How to get a visa to Vietnam
While most nationalities require a visa to visit Vietnam, obtaining a tourist visa is relatively easy for many. The e-Visa option is now available to citizens of all countries, including those from the EU, the UK, the US, Australia, New Zealand, and various countries in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. To obtain an e-Visa, travelers can apply through a user-friendly online form before traveling.
What documents do I need for a Vietnam visa application?
Please make sure you prepare the following documents for your visa application process:
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1. Apply for your visa through the local embassy
The process of getting a business visa or a tourist visa is generally the same. Most tourists get their visa through a Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate office in their country of residence or in a travel country before entering Vietnam.
For a tourist visa, you will need to submit:
- Application form: You can complete the form online
( https://visa.mofa.gov.vn) or download the PDF file and fill it out. - Original passport: Must be valid for at least 6 months from the intended date of entry. If you request a loose-leaf visa, a copy of your passport is sufficient.
- 01 passport-sized photo without glasses. One additional photo is needed if you apply for a loose-leaf visa.
- Visa fees: Must be paid by money order, cashier’s check, or company check. Cash is accepted if you submit your application in person. The fee will depend on the type of visa you are applying for.
- Mail Service: A prepaid self-addressed return envelope is required if you want your passport returned by post (FedEx and USPS are recommended).
The form and the fee can vary by country, so please check directly with the Vietnamese embassy or consulate to which you are applying.
A business visa usually also requires a letter of support from your sponsor agency or company in Vietnam. In person, the process usually takes 7–10 working days, and by mail, it usually takes 2–3 weeks, depending on the service you use. However, times can vary considerably by embassy or consulate. If you are mailing your application, please make sure to arrange how your passport with visa will be returned to you.
2. Apply for your visa on arrival
Another option to obtain a visa is to apply for an approval letter online and pick up the visa upon landing at international airports in Vietnam. Here are the steps involved in this process:
- Submit an online form for the pre-approved visa letter.
- Receive the visa letter in 3–5 working days (in emergency cases, it can be processed in just 2–3 hours).
- Prepare all documents and the required stamping fee, board the plane to Vietnam, and get the visa stamped in your passport upon arrival at a Vietnam airport.
Note: Visa on arrival is applicable to air travel only.
3. Apply online for an e-visa
The e-visa is by far the simplest way to obtain a visa for Vietnam. The process involves the following steps:
- Use the secure online form to submit your application.
- Upload your passport bio page and a passport-sized photo.
- Pay the e-visa fee.
- Wait 5–7 working days for the e-visa to be delivered to your email, or download the e-visa here. Expedited service is also available upon request.
- Print the e-visa document and present it at the immigration counter at a Vietnam airport.
Visa information by country
| Country | Mission locations | City | Distance to Vietnam |
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| Argentina |
Buenos Aires |
17192 km (10682 mi) | |
| Australia |
Canberra
Sydney
Perth |
6972 km (4332 mi) | |
| Austria |
Vienna |
Cities [show]
|
9135 km (5676 mi) |
| Belarus |
Minsk |
8118 km (5044 mi) | |
| Belgium |
Brussels |
9751 km (6059 mi) | |
| Brazil |
Brasilia |
Cities [show]
|
17881 km (11111 mi) |
| Brunei |
Bandar Seri Begawan |
1273 km (791 mi) | |
| Bulgaria |
Sofia |
8370 km (5201 mi) | |
| Cambodia |
Batambang
Phnom Penh
Sihanoukville |
Cities [show]
|
457 km (284 mi) |
| Canada |
Vancouver
Ottawa |
11573 km (7191 mi) | |
| Chile |
Santiago |
17611 km (10943 mi) | |
| China |
Shanghai
Kunming
Hong Kong
Guangzhou
NanNing
Beijing |
2458 km (1528 mi) | |
| Cuba |
Havana |
16004 km (9944 mi) | |
| Czech Republic |
Prague |
9016 km (5602 mi) | |
| Denmark |
Copenhagen |
9242 km (5743 mi) | |
| Finland |
Helsinki |
8241 km (5121 mi) | |
| France |
Paris |
Cities [show]
|
10073 km (6259 mi) |
| Germany |
Frankfurt
Berlin |
9328 km (5796 mi) | |
| Greece |
Athens |
8727 km (5422 mi) | |
| Hungary |
Budapest |
8775 km (5453 mi) | |
| India |
New Delhi
Mumbai |
3190 km (1982 mi) | |
| Indonesia |
Jakarta |
1764 km (1096 mi) | |
| Israel |
Tel Aviv |
7645 km (4751 mi) | |
| Italy |
Rome |
9437 km (5864 mi) | |
| Japan |
Osaka
Tokyo
Fukuoka |
3865 km (2402 mi) | |
| Kazakhstan |
Astana |
5350 km (3324 mi) | |
| Kuwait |
Kuwait City |
6436 km (3999 mi) | |
| Laos |
Vientiane
Luang Prabang
Savannakhet
Pakse |
891 km (553 mi) | |
| Malaysia |
Kuala Lumpur |
Cities [show]
|
1295 km (805 mi) |
| Mexico |
Mexico City |
14649 km (9102 mi) | |
| Mongolia |
Ulaanbaatar |
3671 km (2281 mi) | |
| Myanmar |
Yangon |
1568 km (974 mi) | |
| Netherlands |
The Hague |
9638 km (5989 mi) | |
| New Zealand |
Wellington |
Cities [show]
|
9164 km (5694 mi) |
| Norway |
Oslo |
9178 km (5703 mi) | |
| Panama |
Panama City |
17311 km (10757 mi) | |
| Philippines |
Manila |
Cities [show]
|
1465 km (910 mi) |
| Poland |
Warsaw |
Cities [show]
|
8723 km (5420 mi) |
| Qatar |
Doha |
6064 km (3768 mi) | |
| Romania |
Bucharest |
8377 km (5205 mi) | |
| Russia |
Yekaterinburg
Vladivostok
Moscow |
5283 km (3283 mi) | |
| Saudi Arabia |
Riyadh |
6684 km (4153 mi) | |
| Singapore |
Singapore City |
1495 km (929 mi) | |
| Slovakia |
Bratislava |
8736 km (5428 mi) | |
| South Africa |
Pretoria |
Cities [show]
|
10362 km (6439 mi) |
| South Korea |
Seoul |
3111 km (1933 mi) | |
| Spain |
Madrid |
10768 km (6691 mi) | |
| Sweden |
Stockholm |
Cities [show]
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8635 km (5366 mi) |
| Switzerland |
Bern |
9617 km (5976 mi) | |
| Thailand |
Bangkok
Khon Kaen |
808 km (502 mi) | |
| Turkey |
Ankara |
Cities [show]
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7573 km (4706 mi) |
| United Arab Emirates |
Abu Dhabi |
5793 km (3599 mi) | |
| United Kingdom |
London |
10033 km (6234 mi) | |
| United States |
Houston
Washington
New York
San Francisco |
Cities [show]
Arizona
Atlanta Austin Boston California Charlotte Chicago Colorado Columbia Connecticut Dallas Denver Detroit El Paso Florida Georgia Hawaii Illinois Indiana Indianapolis Kentucky Las Vegas Los Angeles Miami Michigan New Orleans Ohio Pennsylvania Philadelphia Portland Puerto Rico San Diego Seattle Texas |
14100 km (8761 mi) |
| Uzbekistan |
Tashkent |
5183 km (3221 mi) | |
| Venezuela |
Caracas |
17668 km (10979 mi) |
Questions and Answers (05)
Maurtius is not included in the list. How to apply for the visa?
Mauritius passport holders are now eligible for the e-visa online. You can apply by visiting the official website below:
https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/trang-chu-ttdt
Hello - I'm an overseas Vietnamese living in the United States, am I eligible for a 5-year visa exemption? If so, where can I apply and what documents are needed? - Thank you.
@Trinh, Yes, you are eligible for the 5-year visa exemption. Please contact the nearest embassy or consulate of Vietnam in the USA for the application procedures.
Frequently asked questions
1. How fast can I get a visa for Vietnam?
The quickiest way to obtain a visa for Vietnam is by applying for a visa on arrival. A pre-approved visa letter can be processed in as fast as 2 hours with emergency processing, and services are also available on weekends.
2. I am a cruise passenger, how can I apply for a visa?
You may request the cruise operator to arrange a visa for your entry. As of 2025, the entry visa fee for cruise passengers remains USD 25 per person. Alternatively, you can apply for an e-visa online using our service here.
3. How can I get a visa to travel overland from Cambodia to Vietnam?
There are two main options to obtain a visa for overland travel into Vietnam:
- Apply for a visa at the Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate in Cambodia (currently available in 4 locations).
- E-visa — available to citizens of over 150 countries and accepted at 16 international land border checkpoints.
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