Vietnam visa for United States citizens
As of 2024, US citizens require a valid visa to enter Vietnam and are eligible for the 90 day E-visa (single/multiple entry). The following documents are required:
- U.S. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the exit date.
- Passport has at least 2 blank visa pages.
Visa requirements
| Type of visa | Requirements | Maximum stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | Visa required | N/A |
| E-visa | Eligible | 90 days |
How to apply
Visitors from United States can choose one of the three available methods below to get a visa for Vietnam.
- e-Visa
- Visa on arrival
- Visa at embassy
Embassy and Consulate of Vietnam in United States
| City | Address |
|---|---|
| New York |
866 United Nations Plaza # 435, New York, Ny 10017 Close now - Open in 7 hours 19 minutes |
| Houston |
5251 Westheimer Road, Houston, Texas 77056, Usa, Suite 1100 Close now - Open in 7 hours 19 minutes |
| San Francisco |
1700 California St, Suite 580 San Francisco, Ca 94109 Close now |
| Washington |
1233 20Th Street, Nw, Suite 400, Washington, Dc 20036 Close now |
Vietnam visa fees for US residents
| Visa types | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | Urgent processing (2 working days) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) | 80 USD | 115 USD |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) | 80 USD | 115 USD |
| 3 Month Single Entry (Tourism) | 55 USD | 90 USD |
| 1 Month Single Entry (Tourism) | 55 USD | 90 USD |
Standard Processing time: e-Visa will be processed by 06:30 January 01, 2025 (Local Jenkintown time).
Today's holidays in United States
- There are no national holidays being observed in the United States today (Monday, December 23, 2024).
- The upcoming public holiday is Christmas Day, which will occur in 1 day, 23 hours from now.
Holidays are calculated using the local time in Washington D.C..
Information for US passports traveling to Vietnam
Visa requirements
American citizens planning to travel to Vietnam need a valid visa to enter the country. Several visa options are available:
- Tourist visas: valid for stays between 30 and 90 days.
- Family Visit Visa: requires proof of family relationships (e.g., spouse, parent, or child of a Vietnamese national) and is valid for up to one year.
- Business visa: requires sponsorship from an eligible company and is intended for business-related purposes.
Visa exemption for U.S. passports
The “5-year visa exemption” is available to those with a guarantor in Vietnam, generally a family member. To qualify, applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Passport or international travel document must be valid for at least 1 year.
- Having a guarantor (Vietnamese citizen) who is a spouse, or child of the American applicant, and the relationship must be proven by relevant documents specified in Article 2, Section 1 of Decree No. 82/2015/ND-CP, such as marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.
- Not belonging to cases of denial of entry or suspension of exit as prescribed in Article 28 of the Law on Entry, Exit, Transit, and Residence of Foreigners in Vietnam, No. 47/2014/QH13.
Required documents for the exemption include:
- Application for a 5-year visa exemption.
- Two 4x6 portrait photos with a white background (1 photo attached to the application for visa exemption, 1 photo for record).
- Passport or valid international travel document with at least 1-year validity (accompanied by a copy for the record).
- Proof of family relationship, such as a spouse, husband, wife, or child of Vietnamese living abroad (submit a certified copy from the original or attach the original for comparison):
- Marriage certificate proving the relationship between husband and wife
- Birth certificate proving the relationship between parent and child
- Confirmation of the relationship between father, mother, and child
- Decision on foster care
Visa exemption for Vietnamese Americans
Vietnamese-born individuals living in the U.S. can also apply for a 5-year exemption. Here are the required documents:
- A completed application form.
- 2 portrait photos sized 4x6 with white background (1 photo to be attached to the application form, 1 photo to be left out).
- US passport or valid international travel documents issued by competent foreign authorities with at least 1 year of validity.
- Supporting documents for visa exemption eligibility (if available), specifically:
- Certificate of Vietnamese nationality
- Decision on the resumption of Vietnamese nationality (certified copy or extract)
- Decision on the renunciation of Vietnamese nationality (certified copy or extract)
- Confirmation of renunciation of Vietnamese nationality
- Vietnamese passport (valid or expired)
- ID card (valid or expired)
- Birth certificate issued by competent authorities in Vietnam
- Original household registration book issued by competent authorities in Vietnam
- Travel permit issued before 1975
- ID card issued before 1975
- Certified copy of the birth certificate issued before 1975
How to apply for a Vietnam visa?
E-visa
Visitors from the U.S. can apply online for an e-Visa valid for up to 90 days. Steps include:
- Go to the official e-visa website: https://evisa.gov.vn/ and choose the “Apply now”
- Fill out the online application form by providing your personal, passport details and uploading a required passport-sized photo and a scanned copy of the biographical page of your passport.
- Pay the e-visa fee (25 USD). The application will be processed in 3-5 working days.
- Print out the e-visa approval and present it at the airport upon your arrival in Vietnam.
Visa on arrival
To obtain a visa upon arrival at a Vietnamese airport:
- Apply online for a pre-approval letter.
- Present the letter, your passport, photos, and a visa application form upon arrival.
- Pay the stamping fee ($25–$135 depending on the visa type).
Embassy application
Alternatively, applications can be submitted to a Vietnamese embassy or consulate. Processing takes about 5–7 business days.
Visa Fees
- E-eisa: $25 for single entry and $50 for multiple entry e-visa.
- Visa on arrival: $25–$135, depending on the visa type (single or multiple entry).
Visa change timelines
- 2007: Visa on arrival became available for U.S. passport holders flying to Vietnam.
- March 2010: Vietnam opened the Consulate General office in Houston
- 2016: Vietnam offered 1 year multiple entry visa to U.S. passport holders.
- February 2017: Vietnam introduced the e-visa program for U.S. visitors (90 days, single entry).
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Questions and Answers (26)
My E-Visa to Vietnam was approved from 3/01/25 -3/31/25. My flight itinerary now changed 3/15/25 to 4/15/25. Do I need to reapply my new E-Visa or can stay past my 3/31/25 stay as a tourist US citizen.
@Hai Vo, yes, you will need to apply for a new e-Visa to cover your updated travel dates from March 15 to April 15, as your current visa expires on March 31.
Hello, we are on a cruise docking in 2 places Nha Trang (1 day) and Ho Chih Minh (1 day). Is this considered a single or multiple entry?
@Linda Mulligan, if your cruise remains within Vietnam between the two stops, a single entry visa is sufficient.
Frequently asked questions
1. Can Americans get a 1-year visa for Vietnam?
Currently, a 1-year visa is not available for U.S. passport holders. The maximum stay you can obtain is a 90-day visa.
2. Are U.S. passports eligible for a Vietnamese e-visa?
Yes, U.S. passports are eligible for a Vietnamese e-visa. However, it is only valid for a single entry and for stays up to 90 days.
3. How to renew my Vietnamese passport in the US?
If you are a Vietnamese citizen living in the US, you can renew your passport either in person or by mail through the local Embassy/Consulate. You will need to prepare the required documents, including a completed application form, two passport-sized photos, and the application fee. The process usually takes 7–14 working days.
4. Do I need a visa if I am a Vietnamese born living in the US?
If you are a Vietnamese-born individual residing in the US and hold a valid Vietnamese passport, you can return to Vietnam without requiring a visa. However, if you only have a US passport, you can apply for a 5-year visa exemption.
5. I am a US green card holders, can I apply for a visa on arrival?
Yes, U.S. green card holders traveling for tourism purposes can apply for a Vietnam visa on arrival. You can find more details about the visa on arrival process here!
6. Are individuals with U.S. nationality eligible to apply for a Vietnam e-visa?
Yes, US nationals are eligible to request an e-visa for travel to Vietnam. Instructions for obtaining an e-visa from the United States can be found here.
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