Vietnam Tourist e-Visa Guide

Who Can Apply

Vietnam currently offers a 90-day tourist e-visa to citizens of all countries and territories, making it one of the most accessible entry options for international travelers.

You are eligible to apply for a Vietnam tourist visa if:

  • Your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your entry date.

  • You are not on the list of prohibited entrants under Vietnam’s immigration laws.

  • You are visiting Vietnam for tourism, sightseeing, leisure, visiting friends, or other non-commercial purposes.

  • You plan to enter through an international checkpoint that accepts e-visas (full list below).

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Documents & Photo Rules

To apply tourist visa Vietnam, prepare the following:

1. Passport

  • A clear color scan of the passport information page.

  • Passport must be undamaged and fully readable.

2. Portrait Photo for e-Visa

  • Size: 4×6 cm or similar.

  • White background, face forward, no glasses, no hats.

  • Taken within the last 6 months.

  • JPG or PNG format.

Full instructions here:
👉 Vietnam e-visa photo requirements

3. Travel Information

  • Expected date of entry.

  • Chosen entry point (airport, land border, seaport).

  • Temporary accommodation address in Vietnam (hotel or Airbnb accepted).

Processing Time & Validity

Processing Time

  • Standard: 3–5 business days

  • Peak season or system overload: 5–7 business days

Validity

  • Valid for 90 days, available as single-entry or multiple-entry.

  • You may stay in Vietnam for the entire duration of the visa validity.

Important Notes

  • The Vietnam e visa for tourists generally cannot be extended inside Vietnam.

  • Travelers who wish to stay longer often choose a multiple-entry e-visa and perform a “visa run” to a nearby country (Thailand, Singapore, Cambodia).

Where You Can Enter

The Vietnam tourist e-visa is accepted at over 40 international checkpoints.

You may enter via:

  • 13 international airports (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Cam Ranh, Phu Quoc, etc.)

  • Land borders (Moc Bai, Huu Nghi, Cau Treo, Ha Tien, and more)

  • International seaports (Ha Long, Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City)

See the full and updated list:
👉 Vietnam e-visa entry points

For arrival guidance, check:
👉 Arrival procedure at Vietnam airports

Travel Tips & Itinerary Ideas

1. Practical Tips for Tourists

  • Get mobile data via eSIM or airport SIM.

  • Use Grab or Be apps for transportation.

  • Carry some Vietnamese Dong (VND) for small shops.

  • Avoid currency exchange at the airport due to lower rates.

  • Avoid the central region during peak storm season (Sept–Nov).

2. Suggested Vietnam Itineraries (7–14 Days)

Option 1: North – Central – South (10–14 Days)

  • Hanoi → Ha Long Bay → Ninh Binh

  • Hue → Da Nang → Hoi An

  • Ho Chi Minh City → Mekong Delta

Option 2: Classic Vietnam (7–10 Days)

  • Hanoi → Sapa → Ha Long Bay

Option 3: Beach & Island Escape (7–10 Days)

  • Da Nang – Hoi An

  • Nha Trang or Phu Quoc

Explore more top destinations:
👉 Top places to visit in Vietnam