Vietnam is one of most popular destination for traveller in southest asia. Vietnam attracts scores of tourists ever year, receiving almost 18 million international visitors in 2019 alone. Travellers are drawn to its secluded beaches, vast rice paddies, soaring mountains and lively cities.

Vietnam often features as part of the southeast Asian backpacking route, along with Thailand, Cambodia, Laos and the Philippines. Some of these countries offer free 21-30 day visas on arrival at the airport; but did you know entry to Vietnam requires a little more preparation?

Follow these steps to ensure legal and stress-free entry into Vietnam:

Do I Need a Visa for Vietnam?

Most visitors will need a visa to enter Vietnam. People in many African countries and parts of Asia are exempt from Vietnam visa requirements. Citizens of North American and European countries will need to obtain a visa.

Why? Visas are required by most countries for citizens of other countries to enter. Some governments require visitors to obtain a visa prior to arriving, while others issue visas to people upon arrival. Vietnam visa requirements are actually a combination of these two approaches. Visitors must apply in advance for a visa approval letter, and then obtain the official visa stamp in their passports upon arrival in the country. Fortunately, the application for a visa approval letter can be completed and submitted online.

How to Do a Vietnam Visa Application Online

List of countries that allowed e-visa issuing

To make the process easier for you, Vietnam Visa is here to help you with the process of obtaining a visa for travel to Vietnam. Our online application is quick and easy, as well as fully supported by our knowledgeable staff. We recommend you choose to get a visa on arrival, as picking up your visa at all Vietnamese international airports is simple and convenient. Just follow the online process beforehand, and you will be ready to get your visa stamp in Vietnam.

Here’s how to apply for a Vietnam Visa online in 6 easy steps:

Step 1:  Prepare the required materials:

  • One 4×6 passport photo in .jpg format with a white background, without glasses.
  • One photo in .jpg format of your passport data page.
  • A passport is valid for at least six months.
  • Your temporary address in Vietnam and points of entry and exit.
  • Debit or credit card for payment.

Step 2: Click this link or access https://immigration.gov.vn/ and go to ‘E-visa Issuance’ then click on the link for ‘Outside Vietnam foreigners’.

Step 3:  Upload your .jpg images (passport data page and passport photo) and fill out the required fields on the form completely. Submit your form.

Step 4: Pay the e-Visa fee of 25 USD. Copy down the document code provided.

Step 5: Within three working days you should receive news of your e-Visa application via email. If not, you can also run a search for your e-Visa at this link.

Step 6: Use your document code to locate your e-Visa online. Download and print the e-Visa in two copies for extra safety.

TIP: Travelers with an e-Visa can go directly to immigration counters at their point of entry and do not need to queue at Visa on Arrival counters.

Insurance requirement: 

  • Purchase medical/travel insurance that covers COVID-19 treatment with a minimum coverage: $10,000. This typically costs about USD 40.

Health checks on departure

Domestic travel: Travelers are required to:

  1. During 10 days from the date of entry, tourists are requested to continue to self-monitor health. If having signs and symptoms of SARS-COV-2, must immediately notify the nearest medical facility.
  2. Comply with the Ministry of Health’s 4K message: khau trang (face masks), khu khuan (disinfection), khoang cach (distancing), khong tu tap (no gatherings).
  3. Currently, domestic flights restrictions have been reduced until the new update. However, please notice that all requirements might have resulted in changes requirements of the different destinations.

International travel: These follow the guidelines and procedures published by the country you are returning to.

We Are Here to Help You Prepare for a Great Visit

For further assistance, you can contact us at info@veviet.com.vn or through our hotline at (+84) 981 033 866

We guarantee our services, which include:

  • Prompt support via email or phone
  • Guaranteed 48-hour processing
  • Money-back guarantee for declined applications

Travelers can also apply for visas to visit Vietnam through their local Vietnam Embassies. For further details on applying through an embassy, please visit Vietnam Embassies worldwide.