Yes, most travelers to Vietnam need a visa. However, some countries have visa exemption agreements with Vietnam for short stays (usually up to 14–90 days). Citizens of these countries do not need a visa for tourism or business trips. (Check List of Vietnam Visa Exemption countries)
Yes, Vietnam offers multiple-entry visas, which allow you to enter and leave Vietnam several times during the validity period. These are typically available for both tourist and business visas.
E-visa: Apply online via Vietnam’s official government website. Visa on arrival: Apply online through a Vietnam travel agency for pre-approval, then pick up the visa at the airport. Visa at the embassy/consulate: Apply in person or by mail at the Vietnamese embassy or consulate in your country.
Apply Vietnam E-visa: Usually processed within 4-6 business days. Apply Vietnam Visa on arrival: Takes about 3-5 business days for approval before you can pick up the visa at the airport. Apply at Embassy/consulate application: Processing time can range from 5-7 business days, but it varies by location.
Tourist visa (single-entry or multiple-entry) Business visa E-visa (available online for citizens of eligible countries) Visa on arrival (for air travelers, requires prior online approval) Diplomatic or official visa
If your passport or visa is lost or stolen while in Vietnam, you should immediately report it to the nearest embassy or consulate. They can help you obtain a replacement passport and visa.
Yes, previous visits to Vietnam do not generally affect your ability to apply for a visa, unless you had issues such as overstaying your visa during a prior visit. Always ensure your past visa history is clean.
Tourist visa: For leisure travel or tourism purposes only. Business visa: For individuals traveling for business-related activities, such as meetings, conferences, or other work-related matters. It may require an invitation letter from a Vietnamese business or company.
No, you must have a valid visa for entry. If your visa has expired, you may be subject to fines or deportation. You must either apply for an extension or leave the country and re-enter with a new visa.
A Vietnamese visa application can be applied for 1 day to 6 months in advance. Although it takes only 2-3 working days to get your visa approved, it is strongly advised that you apply for a Vietnamese visa 1 – 2 weeks before your arrival date to avoid any payment or other administrative problems.