Vietnam Tourist Visa
A Vietnam tourist visa can mean an e-visa, visa on arrival, or visa-exempt entry. Compare cost, validity and processing time to pick the right option.
A Vietnam tourist visa is, for most travelers, an e-visa valid for up to 90 days, which you can apply for a tourist e-visa online from $47, government fee included. Two other routes exist: a visa on arrival approval letter for air travelers, and visa-free entry for passports on Vietnam's exemption lists. Below are whether you need one, the three options, prices, how to choose by trip length, how to apply and what a tourist visa does not cover.
Think of it as the travel visa for Vietnam that matches your trip, not one fixed product. Prices last checked: 2026-10-24.
Tourist visa options at a glance:
| Option | Length | Price through us | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| E-visa, 1 month | Up to 1 month | From $47 single, $82 multiple | Most holidays |
| E-visa, 3 months | Up to 3 months | From $47 single, $82 multiple | Long trips, regional loops |
| Visa on arrival | As stated on the approval letter | From $28 online, plus $25 or $50 cash at the airport | Air arrivals, larger groups |
| Visa-free entry | 14 to 90 days, by passport | None | Short trips on exempt passports |
Do you need a tourist visa for Vietnam?
Yes, unless your passport is on one of Vietnam's exemption lists and your trip fits inside its visa-free days. As of October 2026, 24 countries get 45 days and 15 more get between 14 and 90 days under bilateral agreements.
Travelers from the United States, Australia, Canada, India, Ireland and New Zealand need a visa for every trip. Our visa-free entry list shows every exempt passport and its number of days.
Tourist visa for Vietnam: your three options
A tourist visa for Vietnam comes in three forms: an e-visa issued before you fly, a visa on arrival collected at the airport with an approval letter, and visa-free entry for exempt passports.
- E-visa. Issued online for up to 90 days, single or multiple entry, and accepted at airports, land border gates and seaports. Our Vietnam e-visa guide covers eligibility and the 1-month and 3-month types.
- Visa on arrival. You order an approval letter online and the visa is placed in your passport at the airport. It works for air arrivals only. Our page on visa on arrival explains the letter and the airport step.
- Visa-free entry. No document is needed if your passport is exempt and your stay is within the limit.
Vietnam tourist visa price
The Vietnam tourist visa price through us starts at $47 for a single-entry e-visa, whether it lasts 1 month or 3 months, at Standard processing (5-7 working days), government fee included. Applying yourself at evisa.gov.vn costs $25 single or $50 multiple.
| Tourist visa | Through us, Standard speed | Yourself on evisa.gov.vn |
|---|---|---|
| E-visa, 1 month, single entry | $47 | $25 |
| E-visa, 1 month, multiple entry | $82 | $50 |
| E-visa, 3 months, single entry | $47 | $25 |
| E-visa, 3 months, multiple entry | $82 | $50 |
| Visa on arrival letter | From $28, plus a stamping fee of $25 (single) or $50 (multiple) at the airport | Not available |
Faster speeds raise the Vietnam tourist visa cost, up to 1.5 working hours with Last-Minute Emergency. If your e-visa arrives after the estimated delivery time shown at checkout, we refund 100%. Our full price table lists every speed.
Choose by trip length and route
Choose your tourist visa by how long you stay and whether you leave Vietnam during the trip. The table starts from the shortest trip.
| Your trip | What to get |
|---|---|
| Within your passport's visa-free days | Nothing; travel visa-free |
| Up to 1 month, one entry | 1-month single-entry e-visa |
| Up to 1 month, with a side trip to Cambodia or Laos | 1-month multiple-entry e-visa |
| 31 to 90 days | 3-month e-visa, single or multiple entry |
| Flying in with a large group | Visa on arrival, or one e-visa order per 5 people |
A multiple entry matters only if you leave Vietnam and come back on the same visa. Our page on the multiple-entry e-visa covers regional loops in detail.
How to apply for a tourist e-visa
You apply for a tourist e-visa through us in three steps, with no embassy visit:
- Step 1: Fill in the form with your arrival date, entry point, visa type and speed.
- Step 2: Pay by credit or debit card.
- Step 3: Upload your passport photo page and a 4x6 cm photo, any time after paying.
We check the form and photos, submit the application and email you the e-visa. At Standard speed, order at least 2 weeks before you fly to leave a margin. Our guide on how to apply walks through each step and the visa on arrival route.
What a tourist visa does not cover
A tourist visa covers holidays, sightseeing and visiting friends. It does not allow paid work, and Ireland's Department of Foreign Affairs also notes that volunteering is not allowed on one.
For meetings, conferences or other work-related trips, see our page on the business visa. For a job in Vietnam, an employer must sponsor the visa and usually a work permit. Plan the tourist visa for your full stay from the start rather than relying on changing it inside Vietnam.
When you know your dates, start your application and choose the tourist visa that fits. VietnamVisa-Easy.com is a private visa service operated by H2 Global Travel JSC since 2012, not a government website. You can apply directly at evisa.gov.vn for US$25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a visa to visit Vietnam as a tourist?
Most nationalities do require a visa, either an e-visa or visa on arrival, but a limited number of countries have exemption agreements covering short stays. Check the visa exemption list to confirm your specific nationality.
How long does a Vietnam tourist visa take to process?
Standard e-visa processing takes 3-5 working days, and standard visa on arrival approval letters typically take 2-3 working days. Expedited tiers are available if you need a faster turnaround.
Can I extend my Vietnam tourist visa?
Yes, in many cases. E-visas are generally easier to extend than a 30-day visa on arrival, and starting the extension process before your current visa expires avoids any gap in legal status.
What is the difference between a tourist e-visa and visa on arrival?
An e-visa is approved and issued entirely online before you travel and works at air, land and sea border gates. Visa on arrival requires an approval letter in advance but the final stamp happens at the airport counter, and it is applicable to air travel only.
Can tourists get a multiple-entry visa for Vietnam?
Yes. The e-visa is available with multiple entry for USD 50 (government fee), which suits travelers doing a regional loop that crosses in and out of Vietnam more than once.
What documents do tourists need for a Vietnam visa?
You will need a passport valid for at least six months, a scanned passport bio page, a passport-sized photo (4x6cm, white background, no glasses), and payment for the applicable government and service fees.
Is visa on arrival only for tourists?
No. Visa on arrival is available for both tourism and business purposes, but the underlying purpose must match what you declared on the application, since immigration checks the stated purpose against your visa type at the port of entry.
How long is a Vietnam tourist visa valid?
A tourist e-visa is valid for up to 90 days. You choose a 1-month or 3-month e-visa and fixed start and end dates when you apply, and you cannot enter before the start date or stay past the end date.
Can I work on a tourist visa in Vietnam?
No. A tourist visa is for holidays and visits only. Paid work needs a visa sponsored by an employer in Vietnam and usually a work permit. Volunteering is not allowed on a tourist visa either, according to Ireland's Department of Foreign Affairs.
How early should I apply for a tourist visa?
At Standard speed, our e-visa takes 5-7 working days, so order at least 2 weeks before you fly. If your flight is sooner, faster speeds go down to 1.5 working hours, at a higher price. The estimated delivery time shows before you pay.
Does one tourist e-visa cover a side trip to Cambodia?
Only if it is a multiple-entry e-visa. A single-entry e-visa ends when you leave Vietnam, so you would need a new visa to come back. Choose multiple entry when you plan to cross into Cambodia or Laos and return.
Is VietnamVisa-Easy.com a government website?
No. VietnamVisa-Easy.com is a private visa service run by H2 Global Travel JSC since 2012. We check and submit tourist e-visa applications and arrange visa on arrival letters; you can also apply yourself at evisa.gov.vn.
