Last updated: Aug 2025
Getting into Vietnam is easier than ever, but rules do change. Here’s your essential 2025 update for all things Vietnam visa, with details for UK, US, Australian, Canadian, and EU travelers.
E-Visa (Most Travelers Use This!)
- Eligible Countries: UK, US, AU, CA, EU, NZ, and 80+ others
- Apply online: Vietnam Government E-Visa Portal.
- Fee: $25 USD, single entry; $50 USD, multiple entry
- Validity: 90 days, single or multiple entries
- Processing: 3 working days (sometimes a bit more during busy periods)
Where valid: All international airports, most land and sea ports
Visa Exemptions (No Visa Needed!)
- UK, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Norway: 45 days visa-free
- Japan, South Korea, Russia: 45 days visa-free
- Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Laos, Cambodia: 30 days visa-free
Other Western countries (including the US, Australia, and Canada): E-visa required
Visa on Arrival
No longer available for tourist visits—must have an e-visa or exemption before arrival.
Where to Apply for a Visa
- E-visa: Apply online before arrival
- Embassy/Consulate: Only needed for special cases (long stays, work/study)
Land vs. Air Arrival
- E-visa is valid at all major airports and land crossings.
Be sure to enter at the border point you put on your application—if you change plans, you may need a new e-visa.
Extensions & Overstays
- Tourist visas can sometimes be extended, but rules change often—ask Baktrax or check with your hotel on arrival.
Overstays incur fines; always renew in advance.
Required Documents
- Passport valid 6+ months
- Printed e-visa approval letter
- Proof of onward travel (rarely checked but good to have)
Internal Links for Planning Your Vietnam Trip:
For the latest, always check the official site:
Vietnam E-Visa Portal