E-visa Requirements
What is Evisa for Vietnam?
Vietnam evisa or Vietnam electronic visa (symbolized as EV) has been introduced by the Vietnam Immigration Department since February 2, 2017. This kind of Vietnamese visa is applied and issued online.
An e-visa for Vietnam is valid by 90 days only with a single entry only.
After 2 years of suspension due to Covid-19, Vietnam evisa has been resumed since March 15, 2022, and follows the same regulations as before Covid-19.
Vietnam evisa countries
E visa Vietnam is now available for citizens of the 80 countries who wish to stay in Vietnam for no more than 30 days.
| Andorra | Greece | Palau |
| Argentina | Hungary | Panama |
| Armenia | Iceland | Papua New Guinea |
| Australia | India | Peru |
| Austria | Ireland | Philippines |
| Azerbaijan | Italy | Poland |
| Belarus | Japan | Portugal |
| Belgium | Kazakhstan | Qatar |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Korea (South) | Romania |
| Brazil | Latvia | Russia |
| Bruney | Liechtenstein | Samoa |
| Bulgaria | Lithuania | San Marino |
| Canada | Luxembourg | Serbia |
| Chile | Macedonia The former Yugoslav of | Slovakia |
| China (Including Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR passport holders) (Not apply to Chinese e-passport holders, i.e a passport having its number starting with E) | Malta | Slovenia |
| Colombia | Marshall Islands | Solomon Islands |
| Croatia | Mexico | Spain |
| Cuba | Micronesia Federated States of | Sweden |
| Cyprus | Moldova | Switzerland |
| Czech Republic | Monaco | Timor Leste |
| Denmark | Mongolia | United Arab Emirates |
| Estonia | Montenegro | United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland |
| Fiji | Myanmar | United States of America |
| Finland | Nauru | Uruguay |
| France | Netherland | Vanuatu |
| Georgia | New Zealand | Venezuela |
| Germany | Norway |
Download List of Vietnam e-visa countries
(March 17, 2022 – Source: Vietnam Immigration Department)
Notes:
- Those who are not included in this list should wait for further updates for a tourist visa to Vietnam.
- Those who wish to stay in Vietnam for more than 30 days should do a visa run, as neither e-visa extension nor visa on arrival is available at the moment.
Applicable Ports of Entry for Vietnam E visa online
Holders of Vietnamese e-visas are allowed to enter the country through one of the following 33 ports:
| Airports | Landports | Seaports |
| Cat Bi Int Airport (Hai Phong) | Bo Y Landport | Chan May Seaport |
| Cam Ranh Int Airport (Khanh Hoa) | Cha Lo Landport | Da Nang Seaport |
| Can Tho International Airport | Cau Treo Landport | Duong Dong Seaport |
| Da Nang International Airport | Huu Nghi Landport | Hon Gai Seaport |
| Noi Bai Int Airport (Hanoi) | Ha Tien Landport | Hai Phong Seaport |
| Phu Bai Int Airport | Lao Bao Landport | Nha Trang Seaport |
| Tan Son Nhat Int Airport (Ho Chi Minh City) | Lao Cai Landport | Quy Nhon Seaport |
| La Lay Landport | Ho Chi Minh City Seaport | |
| Moc Bai Landport | Vung Tau Seaport | |
| Mong Cai Landport | ||
| Nam Can Landport | ||
| Na Meo Landport | ||
| Song Tien Landport | ||
| Tinh Bien Landport | ||
| Tay Trang Landport | ||
| Xa Mat Landport |
Note:
- Your entry checkpoint should be exact to avoid any issues that you may face when boarding your flight and entering Vietnam.
E-visa Requirements
If you are eligible for a Vietnam e visa, please make sure the following to get the e-visa:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months following arrival date and having at least 02 blank pages;
- 01 passport size photo (see Vietnam visa photo requirements)
- Soft copies of passport personal data page and soft photo
- Credit cards to make payment online for e-visa fee, (American Express card is not accepted).
Vietnam Visa Exemption
What is Vietnam Visa Exemption?
Vietnam visa exemption (also known as Vietnam visa waiver, or Vietnam visa free) means the case that a foreign national is allowed to enter Vietnam and stay in the country for a certain period of time without having to follow any Vietnam visa procedure as the Vietnam government has signed the bilateral/unilateral visa exemption agreement for his/her country.
This kind of visa exemption is completely different from a Vietnam visa exemption certificate (also known as Vietnam 5 years visa).
Those who enter Vietnam under visa exemption will get the exemption stamp as follows on their passport:
Vietnam Visa Exemption countries
As of January 2022, regular passport holders of 25 countries DO NOT need a visa for Vietnam. Here is the full list of Vietnam visa free countries:
| No. | Country | Maximum visa-free duration | Applicable purpose of visit (if any) |
| 1 | Chile | 90 days | Entries that do not include remunerated activities |
| 2 | Panama | 90 days | Entries that do not include remunerated activities |
| 3 | Cambodia | 30 days | Not mentioned |
| 4 | Indonesia | 30 days | Not mentioned |
| 5 | Kyrgyzstan | 30 days | Not mentioned |
| 6 | Laos | 30 days | Not mentioned |
| 7 | Malaysia | 30 days | Tourism, attending press, conference/coverage, official duty, visiting relatives, business negotiation, investment, sports, or attending seminars or conferences |
| 8 | Singapore | 30 days | Entries that do not include remunerated activities |
| 9 | Thailand | 30 days | Not mentioned |
| 10 | Philippines | 21 days | Not mentioned |
| 11 | Brunei | 14 days | Not mentioned |
| 12 | Myanmar | 14 days | Visiting only |
| 13 | Belarus | 15 days | Not mentioned |
| 14 | Denmark | 15 days | Not mentioned |
| 15 | Finland | 15 days | Not mentioned |
| 13 | France | 15 days | Not mentioned |
| 17 | Germany | 15 days | Not mentioned |
| 18 | Italy | 15 days | Not mentioned |
| 19 | Japan | 15 days | Not mentioned |
| 20 | Norway | 15 days | Not mentioned |
| 21 | Russia | 15 days | Not mentioned |
| 22 | South Korea | 15 days | Not mentioned |
| 23 | Spain | 15 days | Not mentioned |
| 24 | Sweden | 15 days | Not mentioned |
| 25 | United Kingdom (Not applicable to BNO) | 15 days | Not mentioned |
Important notes regarding Vietnam visa exemption:
- The 30-day interval between 02 stays with visa exemption has been removed in accordance with the new law on entry, exit, transit, and residence of foreigners in Vietnam which takes effect on July 1, 2020.
- British National Overseas (BNO) passport holders are not eligible for the 15-day Vietnam visa exemption. So, they need to apply for a visa to visit Vietnam.
- Visa exemption includes visa exemption for entry, exit and transit.
- The visa-free stay period is counted from the date of entry.
The above information about the Vietnam visa exemption (updated on March 15, 2021) is provided for informational purposes only, please double-check with the official authorities in your current country before departure.
Other Vietnam Visa Exemption Cases
- The 30-day visa exemption is granted to those entering the coastal economic zones decided by the Government when those zones meet the following conditions:
- having an international airport,
- having their own space;
- having defined geographical boundaries and being separate from the mainland;
- being in line with socio-economic development policies while posing no threat to the national defense, security, social order, and safety of Vietnam.So, Phu Quoc island is one of those zones. See our detailed guide on Phu Quoc visa exemption.
- APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) holders with valid passports are exempted from Vietnam visa requirements for a stay of no longer than 60 days. If you want to stay longer without leaving Vietnam, see exemption of Vietnam stay with ABTC.
Conditions for Making Vietnam Visa Exemption
To enter Vietnam with a Vietnam visa exemption, the eligible travelers are required to ensure:
- their passport valid for at least 6 months following their date of arrival in Vietnam; and
- their passport has at least 02 blank pages.
Vietnam E-visa FAQs
Vietnam E-visa question:
Vietnam E-Visa application procedures:
Completing the E-visa application
| 10. | What photos are required for the application? |
| 11. | What if my name is too long or includes special characters? |
| 12. | Is it necessary to complete all required information in the application? |
E-visa fee and payment:
| 13. | How much is the E-visa fee? |
| 14. | How can I make a payment for my E-visa? |
| 15. | If my e-Visa is refused or unused, will my payment be refunded? |
Entry & exit with an E-visa
ANSWERS
| 1. | Who is eligible for Vietnam E-visa? Vietnam is currently launching a pilot e-Visa system for citizens from 80 countries. |
| 2. | How long does it take to obtain an E-visa? An E-visa is processed within 03 working days after the Vietnam Immigration Department receives the completed application and full E-visa fee. |
| 3. | How long is an Vietnam E-visa valid for? An E-visa is single entry and valid for amaximum of 30 days. |
| 4. | What is the minimum passport expiry date required to apply for an E-visa? According to Vietnam Law, the visa expiry date must be at least 30 days before the passport expiry date. Therefore, an E-visa expiry date must also be at least 30 days before the passport expiry date. |
| 5. | You can apply directly on the website: www.evietnamvisa.vn. We will send you E-visa with PDF file via your registered email. |
| 6. | How can I apply to stay in Vietnam for longer than my E-visa permits? After entering Vietnam by E-visa, you can request an agency/organization/individual in Vietnam to guarantee your stay and apply on your behalf for a new visa at the Vietnam Immigration Department in accordance with Section 1, Article 16 of the Law on Entry, Exit, Transit and Residence of Foreigners in Vietnam. |
| 7. | Can a Vietnamese citizen invite orguarantee my stay in Vietnam andapply for an E-visa on my behalf? Vietnamese citizens are not allowed to guarantee a foreigner’s stay in Vietnam with E-visa. Foreigners must apply for an e-Visa either by themselves or through a guaranteeing agency or organization in Vietnam. |
| 8. | How does an inviting or guaranteeing agency or organization apply for an E-visa on my behalf? Inviting or guaranteeing agencies or organizations must follow these steps: |
| 9. | As an airline representative, how can I search forthe E-visa information of passengers flying to Vietnam? You can check passengers’ E-visa information by the following steps: |
| 10. | What photos are required for the application? Two photos of the applicant must be uploaded: |
| 11. | What if my name is too long or includes special characters? Write your full name as it appears in the ICAO line of your passport data page. |
| 12. | Is it necessary to complete all required information in the application? Yes. You must completeall required information to be eligible to receive an e-Visa. |
| 13. | It’s depending on your choice in “Vietnam E-visa Fee” with “Rush service”. |
| 14. | How can I make a payment for my E-visa? Provide the required information and click “Pay” to complete the procedure. |
| 15. | If my e-Visa is refused or unused, will my payment be refunded? No. Payments for E-visa applicationsare non-refundable. |
| 16. | Which entry & exit checkpoints allow E-visa holders to enter and exit Vietnam? E-Visa holders can enter and exit Vietnam through any checkpoint in 33 international checkpoints. |
| 17. | If I use my e-Visa to enter/exit Vietnam, what do I have to do at the checkpoint? E-Visa holders must present the printed E-visa and valid passport at the checkpoint. |
| 18. | Do I need to enter Vietnam on the exact date specified in my E-visa application? The validity period of your E-visa begins from the date specified in your approved E-visa document. You can enter Vietnam on any date within this validity period. |
| 19. | Can I enter Vietnam before or after the validity period specified in my e-Visa? No. You cannot enter Vietnam before or after the validity period specified in your E-visa. |
| 20. | What if I want to enter Vietnam before my e-Visa validity period? You must completea new Vietnam E-visa application. The previous E-visa application will be cancelled once the new E-visa is issued |
E-visa Application
Step 1: Fill your e-visa information
- Access to the website www.evietnamvisa.vn and click to the tab “APPLY E-VISA“
- Purpose of visit: You can choose any purpose to antry Vietnam such as: Tourism, Bussiness, Working, Studying…
- Type of visa: There is just available for E-visa for 30 days single entry. You can entry and exit Vietnam once within 30 days.
- Date of arrival: This is intended entry date, your e-visa will be valid from this date.
- Port of arrival: This is entry check-points such as airports, land ports and seaports.
- Rush services: You can choose the time for e-visa processing as 3-5 working days, urgent service: 2 working days, 1 working days or 4 working hours.
Step 2: Upload personal information
Upload your personal photo and passport. Fill your passport information and contact inform in the required boxes.
- Portrait photo (4x6cm): Looking straight and without glasses.
- Passport data page: Full page including photo, personal information and ICAO lines.
Step 3: Confirm and make payment
- Check carefully your e-visa information and make payment for e-visa fee.
- In this step our website will send you a confirmed email with your e-visa informtion. You can also check your “CHECK E-VISA STATUS” here: https://www.evietnamvisa.vn/check-e-visa-status.html
- This e-visa fee is not refunded if your application is refused or your visa letter contains any wrong details since you provide incorrect details in the application form.
Step 4: Receive your e-visa
- After your payment is completed, we process your e-visa with “Rush service” that you choosed.
- We send you e-visa throgh your registered email with PDF attached file.
