Vietnam Visa Requirements: Everything You Need to Know

Overview of Vietnam’s New Visa Policies (Effective from August 15, 2023)

Vietnam has introduced new visa policies to make travel easier for international visitors. Here’s what you need to know:

E-Visas for All Countries: Starting from August 15, 2023, Vietnam now offers e-visas to citizens of all countries and territories. These e-visas allow for a 90-day stay and are valid for multiple entries.

Visa Exemption for 16 Countries: Citizens from 13 countries that enjoy unilateral visa exemption can now stay in Vietnam for up to 45 days without a visa. This is an increase from the previous 15-day limit.

Vietnam Visa Exemption Policy

Vietnam’s updated visa exemption policy, effective from August 15, 2023, allows citizens of 13 countries to stay in Vietnam for 45 days without a visa, regardless of their passport or purpose of entry. The countries included in this exemption are:

Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, Russia, Japan, South Korea, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Belarus.

In addition to these 13 countries, Vietnam also offers visa-free entry to citizens of 25 other countries, including:

Brunei, Myanmar, the Philippines, Cambodia, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Chile, Panama, and Kazakhstan.

Furthermore, Vietnam has temporarily waived visa requirements for tourists from Poland, the Czech Republic, and Switzerland from March 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025.

Vietnam Electronic Visa (E-Visa)

Starting from August 15, 2023, Vietnam’s e-visa system is available to citizens of all countries and territories. The e-visa allows for a 90-day stay and is valid for multiple entries, making it a convenient option for travelers.

List of Border Gates Accepting E-Visas

Vietnam’s e-visa can be used at the following border gates:

13 International Airports: Noi Bai (Hanoi), Tan Son Nhat (Ho Chi Minh City), Cam Ranh (Khanh Hoa), Da Nang, Cat Bi (Hai Phong), Can Tho, Phu Quoc (Kien Giang), Phu Bai (Thua Thien Hue), Van Don (Quang Ninh), Tho Xuan (Thanh Hoa), Dong Hoi (Quang Binh), Phu Cat (Binh Dinh), Lien Khuong (Lam Dong).
16 Land Border Gates: Tay Trang (Dien Bien), Mong Cai (Quang Ninh), Huu Nghi (Lang Son), Lao Cai, Na Meo (Thanh Hoa), Nam Can (Nghe An), Cau Treo (Ha Tinh), Cha Lo (Quang Binh), La Lay and Lao Bao (Quang Tri), Bo Y (Kon Tum), Moc Bai and Xa Mat (Tay Ninh), Tinh Bien and Vinh Xuong (An Giang), Ha Tien (Kien Giang).
13 Sea Border Gates: Hon Gai and Cam Pha (Quang Ninh), Hai Phong, Nghi Son (Thanh Hoa), Vung Ang (Ha Tinh), Chan May (Thua Thien Hue), Da Nang, Nha Trang (Khanh Hoa), Quy Nhon (Binh Dinh), Dung Quat (Quang Ngai), Vung Tau (Ba Ria - Vung Tau), Ho Chi Minh City, Duong Dong (Kien Giang).

How to Apply for an E-Visa

Apply by yourself

You need to prepare your documents and submit your information on the official Vietnam Immigration Department website

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How to Submit Pre-arrival Form

Watch the full instructions here.

Step 1: Access the Pre-arrival Information website directly.

Note: You can complete the declaration up to 72 hours before your arrival, so it’s best to do it before your flight to avoid crowding at the airport.

Step 2: Choose Create & Submit Pre-arrival information.

Select your preferred language.
Enter the CAPTCHA and click Verify.
Choose your Nationality and click Continue.

Step 3: Fill in your passenger information (Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory)

Fill in basic details such as your expected Date of arrival, Passport number, Full name, Gender, etc.
Upload your Passport data image.
Tick confirmation and fill in your Visa information (If you are traveling with family members or children, you can add additional passengers in this section).

Step 4: Enter your Trip information (Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory)

Provide your Departure location before arriving in Vietnam, the Purpose of entry, Means of transportation, and Flight number.
Provide your Accommodation address in Vietnam and Workplace information (for Business and work purposes).

Step 5: Receive your QR code

Click Submit after filling in all the information.
Verify with an email OTP.
Save the QR code that is sent to your email.

When you arrive at the airport, simply present it to the immigration officer to complete the procedure.