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Vietnam visas
Most travellers enter Vietnam on an e-visa, applied for online through the National e-Visa portal, which the portal says is available to citizens of all countries and territories. Citizens of certain countries are exempt from a visa for short stays. Vietnam’s immigration is overseen by the Vietnam Immigration Department. A Visa on Arrival also exists, but only for emergency situations — not for regular visitors. This hub explains the main routes in plain language and links to the official sources so you can confirm exactly what applies to you before you travel or apply.
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Important information
For most travellers the correct route is the e-visa, applied for on the official National e-Visa portal. Visa on Arrival is only for emergency situations, not regular visitors. Your exact requirements depend on your nationality and purpose of travel, so always confirm what you need with the official Vietnamese sources before you travel or apply.
Find the right Vietnam visa for you
Choose the category that matches your plans. Each route explains who it is for, what it covers and how to apply.
Vietnam visa overview
How to apply – in 3 simple steps
- Check eligibilityUse the quick checker to confirm which visa you need for your trip.
- Prepare documentsGather your passport, photos and supporting paperwork using our guides.
- Submit & trackSubmit your application and track its progress.
Apply for a Vietnam visa
Start an application online and follow the guided steps.
Explore Vietnam visa types
Every Vietnam route we cover, with a short summary of who it is for.
Vietnam Business Visa
A visa for travellers coming to Vietnam to work with Vietnamese businesses. Business travel can also be covered by the e-visa where its conditions are met.
Vietnam E-visa
An electronic visa issued through Vietnam’s National e-Visa portal to citizens of all countries and territories, on a single- or multiple-entry basis, for tourism, business, study, visiting relatives and similar purposes.
Vietnam Visa Exemption
Citizens of certain countries are exempt from a Vietnam visa under specific conditions, typically for short stays. Whether you qualify depends on your nationality.
Vietnam Visa on Arrival
A visa granted on arrival only in emergency situations — for example where there is no nearby Vietnamese mission, complex transit, or humanitarian reasons. It is not for regular visitors, who should use the e-visa.
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People also asked
Who can apply for a Vietnam e-visa?
According to the National e-Visa portal, the e-visa is available to citizens of all countries and territories. It is applied for entirely online at evisa.gov.vn.
How long is a Vietnam e-visa valid?
The National e-Visa portal states that the e-visa is valid for a stay of up to 90 days, on a single- or multiple-entry basis depending on the visa granted. Always check the exact validity of the e-visa you are issued.
Can I get a Vietnam visa on arrival for a holiday?
Visa on Arrival is intended only for emergency situations — for example where there is no nearby Vietnamese mission or complex transit. Regular visitors should apply for the e-visa on the official National e-Visa portal instead.