You should verify your visa requirements for Vietnam before starting the visa application process. This proactive approach can help save both time and resources, especially in emergency situations.
As of November 2023, citizens from 26 countries have the privilege to come to Vietnam and stay in Vietnam for a period of 14 to 90 days, depending on their nationality, without having to apply for a visa. These citizens only need to have a valid passport with a minimum of 2 blank pages. The full list of these countries is provided below.
What is Vietnam visa exemption?
Vietnam visa exemption, also known as visa waiver or visa-free policy, refers to the Government’s policy allowing foreign nationals to enter and reside in Vietnam for a specific duration without the need for a visa application or paying related visa fees. This policy applies to individuals who are citizens of one of the 26 countries eligible for Vietnam visa exemption and who adhere to the specified conditions.
Vietnam Visa Exemption countries list
From November 2023, a total of 26 countries are exempted from Vietnam visas. Foreigners only need an ordinary passport with a passport is valid for at least 6 months and 2 blank pages. Besides, Vietnam supports many other foreigners with diplomatic passports to enter Vietnam without a visa.
Citizens holding regular passports from any of the 26 countries listed will be exempted from obtaining a visa to travel to Vietnam.
Country | Maximum Stay | Purpose of visit |
Chile | 90 days | Purpose of generating income is not allowed |
Panama | 90 days | Purpose of generating income is not allowed |
Cambodia | 30 days | N/A |
Indonesia | 30 days | N/A |
Kyrgyzstan | 30 days | N/A |
Laos | 30 days | N/A |
Malaysia | 30 days | Tourism, conference, seminars, visiting relatives, investment, business negotiation, sports |
Singapore | 30 days | Purpose of generating income is not allowed |
Thailand | 30 days | N/A |
Philippines | 21 days | N/A |
Brunei | 14 days | N/A |
Myanmar | 14 days | Visiting only |
Belarus | 45 days | N/A |
Denmark | 45 days | N/A |
Finland | 45 days | N/A |
France | 45 days | N/A |
Germany | 45 days | N/A |
Italy | 45 days | N/A |
Japan | 45 days | N/A |
Norway | 45 days | N/A |
Russia | 45 days | N/A |
South Korea | 45 days | N/A |
Spain | 45 days | N/A |
Sweden | 45 days | N/A |
United Kingdom (Not applicable to BNO) | 45 days | N/A |
Kazakhstan | 30 days | Not exceeding 90 days within 180 continuous days |
Phu Quoc Visa Exemption For Foreigners
If you’re heading to Phu Quoc Island as your initial stop in Vietnam, you qualify for a 30-day visa exemption specifically for Phu Quoc, regardless of whether you’re a foreigner or a Vietnamese citizen holding a foreign passport. To put it simply, visitors from other countries do not require a Vietnam visa if their stay on Phu Quoc Island is 30 days or less.
To be exempted from Phu Quoc visa, foreigners must follow some of the requirements below:
- Your passport is valid for 6 months from the date of entry.
- Fly from your country of residence to Phu Quoc via Phu Quoc International Airport. Whether flying direct/indirect/transit, your final destination must be Phu Quoc.
- Valid departure date (airline ticket, cruise departure date, etc.) shows that your stay in Phu Quoc island is no more than 30 days.
- Only airports or seaports can issue this type of visa.