How long can I stay with a Vietnam eVisa?

Vietnam's eVisa can be valid for up to 90 days and can be issued for single or multiple entry. The dates and conditions on the issued eVisa control the authorised stay.

Can I extend my Vietnam eVisa?

Do not assume the eVisa can simply be extended. Vietnam Immigration states that an eVisa holder in Vietnam may be considered for a new visa if invited or guaranteed by an eligible organisation or individual; seek official advice before the current permission expires.

Vietnam travel requirements

Vietnam visa and entry requirements

Check the visa and entry requirements for Vietnam based on your passport and trip, then continue to the correct official route.

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Select your passport country to see the visa and entry requirements that may apply for Vietnam.

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Vietnam provides visa exemptions for specified passport countries and an official eVisa route for eligible travellers. Vietnam Immigration recommends its official pre-arrival form, while current guidance presents it as recommended rather than a universal mandatory arrival card.

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Check your requirements

Some passport holders can enter Vietnam visa-free for limited stays, while others may need an eVisa. Vietnam Immigration recommends completing the official pre-arrival form before entry. Check your passport and trip details before travel.

Who needs a visa or travel document?

Visa, travel-authorisation and declaration requirements for Vietnam depend on passport, purpose, route and intended stay. Check the official source linked with the relevant option for the current rule that applies to you.

Vietnam Immigration recommends the official pre-arrival form; the page does not support a claim that it is universally mandatory.

For work, study, residence or other travel purposes, check the relevant government requirements separately.

Other visa and entry options

For travel purposes not covered above, check the relevant government requirements before you book.

Vietnam visa and entry options

Compare the documents that may apply to your trip, including who they are for, permitted stays and processing guidance.

Electronic visa

Vietnam eVisa

Foreign passport holders eligible to use Vietnam's official eVisa system.

Allows

Entry through an approved checkpoint for the purpose and period stated on the issued eVisa.

Validity

Up to 90 days, as stated on the issued eVisa.

Entries

Single-entry or multiple-entry, depending on the option selected and issued.

Maximum stay

Up to the expiry date and period authorised by the issued eVisa, with a maximum validity of 90 days.

Official processing guidance

Check the Vietnam Immigration portal for current processing guidance and application status.

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You can also apply directly through the official government website without paying our service fee. Government fees may still apply.

Optional pre-arrival information form

Vietnam pre-arrival form

Travellers who choose to provide pre-arrival information through the official Vietnam Immigration service.

Allows

Advance submission of travel information; it is not a visa and does not grant entry permission.

Validity

For the declared arrival.

Entries

One pre-arrival submission

Maximum stay

Not applicable; visa and immigration permission are determined separately.

Official processing guidance

Vietnam Immigration recommends completing the pre-arrival form before entry.

Apply on the official government website

What to prepare

Have these details and documents ready before you apply. Additional documents may be requested depending on your passport, travel purpose or application.

The passport that will be used for travel

Current contact, itinerary and accommodation information

A compliant photograph where the application requests one

Purpose-specific evidence requested by the issuing authority

Processing times

Processing times vary by document and authority. Use the official guidance shown with the relevant option and apply early enough for government review.

Plan around official processing times

Government processing times can vary. Apply early and use the guidance shown for the document you need.

Continue to the official application

Visa, travel-authorisation and entry decisions are made by the relevant government and border authorities.

Your application checklist

Confirm the right route, prepare your details and documents, then continue to the official application when you are ready.

Check your requirements

Start with your passport country and destination to see the relevant travel document route.

Complete the online form

Use the official Vietnam application or declaration service linked from the relevant route.

Upload required documents

Provide only the passport, photograph, travel and purpose-specific evidence requested by the authority.

Review your details

Check that your application details match your passport and travel itinerary exactly.

Submit your application

Submit through the official authority and retain its receipt or reference number.

Receive updates by email

Keep the authority's decision and any government emails accessible while travelling.

Prepare with confidence

Follow a clear route from checking requirements to preparing the details requested by the relevant authority.

Before you travel

Keep government decisions and confirmations accessible, and check the official rules again before departure.

Check that your passport validity meets the destination rules

Confirm your travel dates and accommodation details

Review the latest entry conditions before departure

Carry the approved document if required, digitally or printed

Keep government emails and status updates accessible while travelling

Requirements can change before departure

Vietnam travel document questions

Answers to common questions about Vietnam visas and entry requirements.

Vietnam provides visa exemptions to specified passport countries and traveller categories. Use Vietnam Immigration's current official eligibility information; if no exemption applies, the eVisa may be available.

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Check your requirements for Vietnam and continue to the relevant official application route.

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