Whether I Need A Visa To Enter Vietnam

Vietnam Visa Policy 2025: Everything You Need to Know Before Traveling

Are you planning a Trip to Vietnam but Unsure About the Visa?

You’ve found cheap flights to Vietnam, you’re dreaming of Ha Long Bay sunsets, trekking in Sapa, and eating endless bowls of pho… but one question is holding you back: “Do I need a visa to enter Vietnam?”

Don’t worry — you’re not alone. At Golden Holiday Travel, we get this question every day from first-time travelers. The good news? Vietnam has made its visa process easier than ever, with new visa exemptions, e-visas, and updated policies that make traveling here smooth and stress-free.

Let’s break it down step by step so you can plan your trip with confidence.

Vietnam visa paper

Vietnam’s Visa Policy Explained

At Golden Holiday Travel, as a licensed local tour operator, we’ve guided countless travelers through Vietnam’s entry requirements. Here’s the latest visa policy update every traveler should know

1. Vietnam Visa Exemption (No Visa Required)

Starting from 2023, citizens of 25 countries can enjoy visa-free entry to Vietnam. All you need is a valid passport (6 months minimum validity + 2 blank pages).

• Asia: Thailand (30 days), Malaysia (30 days), Singapore (30 days), Indonesia (30 days), Cambodia (30 days), Laos (45 days), Philippines (21 days), Myanmar (30 days), Brunei (15 days), South Korea (45 days), Japan (45 days), Kyrgyzstan (45 days).
• Europe: Russia (45 days), Sweden (45 days), Denmark (45 days), Finland (45 days), Norway (45 days), UK (45 days), France (45 days), Germany (45 days), Spain (45 days), Italy (45 days), Belarus (45 days).
• South America: Chile & Panama (90 days).

A New Policy (Effective 15 August 2025 – 14 August 2028): Citizens of Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Switzerland can also enter visa-free for 45 days.

Pro tip: All travelers can enter directly to Phu Quoc Island & can stay 30 days visa-free, no matter their nationality – just show an onward ticket.

Rice harvest among local tribes in Hoang Su Phi rice terraces – Vietnam

How to Get a Vietnam Visa If You’re Not Exempt?

If your nationality isn’t on the exemption list, don’t worry. Vietnam has made it very easy to get a tourist visa & you will have 3 main options available

1. Vietnam e-Visa (Recommended)

• Available for citizens of 200+ countries (as listed below)

• Apply online at Vietnam e-visa website.

• Valid for a maximum of 90 days, for single or multiple entries.

• Processing time: 3 business days.

• E-visa fee: 25 USD for a single-entry visa / 50 USD for a multiple-entry visa.

• Entry points: 8 international airports (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Danang, etc.), 14 land borders, and 7 seaports.

Application Steps:

1. Prepare your portrait photo (.jpg format (4×6, white background, without glasses) & your passport data page image

2. Upload documents & fill out online form (name, passport number, single entry or multi-time entry, contact details…….)

3. Pay $25 USD or $ 50 USD fee ( up to your option).Copy down the document code provided

4. 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 at this link

5. Use your document code to locate your e-Visa online. Download and print the e-Visa in two copies for extra safety.

Pro Tip: With an e-Visa, you can go directly to immigration at your point of entry  – no need to wait at “Visa on Arrival” counters.

Vietnam's e-Visa is now available to nationals of 200 countries as listed below : 

• Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan
• Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, British India Ocean Territoryia, Brunei, Burkina Faso, Burundi
• Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, China, China (Taiwan), Colombia, Comoros, Congo, Costa Rica, Cote d' Ivoire, Cuba, Cyprus
• Denmark,Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic
• Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvado, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Estonia, Ethiopia
• Fiji, Finland, France
• Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Gibraltar, Greece, Greenland, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea,Guinea-Bissau, Guyana
• Haiti, Holy See (Vatican City State ), Honduras, Hungary
• Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran Ilasmic Republic of, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy
• Jamaica, Japan, Jordan
• Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Korea Democratic Peoples Republic of, Kosovo, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan
• Lao Peoples Democratic Republic, Latvia, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, Liechtenstein, Lithuania
• Macedonia The former Yugoslav of, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Mali, Malta, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia Federated States of, Moldova, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Montserrat, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar
• Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, Netherland, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Norway
• Oman
• Pakistan, Palau, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal
• Qatar, Republic of Korea, Romania, Russian Federation, Rwanda
• Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Sweden, Syrian Arab Republic
• Tajikistan, Tanzania United Republic of, Timor Leste, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu
• Uganda, Ukraine
• United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom (British Citizen), United States, Uruguay, Uzbekistan
• Vanuatu, Venezuela
• Yemen
• Zambia, Zimbabwe

Click here for a full guide on how to apply for Vietnam's e-Visa.

Beautiful Tam Coc rice fields in Ninh Binh

2.Vietnam Visa on Arrival (VOA)

If you are planning a multiple-entry visit or a stay of more than 30 days, you will want to apply for a Vietnam visa on arrival. To do this you'll need:

• Approval letter from a Vietnamese agency/embassy ( applied at the application form) – Get it & bring along with you for the flight's check-in

• Two 4×6 passport photo with a white background and no glasses

• When you arrive at Vietnam airports, submit the above-mentioned documents at the visa-on-arrival counter to have the visa stamped in your passport (pay stamping fee ($25–50 USD at airport in USD or VND).

3. Visa at Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate.

If you are near a Vietnamese embassy or consulate, you can submit your photo, application form, passport, and visa fee in person. After 3 working days, you will recieved application result. This website will guide you through the process.

Common Problems with Vietnam Visas (and How We Can Help)

Planning a trip to Vietnam should be exciting, not stressful. Unfortunately, many travelers run into issues with their visas – sometimes at the very last minute. Here are the most common problems and how Golden Holiday Travel can help you avoid them

❌ Scams When Applying Online

Not every website offering “Vietnam Visa Services” is genuine. In fact, many travelers on Vietnam travel forums have reported being tricked by fake visa websites – losing money on applying on fake sites or paying unexpected hidden fees.

How We Help: As a licensed local tour operator, we only use official government channels to process visas. You can trust that your visa is 100% valid and hassle-free.

❌ Problem 2: Last-Minute Visa Delays

You applied for your e-visa, but it hasn’t arrived – and your flight is tomorrow. Or worse, you’re already at the airport and immigration says your visa is invalid.
Our Solution: With our Urgent Visa Support, we can fast-track your visa processing or assist you immediately at the airport so your trip doesn’t get ruined before it even starts.

❌ Problem 3: Confusion About Which Visa Type You Need

Should you get an e-visa, a visa on arrival, or rely on visa exemption? Many travelers waste time (and money) applying for the wrong type of visa.
Our Solution: We offer Free Vietnam Travel Consultation to help you choose the correct visa option based on your nationality, trip length, and travel style –  saving you the headache of paperwork mistakes.

❌ Problem 4: Travel Plans Get Complicated

Even after sorting out your visa, you still have to book hotels, transfers, and tours – and that can be overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time in Vietnam.
Our Solution: Our Custom Vietnam Holiday Packages take care of everything – from airport pick-up and comfortable hotels to guided tours and authentic local experiences.

With Golden Holiday Travel, you’ll never have to worry about Vietnam visa headaches. We handle the paperwork while you focus on enjoying Vietnam’s breathtaking landscapes, delicious cuisine, and rich culture.

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So, do you need a visa to enter Vietnam?

• If your country is on the exemption list → just pack your bags and fly.

• If not → the e-Visa is your easiest option.

Either way, Vietnam is waiting for you with open arms – from the misty mountains of Sapa to the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An.

Don’t let visa confusion delay your trip. Contact Golden Holiday Travel today and we’ll guide you through every step.