Do I Need a Visa for Vietnam? Visa-Free Days by Nationality (2026)
Pick your passport to see whether you can enter Vietnam visa-free, for how many days, and the last day you can stay — or what the e-visa costs if you need one.
Updated: 25 Sep 2026Visa-free countries for Vietnam (2026)
| Stay | Nationalities | Valid until |
|---|---|---|
| 90 days | Chile, Panama | Bilateral agreement |
| 45 days | Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Norway, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom | 14 Mar 2028 (Resolution 44/NQ-CP) |
| 45 days (tourism) | Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Hungary, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Switzerland | 14 Aug 2028 (Resolution 229/NQ-CP) |
| 30 days | Belarus, Cambodia, Indonesia (30 days from 15 Jul 2026), Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand | Bilateral agreements |
| 21 days | Philippines | Bilateral agreement |
| 14 days | Brunei | Bilateral agreement |
| 30 days (Phu Quoc only) | All nationalities arriving directly at Phu Quoc | Special zone rule |
Everyone else — including the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Ireland and India — needs an e-visa: up to 90 days, US$25 single entry or US$50 multiple entry, applied for online at the official portal evisa.gov.vn. Processing usually takes about 3 working days; apply at least a week ahead.
Sources: Vietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa-exemption list; Resolutions 44/NQ-CP (2025) and 229/NQ-CP (2025). Rules change — always confirm with your airline or the Vietnamese embassy before you fly.
Vietnam visa by nationality
FAQ
Can I leave and re-enter Vietnam to get another 45 days?
Yes. For the 45-day visa-free countries there is no longer a waiting period between visits — each new entry gives a fresh 45-day stay, subject to the border officer's decision.
How much is the Vietnam e-visa in 2026?
US$25 for single entry and US$50 for multiple entry, valid up to 90 days, on the official site evisa.gov.vn. Many look-alike agency sites charge much more — check the web address.
Do Americans need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. US citizens need an e-visa (US$25 single / US$50 multiple entry, up to 90 days), unless they fly directly into Phu Quoc for a stay of up to 30 days on the island.
Do British citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
No, for stays up to 45 days. UK passport holders are visa-exempt until at least 14 March 2028. For longer stays, apply for the 90-day e-visa.
What if I overstay?
Overstaying is fined and can delay your departure at the airport. Use the stay-end date above and apply for an e-visa or extension in time.