01. Visa & Entry Requirements

Everything You Need to Know Before Flying to Vietnam

Do I need a visa to visit Vietnam?

Visa requirements depend on your nationality, passport type, purpose of travel and intended length of stay.

Vietnam offers visa exemptions to eligible passport holders and an electronic visa (e-visa) system for international visitors.

An e-visa may be issued for up to 90 days, for either a single entry or multiple entries, subject to approval.

How to apply for a Vietnam e-visa

1. Visit the official Vietnamese government e-visa website: https://evisa.gov.vn
2. Complete the online application carefully.
3. Upload the required passport information and photograph.
4. Pay the application fee through the official payment system.
5. Check your application status online.
6. Download your approved e-visa and keep both digital and printed copies.

The government application fees are currently USD 25 for a single-entry e-visa and USD 50 for a multiple-entry e-visa. Application fees are non-refundable.

Allow plenty of time before departure for processing, particularly during public holidays and busy travel periods.

Important passport checks

• Check your passport's validity and the entry requirements applicable to your nationality. Having at least six months' validity remaining is a prudent travel precaution.
• Make sure your passport has sufficient space for immigration stamps where required.
• Confirm that the name, passport number, nationality, arrival date and permitted entry points on your visa are correct.
• Travel with the same passport used for your visa application.
• Never assume that a visa exemption applies without checking official information.

Arrival declarations

Depending on your arrival airport and current regulations, you may be asked to complete a digital arrival card or health declaration. Check the latest requirements with your airline and the relevant Vietnamese authorities.

Vega Travel Tip: Visa mistakes can cause unnecessary delays or even prevent boarding. Review every detail as soon as your visa is issued.