The Vietnam e-visa, introduced in 2017, simplifies entry into Vietnam by providing a 30-day maximum stay for travelers. This online visa was designed to streamline the application process, making it faster and more convenient for visitors to Vietnam.
What is the Vietnam E-Visa?
The Vietnam e-visa is an electronic travel authorization that allows visitors to stay in Vietnam for up to 30 days. It covers a range of travel purposes, including business, tourism, education, family visits, investment, media, and employment. The e-visa aims to expedite the entry process for foreign travelers and is accepted at all international airports in Vietnam.
How to Apply for a Vietnam E-Visa
To apply for a Vietnam e-visa, you need to complete a straightforward online application. Here’s what you need to provide:
- Passport Information: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Vietnam.
- Passport Page Image: A clear image of the passport page with your bio-data.
- Passport-Style Photo: A recent passport-style photograph of yourself.
- Accommodation Details: The address where you will be staying in Vietnam.
- Payment Method: A debit or credit card to pay the e-visa application fee.
- Email Address: A current email address to receive your e-visa.
Once approved, print at least one copy of your Vietnam e-visa to present at the border for expedited entry.
Vietnam’s ASEAN Visa
Vietnam is part of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), and there are plans to introduce a common ASEAN visa soon. This visa will allow for entry into all ASEAN member countries with a single visa.
Currently, the ASEAN visa application process is not active. Until it becomes available, travelers must apply for the Vietnam e-visa to enter the country. We will update this information as soon as new details about the ASEAN visa are announced.
Countries Eligible for the Vietnam E-Visa
The Vietnam e-visa is available to travelers from the following countries:
- Andorra
- Argentina
- Armenia
- Australia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Brazil
- Brunei Darussalam
- Bulgaria
- Canada
- Chile
- China
- Colombia
- Croatia
- Cuba
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Federated States of Micronesia
- Fiji
- Finland
- France
- Georgia
- Germany
- Greece
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Iceland
- India
- Ireland
- Italy
- Japan
- Kazakhstan
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Macau
- Macedonia
- Malta
- Marshall Islands
- Mexico
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Mongolia
- Montenegro
- Myanmar
- Nauru
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Norway
- Palau
- Panama
- Papua New Guinea
- Peru
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Qatar
- Republic of Cyprus
- Romania
- Russian Federation
- Samoa
- San Marino
- Serbia
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Solomon Islands
- South Korea
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Timor-Leste
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Uruguay
- Vanuatu
- Venezuela
For a smooth and hassle-free trip, ensure you apply for the e-visa well in advance of your travel date.
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