The following proposals are expected to take effect in 2025/2026:

• Granting short-term visa exemptions for visitors from major markets such as China and India.
• Extending visa exemptions to travelers from the United States, Canada, Australia, and select European countries.
• Implementing visa on arrival in Vietnam (no pre-approved visa letter required).
• Introducing longer-term (Golden) visas valid for 5-10 years.
• Issuing a 24-hour layover visa.

There are two options:

1. Apply on the official website of the Immigration Department (https://evisa.gov.vn/).

2. Apply on our website:

Benefits of applying for an e-visa on My Vietnam Visa website:

• We have created a simplified form with fewer required fields, making it easier to complete.
• We have 99% on time rate. Our team of immigration experts thoroughly reviews all information and documentation provided. That will decrease the likelihood of your visa application being rejected.
• We provide customers with fast and responsive support.

Here are the latest updates regarding visa policies and procedures for Vietnam:

• The 30-day gap between two visa-free entries has been removed. Travelers can now re-enter Vietnam immediately without waiting 30 days between visits.
• Visa on arrival is only available to travelers joining a tour program or in cases of urgent or emergency travel.
• E-Visa holders can now enter/exit Vietnam through 42 ports of entry, instead of the previous 33.
• Vietnam waives visa requirements for three more European countries, including Poland, the Czech Republic, and Switzerland, for travelers visiting Vietnam on an organized tour by a Vietnamese tour operator, effective 1 March 2025.

More news and updates:

https://www.myvietnamvisa.com/vietnam-visa-policy-updates-news.html

Yes, visa exemption is now available through the official public service or via a travel agency in Vietnam.

The standard processing time for a pre-approved visa letter is 2–3 working days, while an e-visa usually takes 3–5 working days to process. However, urgent visa applications can be completed within 1 working day for both types. In cases requiring super urgent processing, visas can be issued in as fast as 2 hours.

The cost of a Vietnam visa depends on the type of visa you are applying for. In general, a 30-day single-entry e-visa costs $25 USD per person when applying directly through the official immigration website (evisa.gov.vn).

An electronic visa (e-Visa) is currently the simplest and most convenient way to apply for a visa to visit Vietnam. As of 2025, e-Visas are available to citizens of all countries and territories and can be used at 42 international ports of entry, including land, sea, and air border gates.

Vietnam currently grants visa exemptions to citizens of 25 countries, including ASEAN countries, as well as the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Spain, and several others. If you are not eligible for a visa exemption, you must obtain a valid visa before entering Vietnam.