What is a Vietnam e-visa?
A Vietnam e-visa is an electronic visa that allows foreign nationals to enter Vietnam. The application process is completed online, without the need to visit a Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate in person.
Under current regulations, citizens of all countries and territories are eligible to apply for a Vietnam e-visa. The e-visa is valid for up to 90 days and can be issued for either single or multiple entry.
How much does a Vietnam e-visa cost?
The current e-visa fees are as follows:
• US$25 for a single-entry e-visa.
• US$50 for a multiple-entry e-visa.
The e-visa application fee is non-refundable if the application is rejected.
How to apply for a Vietnam e-visa
The application is completed entirely online. Before applying, you should prepare:
- A digital copy of your passport
- A portrait photo that meets the system's requirements
Applications can be submitted through the Vietnam Electronic Visa System: https://evisa.gov.vn/
The application process generally involves entering your personal and passport information, uploading the required documents, paying the fee, and submitting the application.
For a step-by-step guide, see How to Apply for a Vietnam E-Visa.
The basic steps include:
1. Select "Apply now"
2. Upload your passport information and portrait photo to the system.
3. Complete all the required information.
4. Save the “registration code” (the circled code) and the information shown when the "Notice" screen appears.
5. Pay the fee and submit the application.
Select a suitable payment method and click to agree to the terms.
6. Wait for the processing result and check the application status online.
7. If the e-visa is approved, print a copy to carry when entering Vietnam.
The standard processing time is generally 3 to 5 working days, excluding public holidays.
How can you check your e-visa status?
Applicants should proactively check the result online. Usually, the result is not sent in a separate email notification.
To check the status, applicants need to use the registration code, email, and date of birth provided in the application submitted through the system. If the application is approved, foreigners should print the e-visa and carry it when entering Vietnam.
Things to note when entering Vietnam
Having an e-visa simplifies entry procedures, but immigration authorities may still ask travelers to present additional relevant documents, such as:
• Electronic application code
• Hotel booking confirmation
• Round-trip airline ticket to Vietnam
One important point is that foreigners must enter through the exact border checkpoint registered in the e-visa application. Once the e-visa has been issued, the entry checkpoint cannot be changed at will.
For foreigners planning to visit Vietnam, carefully checking passport information, visa validity, and the entry checkpoint before the trip can help minimize problems at the border checkpoint.
