Vietnam E-Visa 2025: Your Gateway to Seamless Travel

If you are planning to visit Vietnam in 2025, 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 2025, 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 2025 and how to use it for your trip. Let’s get started!

Written by Tieu Bao (Local Expert) Updated on 08-11-2024

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Table of contents

1. Who is eligible for the Vietnam e-visa?
2. Required documents for applying for the Vietnam e-visa
3. How to obtain an e-visa for Vietnam?
5. Which entry points is the Vietnam e-visa valid for?
6. How Much Does the Vietnam E-Visa Cost?
7. What happens if you exceed the duration of your Vietnam e-visa?

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

You may not need a visa if you hold a passport from one of the following European countries: Spain, France, Italy, Germany, or the United Kingdom, and your stay in Vietnam is 45 days or less. You can simply go to the airport and have your passport stamped. This is called visa-free entry and allows you to stay in the country.

However, all citizens of the United States, Australia, and Canada must obtain a visa to enter Vietnam, except in the following cases: holding a valid temporary residence card, a valid 5-year visa exemption certificate, or a valid APEC card.

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:

Valid Passport: Minimum validity of six months.
Passport-sized Photo: In .jpg format.
Identity Photo: In .jpg format (4x6).
Valid International Credit or Debit Card: For payment.
Email Address: To receive assistance and notifications.
Temporary Address in Vietnam: The address of your booked hotel.

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

Step 1: Click on the link https://dichvucong.bocongan.gov.vn/bocongan/bothutuc/tthc?matt=26277. Change the language at the top of the page by selecting "English" (there are only two languages available by default). Then click on "Submit application".

*Choose English and click on Submit application*

Step 2: You will find the page as indicated in the following image, click on "confirmation..." then on "next".

.... Click on "Confirmation..." then click "next

Step 3: Then, upload a 4x6 portrait photo (jpg format) as well as a photo of the data page of your passport. Then, fill in your personal details.

*Upload the image and fill in the information*

Attention:

Fill in your name and surname very carefully as in the example.

Fill in your first and last name very carefully as in the example. Be careful, start with your name. — Fill in your first and last name very carefully as in the example.
Be careful, start with your name. Don't confuse it with the country code!

The visa processing time is 3 to 5 working days but if you modify your request (due to an error in the name or surname, passport number...), the processing time could last 1 to 2 weeks.

Step 4: Make your payment using a debit/credit card. After making your payment, you will receive a confirmation email indicating that your visa application has been submitted and is being processed. Your request will be processed within 3 working days.

Step 5: 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 arrival in Vietnam.

To set up the public service for issuing electronic visas for foreigners, follow these steps:

For Agencies and Organizations: Access the website: https://dichvucong.bocongan.gov.vn/bocongan/bothutuc/tthc?matt=26276
For Foreign Individuals: Access the website: https://dichvucong.bocongan.gov.vn/bocongan/bothutuc/tthc?matt=26277

Important Information

After completing all the steps, a registration code will be sent to you via email. Use this code to check your application status and download your e-visa.
The validity period of your e-visa starts from the date indicated on the approved document.
You are allowed to enter Vietnam on any date within the validity period. It is not possible to enter Vietnam before or after the specified validity period on your 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.

6. How Much Does the Vietnam E-Visa Cost?

The price of an e-visa for Vietnam is $25 USD. Payment can be made through a bank account. Follow these steps to make the payment:
1. Choose one of the four payment methods listed on the official Vietnamese immigration website.
2. Provide the required information and click “Pay” to complete the procedure.
3. Please note that payments for e-visa applications are non-refundable in case of rejection or non-use of your Vietnam e-visa.

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

Fines for overstaying your visa include:

$25 for up to 3 days,
$55 for 4 to 10 days,
$175 for 11 days to 1 month,
Up to $700 for overstays exceeding 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 Kampá Tour 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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