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Vietnam tourist visa

You can visit without a visa if your passport qualifies. Other visitors can get an e-Visa for up to 90 days.

Ways to get a Vietnam tourist visa

  1. Visa-free entry for 90 days

    No visa needed

    Citizens of Chile and Panama with ordinary passports qualify.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days.

    Passports that qualify (2)

  4. Visa-free entry for 21 days

    No visa needed

    Citizens of the Philippines with ordinary passports qualify.

    Stay
    Up to 21 days.

    Passports that qualify (1)

  5. Visa-free entry for 14 days

    No visa needed

    Citizens of Brunei and Indonesia with ordinary passports qualify.

    Stay
    Up to 14 days.

    Passports that qualify (2)

  6. Single-entry e-Visa

    eVisa

    Citizens of all countries and territories can get an e-Visa.

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

  7. Multiple-entry e-Visa

    eVisa

    Citizens of all countries and territories can get an e-Visa.

    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 visa-free entry need a visa.

Who doesn't

Citizens of the listed countries can enter without a visa for 14, 21, 30, 45 or 90 days, depending on nationality.

Good to know

  • Keep within the stay allowed for your nationality or visa.
  • Use a permitted border crossing when travelling with an e-Visa.
  • Phu Quoc has a separate visa-free programme.
  • A signed visa exemption agreement for ordinary passports from Timor-Leste has not yet taken effect.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Vietnam?

Visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry need a visa. Citizens of the listed countries can enter without a visa for 14, 21, 30, 45 or 90 days, depending on nationality.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Vietnam?

There are 7 options: Visa-free entry for 90 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 45 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 30 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 21 days (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 14 days (no visa at all); Single-entry e-Visa (an online visa); Multiple-entry e-Visa (an online visa).

Who can go to Vietnam without a tourist visa?

Citizens of Chile and Panama with ordinary passports qualify. Citizens of the listed countries with ordinary passports qualify. Citizens of the listed countries with ordinary passports qualify. Citizens of the Philippines with ordinary passports qualify. Citizens of Brunei and Indonesia with ordinary passports qualify.

Can I apply online for Vietnam?

Yes: Single-entry e-Visa and Multiple-entry e-Visa. Citizens of all countries and territories can get an e-Visa.

How long can I stay on a Vietnam tourist visa?

An e-Visa allows up to 90 days. Visa-free stays depend on nationality.

How much does a Vietnam tourist visa cost?

An e-Visa costs USD 25 for single entry or USD 50 for multiple entry.

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

Keep within the stay allowed for your nationality or visa. Use a permitted border crossing when travelling with an e-Visa.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist 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 tourist 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 tourist 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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