🇻🇳 Vietnam visa requirements
Do you need a visa for Vietnam? It depends on your nationality. 27 passports can enter Vietnam visa-free, 0 get a visa on arrival, 167 need an eVisa or travel authorisation, and 0 must apply for a visa in advance. Find your passport below, or review Vietnam's general entry requirements.
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Vietnam entry requirements (all travellers)
| Passport validity | Valid for at least 6 months |
| Return / onward ticket | Recommended |
| Proof of funds | Recommended |
| Travel insurance | Recommended |
| Hepatitis A | Recommended |
| Typhoid | Recommended |
| Routine vaccines | Recommended |
- E-Visa grants 90 days single entry — multiple entry also available
- Visa exemption (45 days) available for 13+ nationalities without pre-registration
- Register at your accommodation within 24 hours of arrival
Passports that enter Vietnam visa-free (27)
Citizens of these countries can enter Vietnam without a visa for tourism or short stays.
eVisa / travel authorisation for Vietnam (167)
These nationalities must apply online before travelling to Vietnam.
Frequently asked questions
Who needs a visa to visit Vietnam?
0 nationalities must obtain a visa before travelling to Vietnam, while 27 can enter visa-free, 0 receive a visa on arrival and 167 apply for an eVisa or travel authorisation online. Find your nationality in the lists above for exact details.
How long must my passport be valid to enter Vietnam?
Valid for at least 6 months.
Do I need proof of funds or a return ticket for Vietnam?
Return/onward ticket: recommended. Proof of funds: recommended.
Is this Vietnam visa information official?
No. isvisarequired.com offers general guidance compiled from public government and IATA sources, last reviewed 2026-08-25. Always confirm current requirements with Vietnam's official immigration authority or nearest embassy before travel.