Vietnam E-Visa Info (Each Person Needs One-Apply a week before you leave)
Details
The Vietnamese Immigration Department issues E-visas to foreigners through an online application process. E-visas are issued with a validity period of up to 90 days, one-entry for 25 USD or multiple entries for 50 USD, and payable via bank transfer. E-visa holders may enter and exit Vietnam through 42 designated international border gates, including all international airports.
👉Step 1: Complete the Vietnam evisa application form online, by following the steps below:
- Access to the Vietnam e-visa online official website https://evisa.gov.vn/ > select English on the right top > Click on Apply now
- Read carefully all the terms and conditions before confirming to proceed
To enter Vietnam you must apply for a visa: https://evisa.gov.vn/
E-visa fee: 25 USD for a single-entry visa / 50 USD for a multiple-entry visa.
The entire process is done online – no need to visit an embassy or queue for a visa on arrival.
US citizens flying to Vietnam
- As of 2026, US citizens must have a visa to enter Vietnam, regardless of entering by airport, unless they are just transiting and not passing immigration.
Vietnam eVisa Requirements
To apply successfully, make sure you have:
- A passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.
- A portrait photo (4×6 cm or passport-size, white background, looking straight). (Staples takes photos)
- A photo/scan of the passport data page (clearly showing all details).
- Your intended entry and exit ports. (Enter: Ho Chi Minh City and Exit
- A valid email address (to receive notifications).
- A credit/debit card for payment of the visa fee.
💡 Pro tip: Avoid blurriness or cropped images — unclear photos are one of the top reasons eVisa applications get delayed or denied.
Vietnam eVisa Processing Time
It normally takes 03 – 05 working days to receive the e-visa letter. However, the processing time might be extended in case of a large number of applications or public holidays, and in case you are requested to add details for your application. As such, you are recommended to submit your application at least 2 weeks before departure for Vietnam.
What Does a Vietnam eVisa Look Like?
Once approved, your Vietnam eVisa will be a PDF document that you download and print.
It contains:
- Your personal details (Full name, Date of birth, Nationality, Passport Number, Passport’s Expiry date)
- Visa type (single or multiple entry)
- Validity period (start and end date)
- Visa code and official electronic stamp from Vietnam Immigration Department
Here is a sample:
💡 Tip: Always print at least one copy of your eVisa and keep it with your passport — you’ll need to show it at check-in and immigration counters.
Service support email: foreigners@xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn
Check Vietnam eVisa status and Download
Here are the steps to check your Vietnam evisa application status and download it when the evisa is issued.
- Go to https://evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/search and enter required information to check your eVisa application status:
- Registration code
- Email
- Date of birth