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Vietnam family visa

Vietnamese people living abroad and eligible spouses or children can use a visa exemption certificate for stays of 180 consecutive days.

Ways to get a Vietnam family visa

  1. Entry with a visa exemption certificate

    No visa needed

    Vietnamese people living abroad, and spouses or children of Vietnamese citizens or Vietnamese people living abroad, can qualify for the certificate.

    Stay
    180 consecutive days.
    Valid for
    Up to 5 years, or until 6 months before the passport expires, whichever is shorter.
    Entries
    No limit on entries and exits during the stay.

Who doesn't

Certificate holders do not need a visa, regardless of nationality.

What to bring

  • Visa exemption certificate.

Good to know

  • Each stay is limited to 180 consecutive days.
  • There is no minimum waiting time between 180-day stays.
  • Eligibility includes Vietnamese people living abroad and spouses or children of Vietnamese citizens or Vietnamese people living abroad.

Questions

Do I need a family visa for Vietnam?

Certificate holders do not need a visa, regardless of nationality.

Who can go to Vietnam without a family visa?

Vietnamese people living abroad, and spouses or children of Vietnamese citizens or Vietnamese people living abroad, can qualify for the certificate.

How long can I stay on a Vietnam family visa?

180 consecutive days.

How long is a Vietnam family visa valid?

Up to 5 years, or until 6 months before the passport expires, whichever is shorter. Entries: No limit on entries and exits during the stay..

What documents do I need for a Vietnam family visa?

Visa exemption certificate..

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

Each stay is limited to 180 consecutive days.

Does my passport change whether I need a family 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 family 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 family visa rules?

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

Can I change my family visa once I am in Vietnam?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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