    Fee
    USD 50.

Who needs it

Visitors who do not qualify for a visa exemption need an e-Visa unless they use another available entry option.

Who doesn't

Travellers who qualify for visa-free entry do not need an e-Visa for a stay within that exemption.

Good to know

  • Enter and exit through border crossings that accept e-Visas.
  • Permitted crossings include airports, road crossings and sea ports.
  • Long Thanh and Gia Binh international airports are listed but are not in operation.
  • Travellers presenting a Chinese biometric ordinary passport must exchange the e-Visa for a free paper visa at the entry point.

Questions

Do I need a e-visa for Vietnam?

Visitors who do not qualify for a visa exemption need an e-Visa unless they use another available entry option. Travellers who qualify for visa-free entry do not need an e-Visa for a stay within that exemption.

What are the ways to get a e-visa for Vietnam?

There are 2 options: Single-entry e-Visa (an online visa); Multiple-entry e-Visa (an online visa).

Can I apply online for Vietnam?

Yes: Single-entry e-Visa and Multiple-entry e-Visa. Citizens of all countries and territories qualify.

How long can I stay on a Vietnam e-visa?

Up to 90 days.

How much does a Vietnam e-visa cost?

USD 25 for single entry; USD 50 for multiple entry.

How long is a Vietnam e-visa valid?

Up to 90 days. Entries: Single or multiple entry..

What rules do I have to follow on a Vietnam e-visa?

Enter and exit through border crossings that accept e-Visas.

Does my passport change whether I need a e-visa for Vietnam?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Vietnam visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a e-visa for Vietnam be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Vietnam e-visa rules?

On Vietnam's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

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