Most travellers assume the rules are tighter than they actually are. Since 15 August 2023, Vietnam has issued e-visas to people from every country and territory, which means there is no nationality list to look up before you start.
What follows is an independent guide covering who may apply, which documents are needed, how much it costs and what circumstances rule an application out. This site is not run by the government. Applications go through the Vietnam National e-Visa Portal, and that same place is where you should confirm fees and dates ahead of your trip. We neither collect payments nor file anything on your behalf.
Who can apply for a Vietnam e-visa
Passport holders from 159 countries and territories are eligible, ranging from the United States and Australia through to India, China, Ukraine and Afghanistan. As the Government of Viet Nam e-newspaper reported, Resolution 127/NQ-CP opened the programme up to every nationality.
Certain passport holders have no need for an e-visa at all. Two groups, each made up of twelve countries, enjoy visa-free stays of 45 days, yet you may still apply for an e-visa when you want a longer visit or additional entries.
| Group | Countries | Valid |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution 44/NQ-CP | Germany, France, Italy, Spain, UK, Russia, Japan, South Korea, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland | 15 March 2025 to 14 March 2028 |
| Resolution 229/NQ-CP | Poland, Netherlands, Czechia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, Luxembourg, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Switzerland | 15 August 2025 to 14 August 2028 |
Only tourism falls under the Group 2 exemption, whereas Group 1 places no limit on the purpose of travel. The data leaves the status of Filipino and Indonesian passport holders unconfirmed, so verify it on the portal before booking.
Documents, fees and processing conditions
Prepare documents
Portrait photo 4×6 cm (JPG/JPEG, <2 MB, white background, straight face, no hat or glasses, formal clothing) and a legible passport data page image with all corners visible
Pay the fee
25 USD single entry or 50 USD multiple entry via VietCombank. Non-refundable if not granted. Both valid for up to 90 days
Wait for processing
3 working days from payment with complete details, or 3 – 15 working days if Police Department verification is required
Enter at designated gates
After approval, use only designated air, land, or sea border gates for entry and exit
- 13 air gates, among them Noi Bai, Tan Son Nhat, Da Nang, Cam Ranh and Phu Quoc.
- 16 land gates, such as Mong Cai, Huu Nghi, Lao Cai and Moc Bai.
- 13 sea gates, covering Hai Phong, Da Nang and Vung Tau.
What can disqualify an applicant
The Immigration Department’s rules bar the following applicants from using the portal:
- Article 8, Clauses 1 to 4. Foreigners who fall into these categories have to submit their application to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs through the agency or organisation that invites or guarantees them.
- Article 21. A person subject to a suspension from entry does not qualify.
- Information that is incomplete or invalid. Either you will be asked for further details or the request will be turned down, and processing only restarts once valid information is supplied.
- Duplicate applications. A second, identical application that has been paid for counts as its own case, and the earlier fee is not refunded.
There is one exception worth knowing. If you are already in Vietnam on an e-visa and an authority, organisation or individual invites or guarantees you, a fresh visa application becomes possible. In every case, Vietnamese law has to be respected and the purpose of entry you declared has to be honoured.
Common mistakes that slow you down
- Uploading again after a photo has been rejected. Take a new one matching the exact 4 × 6 cm, white-background specification, otherwise processing begins from scratch.
- Paying twice for one trip. The earlier payment cannot be recovered, and both applications stay in the queue.
- Arriving at a port that does not appear on the designated list. Compare your arrival gate against the air, land and sea lists first.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does Vietnam e-visa eligibility extend to citizens of all countries?
It does. Vietnam has issued e-visas to citizens of every country and territory since 15 August 2023. Travellers who qualify for visa-free entry under either exemption group may still apply if they want a longer stay or multiple entries.
What is the price of a Vietnam e-visa, and can the fee be refunded?
Single entry costs 25 USD and multiple entry 50 USD, both paid online. If the visa is not granted, no refund is given, since Resolution No. 30/2016/QH14 defines the amount as a processing fee owed whatever the outcome.
What is the validity period of the Vietnam e-visa?
Both the single-entry and the multiple-entry version last for up to 90 days. With the multiple-entry option you may leave and come back during that period, passing through designated border gates each time.
How much time is required to process an e-visa?
Normally 3 working days from the moment you pay and provide complete, valid information. When the Police Department carries out verification, the time extends to 3 to 15 working days.
Which documents must I submit together with my e-visa application?
Two items are needed: a recently taken portrait photo at 4 × 6 cm in JPG or JPEG format under 2 MB, plus one clear image of your passport data page with all corners intact.
Citizens of which nationalities may enter Vietnam without a visa rather than applying for an e-visa?
Each group contains twelve countries, among them Germany, France, Japan and Poland, whose citizens may enter without a visa for 45 days. The Group 1 arrangement runs until 14 March 2028 and Group 2 until 14 August 2028.
Which factors influence Vietnam e-visa eligibility and may cause an applicant to be disqualified?
Applicants covered by Article 8, Clauses 1 to 4 of the immigration law are excluded from the portal; their visa application has to reach the Ministry of Foreign Affairs by way of the agency or organisation that invites or guarantees them. Neither does anyone affected by a suspension from entry under Article 21 qualify. A result can also be delayed or blocked by incomplete information or duplicate payments.
Where is it possible to apply online for a Vietnam e-visa?
Through the Vietnam National e-Visa Portal, found at evisa.gov.vn. That is where you build the application, upload the photo together with the passport page, and complete payment via the portal’s payment gateway.
Sources and verification
- Vietnam National e-Visa Portal (Immigration Department): charges, validity period, processing times (zweryfikowano 2026-10-13)
- Government of Viet Nam e-newspaper : e-visas available to every nationality under Resolution 127/NQ-CP (zweryfikowano 2026-10-13)
- Government of Viet Nam online newspaper (baochinhphu.vn): the Resolution No. 44/NQ-CP exemption, running from 2025 to 2028 (zweryfikowano 2026-10-13)
- Government of Viet Nam online newspaper (baochinhphu.vn): the tourism exemption under Resolution No. 229/NQ-CP, 2025 to 2028 (zweryfikowano 2026-10-13)
- Viet Nam Immigration Department: the application form plus photo and passport image requirements (zweryfikowano 2026-10-13)
- Consular Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Viet Nam: the visa exemption page (zweryfikowano 2026-10-13)
