Seamless Travel: E-Visa Vietnam 2024 Made Easy

If you are planning to visit Vietnam in 2024, you might be wondering how to apply for a visa. Vietnam has a new e-visa system that allows citizens of all countries to apply for a visa online, without having to visit an embassy or consulate. In this blog post, we will explain everything you need to know about the e-visa Vietnam 2024, including: What is an e-visa and who can apply for it? How to apply for an e-visa online and what documents are required? How much does an e-visa cost and how long does it take to process? What are the benefits and limitations of an e-visa? How to enter and exit Vietnam with an e-visa?

By the end of this blog post, you will have a clear understanding of the e-visa Vietnam 2024 and how to use it for your trip. Let’s get started!

1. Who is eligible for the Vietnam e-visa?

You may not need a visa at all. If you hold a passport from one of the following European countries: France, Italy, Spain, Germany, the United Kingdom, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Norway, and your stay in Vietnam is 45 days or less, you can simply go to the airport and get a stamp in your passport. This is called a visa exemption, which allows you to stay in the country.

If the duration of your trip exceeds the visa-free stay period or if you are not eligible for the visa exemption, you will need to obtain a visa for Vietnam. The most convenient and fast way to do this is to get an e-visa for Vietnam online. An e-visa is valid for either single or multiple entries and is valid for a maximum duration of 90 days. Starting from August 15, 2024, citizens of all countries will have access to apply for the e-visa, so if you are eager to visit Vietnam, continue reading!

2. Required documents for applying for the Vietnam e-visa

Once you have confirmed your eligibility to obtain an online visa for Vietnam, please make sure to check the list of mandatory documents required for the application:

• A valid passport with a minimum validity of six months.
• A passport-sized photo in .jpg format.
• An identity photo in .jpg format (4x6).
• A valid international credit or debit card.
• An email address to receive any necessary assistance.
• A temporary address in Vietnam (the address of your booked hotel).

3. How to obtain an e-visa for Vietnam?

Step 1: Fulfill required information:

• Upload foreigners' passport data page image and photograph (straight looking without glasses);
• After this step, registration code will be sent to the applicant;

Step 2: Pay E-visa fee. Your application will be processed in 3 working days;

• $25/single-entry electronic visa

• $50/multiple-entry electronic visa

After making the payment, you will receive a confirmation email stating that your visa application has been submitted and is being processed. Your application will be processed within 3 business days.

Note: If you need to modify your application (due to an error in your name, passport number, etc.), the processing time may extend to 1 to 2 weeks.

Step 3: Once processing is complete, use the registration code, registration email, and date of birth to check the result in the E-visa search menu. If your electronic visa is approved, please print the electronic visa and present it upon your arrival in Vietnam.

To search for and print electronic visas, you can access one of the following websites:

• https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/en_US/tra-cuu-thi-thuc

The validity period of your e-Visa starts from the date specified in your approved e-Visa document.

You are allowed to enter Vietnam on any date during this validity period. Please note that it is not possible to enter Vietnam before or after the specified validity period in your e-Visa.

>>> Discover here all frequently asked questions about Vietnam e-visa

5. Which entry points is the Vietnam e-visa valid for?

Holders of an e-Visa can enter and exit Vietnam through any of the 33 international checkpoints."

• International Airports:

Cat Bi International Airport (HPH)
Cam Ranh International Airport (CRX)
Can Tho International Airport (VCA)
Da Nang International Airport (DAD)
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Phu Bai International Airport (HUI)
Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)

• Land Crossings:

Bo Y Border Crossing
Cha Lo Border Crossing
Cau Treo Border Crossing
Huu Nghi Border Crossing
Ha Tien Border Crossing
Lao Bao Border Crossing
Lao Cai Border Crossing
La Lay Border Crossing
Moc Bai Border Crossing
Mong Cai Border Crossing
Nam Can Border Crossing
Na Meo Border Crossing
Song Tien Border Crossing
Tinh Bien Border Crossing
Tay Trang Border Crossing
Xa Mat Border Crossing

• Seaports:

Chan May Port
Da Nang Port
Duong Dong Port
Hon Gai Port
Hai Phong Port
Nha Trang Port
Quy Nhon Port
Ho Chi Minh City Port
Vung Tau Port"

Holders of an e-Visa must present their printed Vietnam e-Visa along with a valid passport at the checkpoint. At the airport, the immigration officer may ask for your passport and the booking address of your hotel or any other address where you plan to stay before stamping your passport. Learn more about: Which airport to go to Vietnam?"

6. What happens if you exceed the duration of your Vietnam e-visa?

Staying in the country beyond the scheduled exit date will result in an 'overstay,' and fines will be applied based on the number of days exceeded beyond the official exit date:

- $25 for a delay up to 3 days
- $55 for a delay of 4 to 10 days
- $175 for a delay of 11 days to 1 month
- $440 for a delay of 1 to 3 months
- $700 for a delay of over 1 year.

Intentional overstaying will be recorded in your passport and may impact your future visa applications. You could also be blacklisted by Vietnamese immigration, making future entries into Vietnam more challenging.

Our Final Words

The Vietnam e-Visa provides a convenient and efficient method for obtaining an online visa, avoiding the hassles of traditional procedures. By following the simple steps mentioned and providing the required documents, you can obtain your e-Visa quickly and easily. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Vietnam Discovery or leave your comments below. We will be happy to assist you and address any concerns.

Prepare accordingly and enjoy your trip to Vietnam with peace of mind thanks to the convenient and accessible e-Visa. Safe travels!

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