e-Visa Vietnam 🇻🇳

Single or multiple inputs

Since August 15, 2023, citizens of 13 nationalities (including French, German, Spanish and Italian) can travel to Vietnam without a visa and stay for up to 45 days. After that, an e-visa is required for a stay of up to 90 days, for one or more entries into Vietnam.

To apply for an e-Visa, the passport must be valid for at least 1 month after the planned date of departure from Vietnam, as opposed to 6 months for the visa waiver. It is not possible to extend the duration of your Vietnam e-Visa stay in Vietnam. To stay longer, you'll need to leave the country and apply for a new e-Visa, or take advantage of the visa waiver if eligible.

e-Visa holders can enter Vietnam via Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi or Danang airports, among others.

How to apply for a Vietnam e-Visa

Single rate of 39 € per passenger
Excluding consular fees, if applicable


Frequently asked questions about Vietnam e-Visa

Between its paradisiacal beaches and remarkable monuments, Vietnam has plenty to please tourists in search of a change of scenery. Vietnamese gastronomy alone, with its phở, bò bún and bánh bao, is enough to make Vietnam a dream destination! Preferably during the dry season, between November and April, explore the many facets of Vietnam for business or pleasure with a visa tailored to your needs.

Discover now the services of our agency specialized in travel documents for individuals and professionals and prepare your trip to Vietnam with complete peace of mind, thanks to an official electronic visa obtained as quickly as possible. Follow the guide to find out more about the different visas available for Vietnam, their prices and how to obtain them.

What visas are available for Vietnam?

Vietnam visa

The Vietnamese government has reintroduced its visa waiver policy for stays of 45 days or less in the country for various nationalities, including French, German, Spanish and Italian nationals. To benefit from this visa waiver, you need a passport valid for at least 6 months after the end of your stay, and a ticket to leave Vietnam within 45 days. After 45 days in Vietnam, you will need to apply for a visa or e-visa.

A classic or electronic visa for Vietnam is valid for a maximum of 90 days. It is issued for a variety of travel purposes, including tourism, business and volunteer work. It is valid for a single or multiple entry into Vietnam, depending on the document chosen.

During the visa validity period, it is therefore not possible, for example, to travel to a neighboring country and then return to Vietnam with a single-entry e-Visa. Once the 90 days are up, however, you can leave the country and apply for a new e-Visa for Vietnam, or even leave the country and re-enter without a visa if your stay is less than 45 days and your nationality is covered by the visa exemption mentioned above.

To obtain a visa for Vietnam, you can go in person to the Vietnamese embassy in your country of residence. In France, this is 61, rue de Miromesnil, 75008 Paris. To save time, you can also choose to send your application by registered mail with acknowledgement of receipt to the Embassy, or even make a fully paperless electronic visa application. The latter is the option offered by Visamundi. Our services include handling e-visa applications for individuals and businesses, to facilitate departures to Vietnam and other international destinations.

How much does a visa for Vietnam cost?

With Visamundi, an e-visa for Vietnam costs you the price of a visa, plus a service fee per traveler. Consular fees for a Vietnam visa are €23 for a single-entry e-visa and €46 for a multiple-entry document.

Our e-Visas for Vietnam are valid for up to 90 days and must be used within 90 days of issue. You can't apply for a visa with our agency without knowing your date of arrival in the destination country. You also need to know your address in the country you're visiting- at least the first one if you're staying in more than one accommodation during your stay in Vietnam - in order to complete your application via our online form. If any information is missing, you can re-submit your request at a later date, thanks to our data backup system.

Don't hesitate to ask us for your invoice when you apply for an electronic visa for Vietnam. If your application is unfortunately refused by the Vietnamese authorities, we are committed to providing you with real financial security and to reimbursing all the costs of your visa application.

How do I apply for an electronic visa for Vietnam?

Choose simplicity and efficiency by submitting your electronic visa application for Vietnam to Visamundi. Everything happens entirely online. From our form, all you need to do is send us the reason for your trip, your date of arrival in Vietnam and your date of departure, as well as essential information about your identity. Only two documents need to be provided to us: a copy of your passportvalid for at least 1 month after your departure from Vietnam, and a recent passport photo.

Our team takes care of all the paperwork involved in your Vietnam e-visa application. We check the conformity of your documents and obtain an answer from the competent authorities regarding your e-visa application for Vietnam within a relatively short time, generally 6 days. If your application is accepted, we will send you your residence permit in electronic format (PDF), which you can print out before arriving at your destination. If you lose this official document, please contact us to receive a free copy by e-mail.

We remain available at all times by phone, email, social networks and online chat to answer any questions you may have about your current or future e-visa application. Vietnam is one of a list of Asian countries to discover with Visamundi. Tell us about your e-visa application for Cambodia,India, Laos, Mongolia, Myanmar (Burma), South Korea, Sri Lanka, Thailand or Vietnam, and travel with peace of mind thanks to our services.

Entry points eligible for Vietnam e-Visa

Airports

  • Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport
  • Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat International Airport
  • Hai Phong Cat Bi International Airport
  • Cam Ranh International Airport
  • Can Tho International Airport
  • Da Nang International Airport
  • Phu Bai International Airport
  • Phu Quoc International Airport
  • Van Don International Airport
  • Dong Hoi Airport
  • Lien Khuong Airport
  • Phu Cat Airport
  • Tho Xuan Airport

Seaports

  • Port of Cam Pha
  • Port of Chan May
  • Port of Da Nang
  • Port of Dung Quat
  • Port of Duong Dong
  • Port of Ho Chi Minh City
  • Hon Gai harbor
  • Port of Hai Phong
  • Port of Nha Trang
  • Port of Nghi Son
  • Port of Quy Nhon
  • Vung Ang harbour
  • Port of Vung Tau

Land borders

  • Bo Y (border with Laos 🇱🇦)
  • Cha Lo (border with Laos 🇱🇦)
  • Cau Treo (border with Laos🇱🇦)
  • Lao Bao (border with Laos 🇱🇦)
  • La Lay (border with Laos 🇱🇦)
  • Nam Can (border with Laos 🇱🇦)
  • Na Meo (border with Laos 🇱🇦)
  • Tay Trang (border with Laos 🇱🇦)
  • Vinh Xuong (border with Cambodia 🇰🇭)
  • Xa Mat (border with Cambodia 🇰🇭)
  • Ha Tien (border with Cambodia 🇰🇭)
  • Tinh Bien (border with Cambodia 🇰🇭)
  • Moc Bai (border with Cambodia 🇰🇭)
  • Lao Cai (border with China 🇨🇳)
  • Mong Cai (border with China 🇨🇳)
  • Huu Nghi (border with China 🇨🇳)

I am travelling to Vietnam for less than 45 days. Do I need to apply for an e-Visa?

Only a few nationalities are concerned by the visa exemption, including French, German, Spanish and Italian citizens, who do not need to apply for a visa for a stay of up to 45 days. Other nationalities must apply for an e-Visa, from the first day of their presence in Vietnam.

Which nationalities are exempt from visa requirements in Vietnam?

Certain nationalities are exempt from visa requirements, depending on the authorized length of stay:

  • 14 days: Brunei
  • 21 days: Philippines
  • 30 days: Cambodia, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand
  • 45 days: Belarus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Norway, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
  • 90 days: Chile, Panama

In addition, for stays of 45 to 90 days maximum, almost 80 nationalities are eligible for e-Visa, including French, Spanish, Italian and German nationals.

How long can I travel with a Vietnam e-Visa?

The maximum travel time is 90 days.

What documents do I need to apply for a visa to Vietnam?

You'll need to provide a copy of your passport and a recent passport photo. These documents must be legible and in color.

Do minors need to apply for a visa to travel to Vietnam?

Yes, the e-Visa application also applies to minors.

Do I need an e-Visa to transit Vietnam?

Travellers in transit through Vietnam must obtain a visa in advance.

Is the Vietnam e-Visa single or multiple entry?

The e-Visa for Vietnam is single or multiple entry, with consular fees varying from single to double.

What reasons for travel to Vietnam are eligible for an online visa?

You can travel for tourism, business or to fulfill a volunteer mission.

How many days will it take to use my Vietnam e-Visa?

From the date of issue, your e-Visa can be used within a maximum of 90 days. It is therefore advisable to anticipate your request and to know your official date of entry into Vietnam in order to preserve the validity of your document.

Can I extend the validity of my visa in Vietnam?

To stay longer than 90 days in the country, you'll need to leave the country and re-enter, or if your nationality allows you to stay for 45 days without a visa(visa waiver program -45 days). It is not possible to extend or renew your visa in Vietnam.

How long will it take to process my request?

Once your documents have been checked for conformity, the processing time by the authorities is around 6 days.

Is it advisable to present my Vietnam e-Visa on paper?

It is advisable to print out your electronic travel authorization in order to present a paper document to the authorities. We will send you your e-Visa in PDF format.

From which entry points in Vietnam can I present my e-Visa?

You can present your e-Visa at over 40 land, sea and airport entry points. All major tourist entry points are eligible.

For more information, our agency is available by chat or e-mail to inform you about these entry conditions.

I'm planning several trips to Vietnam's neighbouring countries. What do I need to do about visa formalities?

Our agency can assist you with other e-Visas procedures that may involve entry to other Asian countries. Cambodia,India, Laos, South Korea, Mongolia, Myanmar (Burma), Sri Lanka and Thailand have been added to the list of Asian destinations offered by Visamundi.

How much does an e-Visa for Vietnam cost?

The rate includes the €23 or €46 consular fee, to which we add our service charge, following our assistance with this travel formality.

Can I get a visa on arrival in Vietnam?

The e-Visa cannot be obtained on arrival in Vietnam. For a stay of more than 45 days, an online application must be made before your departure, and you must obtain travel approval in electronic format.

How long must my passport be valid to travel to Vietnam?

You need to check that your passport is valid for at least 30 days after your planned departure date from Vietnam to apply for an e-Visa, or 6 months under the Visa Waiver Program.

What should I do if my Vietnam visa is rejected?

If we inform you by e-mail that your e-visa has not been approved by the authorities, we will refund your application fee. You will then be advised to go to an embassy to apply for a paper visa.

Vietnam: mandatory and recommended vaccines

Recommended vaccines

  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B: For long or repeated stays
  • Japanese encephalitis: For expatriates or those who must remain in rural areas during the transmission period.
  • Malaria: Year-round transmission below 1500 m, particularly in the four provinces of Dak Lak, Dak Nong, Gia Lai and Kon Tum, as well as in Binh Phuoc province and the western parts of the coastal provinces of Khanh Hoa, Ninh Thuan, Quang Nam and Quang Tri. Lack of transmission in urban centers, the Red River delta, the Mekong delta and the central coastal plains.
  • Rabies: Isolated, prolonged stay
  • Typhoid fever: Prolonged stay or poor sanitary conditions