As we know, Vietnam currently offers visa exemptions from 15 to 30 days for citizens of 22 countries holding valid ordinary passports and e-Visas to visitors from 46 countries. See the list below to find out if your nationality is eligible for a visa exemption. If not, you can easily apply for a visa to Vietnam either online through Vietnam's new E-Visa or in person at a Vietnamese embassy or consulate.
“All nationalities traveling directly to Phu Quoc Island are allowed to stay on the island for no more than 30 days without a visa. If you're taking advantage of Phu Quoc's visa exemption you will need to show an outbound ticket on arrival in Vietnam.”
If you would like to have landing visa for single / multiple entry visit or a stay of more than 30 days, you will want to apply for a visa on arrival. Our company can do Landing visa for tourist from 46 countries as E-Visa only. (Check below for the list of 46 countries available for E-Visa)
To do landing visa, you'll need:
Before travelling to Vietnam
At arrival airport, present your documents to customs
If you are near a Vietnamese embassy or consulate, you can submit your photo, application form, passport, and visa fee in person. This website will guide you through the process.
If you are unable to reach a Vietnamese embassy, or are short on time, there are trusted services online who can provide you a valid Letter of Approval for a fee. Bring this letter and your other documents to the Visa on Arrival counter at the Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City or Danang airport when you land.
You will need to pay your visa stamp fee in USD or Vietnamese Dong if you are picking up your visa on arrival at the airport.
Vietnam's new E-visa is now available to nationals of 46 countries:
Azerbaijan, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Belarus, Bulgaria, Brunei, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Cuba,
Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Luxembourg, Myanmar,
Mongolia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Peru, Poland, Philippines, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Spain,
South Korea, Sweden, Timor Leste, Uruguay, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Venezuela.
It takes about three working days to process, costs 25 USD, and is a single-entry visa, valid for 30 days. The E-visa is accepted at eight international airports in Vietnam including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Danang; as well as 14 land crossings and seven seaports.
Step 1: Prepare the required materials:
Step 2: Click this link or access www.immigration.gov.vn and go to 'E-visa Issuance' then click on the link for 'Outside Vietnam foreigners'.
Step 3: Upload your .jpg images (passport data page and passport photo) and fill out the required fields on the form completely. Submit your form.
Step 4: Pay the E-visa fee of 25 USD. Copy down the document code provided.
Step 5: Within three working days you should receive news of your E-visa application via email. If not, you can also run a search for your E-visa
Step 6: Use your document code to locate your E-visa online. Download and print the E-visa in two copies for extra safety.
Travelers with an E-visa can go directly to immigration counters at their point of entry and do not need to queue at Visa on Arrival counters.
Who do not need visa when visiting Vietnam?
Tourists in following 22 countries no need visa to Vietnam if their travell is below the period of time
|
Country |
No need visa to Vietnam for a period of time |
1 |
Singapore |
30 days |
2 |
Malaysia |
30 days |
3 |
Cambodia |
30 days |
4 |
Laos |
30 days |
5 |
Thailand |
30 days |
6 |
Indonesia |
30 days |
7 |
The Philippine |
21 days |
8 |
Brunei |
15 days |
9 |
Myanmar |
14 days |
10 |
Korea |
15 days |
11 |
Japan |
15 days |
12 |
Russia |
15 days |
13 |
Norway |
15 days |
14 |
Denmark |
15 days |
15 |
Sweden |
15 days |
16 |
Finland |
15 days |
17 |
France |
15 days |
18 |
Germany |
15 days |
19 |
Spain |
15 days |
20 |
United Kingdom |
15 days |
21 |
Italy |
15 days |
22 |
Belarus |
15 days |
All tourists except from 22 countries above need to apply visa to Vietnam
How many ways to get visa to Vietnam?
There are 3 options to get visa to Vietnam
How to apply online visa to Vietnam?
To apply online Visa to Vietnam, please follow this link to the official website of Vietnam Immigration Department
https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn
Online visa apply: https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/en_US/web/guest/khai-thi-thuc-dien-tu/cap-thi-thuc-dien-tu
Online visa: Q&A https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/en_US/faq
Vietnam now provides applying visa online for 46 countries
Vietnam currently offers visa exemptions from 15 to 30 days for citizens of 22 countries. Find out if you qualify for a Vietnam visa exemption here.
You will be exempt from visa requirements to enter Vietnam if you are in one of these cases below: Overseas Vietnamese and foreigners who are spouses or children of overseas Vietnamese or Vietnamese citizens. Visitors in this group are allowed to stay visa-free for up to 6 months.
Find out more informations about the visa in the link below:
It’s depends on the numbers of day you will spend in Phu Quoc Island. In each case:
Foreigners and Vietnamese people holding foreign passports are allowed to stay in Phu Quoc Island for no more than 30 days without a visa.
Foreigners who transit via an international entry point into Vietnam (by air or sea) and then directly onwards to Phu Quoc Island can also take advantage of this 30-day visa-free policy.
Yes, but it is given in the case of travelers holding a pre-approval visa letter. This letter can be arranged within a few days via your local embassy or a third-party travel agent before your trip.
Vietnam also offers e-visas for stays of up to 30 days to citizens of 46 countries. You can find out more about e-visas and how to apply online in this article.
You can read all about the e-Visa application process on this page. For a short version of how to apply for Vietnam's e-Visa online, here’s the steps below.
Documents for e-Visa application:
4x6cm digital front facing, white background photo without glasses
Scan of passport details page (passport for at least 6 months more)
Follow these steps:
Step 1: Access https://www.immigration.gov.vn and fill in required information, upload your passport data page image and photo.
Step 2: Receive your document code and pay the e-Visa fee.
Step 3: Receive your e-Visa or related information within 3 working days from the submission of application and payment.
Step 4: Use your document code to check the result and print your e-Visa.
1. Who is eligible for an e-Visa?
Vietnam is currently launching a pilot e-Visa system for citizens from 46 countries. Click here for the list of 46 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 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. How can I check my e-Visa result?
To check an e-Visa result, follow these steps:
Note: Registration code must be saved in order to check and print e-Visa. No email will be sent regarding e-Visa results.
6. What if I have queries about my e-Visa?
Two options are available to answer queries:
1. 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.
2. Can a Vietnamese citizen invite or guarantee my stay in Vietnam and apply 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.
3. 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:
1. What photos are required for the application?
Two photos of the applicant must be uploaded:
Write your full name as it appears in the ICAO line of your passport data page.
3. 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.
1. How much is the e-Visa fee?
The current e-Visa fee is 25USD.
2. How can I make a payment for my e-Visa
Payment is made via bank account. To make a payment, follow these steps:
3. If my e-Visa is refused or unused, will my payment be refunded?
No. Payments for e-Visa applicationsare non-refundable.
1. 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 28 international checkpoints.
To check more information, visit Vietnam e-Visa website.
2. 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.
3. 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 thisvalidity period.
4. 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.
5. What if I want to enter Vietnam before my e-Visa validity period?
You must completea new e-Visa application. The previous e-Visa application will be cancelled once the new e-Visa is issued./.