Big News: Vietnam Issues E-Visas to Citizens of All Countries from 15/8

From August 15, 2023, the Vietnamese government decided to grant electronic visas (e-visas) to citizens entering Vietnam, valid for single or multiple entry. It is super exciting news for international tourists who long to visit Vietnam from all over the world!

Thereby, upon being granted an e-visa, a foreigner can enter and exit an unlimited number of times within 90 days without having to go through procedures for obtaining a new visa.

On the same day, the visa exemption was announced to increase from 15 to 45 days, allowing foreigners to extend their temporary stay in Vietnam without affecting their business trips or holidays in Vietnam.

Border gates allow foreigners to enter and exit Vietnam with e-visas

According to the Government's announcement on August 14, there are 13 airports, 16 land border gates, and 13 sea border gates that allow foreigners to enter and exit by e-visa.
 

Regulations to Obtain E-visas

The e-visa obtaining procedure should not be complicated, it will be processed within 03 working days after the Vietnam Immigration Department receives your completed application and full e-Visa fee. However, the processing time may be affected by a large number of applicants or public holidays. Thus, you should consider applying for this kind of visa 7-10 days before your Vietnam holiday departure. Make sure you note these e-visa regulations:

• Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Vietnam and at least 2 blank pages
• 01 passport photo
• Soft copy of passport photo and personal information page
• Bank card for online e-visa fee payment (American Express cards are not accepted)

How to Apply for Vietnam E-visas

• Access the official website for Vietnam’s e-Visa Application
• Upload .jpg images of your passport data page and your passport photo
• Fill up all required info from your passport data page
• Then fill up all required information about your trip
• Pay the e-Visa fee using any of the payment methods available
• Receive your registration code and remember to save the number

If you need any help applying for Vietnam e-Visas or can’t wait that long to receive them, contact Asia Private Travels for the best advice and support!

Another good news on the same day is that the government also increased the temporary residence from 15 to 45 days for citizens of 13 countries who are unilaterally exempted from visas by Vietnam.

Countries that are Exempt from Vietnam Visas (latest regulations)

Not like 15 days like the previous visa exemption, the citizens of these countries are exempt from visas with a temporary stay of 45 days from the date of entry, regardless of passport type, or entry purpose, on the basis of satisfying all entry conditions as prescribed by Vietnamese law.

Citizens of these countries bringing ordinary passports, regardless of entry purposes, are exempt from Vietnam entry and exit visas with a temporary stay of not more than 45 days, as long as they follow these requirements:

• Have a passport issued by the competent authority and the passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry
• Have a round-trip transport ticket or go to another country
• Not subject to entry ban or restriction on entry to Vietnam

These changes in visa policies by the Vietnamese government promise to welcome travelers from all over the world. Now you no longer have to hesitate about your trip to Vietnam just because of the cumbersome visa procedure - especially for tourists going on more than a 2-week itinerary in Vietnam.

With a length of nearly 4000km, Vietnam promises a range of attractions, from charming coastal sites to marvelous mountains, from exciting markets to tranquil local villages,... Interestingly enough, each region of this country distinguishes its own beauty through multiple landscapes, cultures, cuisines, and humans. You might be surprised to know how a northern Vietnamese speaks completely differently from a southern one. All the diverse values combine into a unique Vietnam, and you can hardly explore all the characteristics without spending 2 or 3 weeks here! The new visa policy will definitely help you plan your Vietnam trip easier than ever. Imagine traveling to Vietnam’s highlighted destinations like Halong Bay, Danang, Hue, Hoian, etc. and freely combining them into your dream itinerary!

Plus, you will be more flexible in adjusting your Indochina itinerary through Vietnam and surrounding countries like Laos, Myanmar, and Cambodia. A holiday for 2 weeks in Vietnam or 2 weeks in Vietnam and Cambodia now seems much more doable. 

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