Vietnam 3 Month Visa / E-visa for Tourist and Business
A 3-month single entry visa permits a single entry into Vietnam with a maximum stay of 90 days. If you leave the country during this period, the visa will become invalid. If you wish to stay in Vietnam beyond the 3-month validity, you will need to extend the visa. However, if you opt for a 3-month multiple entry visa, you will have the flexibility to enter and exit Vietnam multiple times within the 3-month period, until the visa expires.
Overview
Update: 3 month e-visa (multiple entry) policy is now in effect, travelers can apply online for this visa type.
A Vietnam visa can be classified into different types based on purpose of visit, length of stays and number of entries. While 1 month visa is the most common for tourism purpose, 3 month visa allows the most flexibility, reducing the chance of a need for visa extension which is a lot more complicated.
3 month visa is popular for foreign tourists, businessmen, investors, or those visiting their family/relatives in Vietnam. This visa type can be used for 2 purposes:
- Traveling (Category DL) - For tourists.
- Business (Category DN) - For those working with enterprises in Vietnam.
Types of 3 month visas
In Vietnam, 3-month visas include 2 types: single entry and multiple entry.
Single entry visa (3 months)
A single entry visa only allows a single entry to Vietnam. It means foreigners can enter Vietnam only once within the period of the 3-month stay and no matter when they exit, the visa will expire.
For example, if your visa validity is from 1st March to 1st June, you can enter any time during this period once and must leave by 1st June.
Visa Fee: 3-month single entry visa costs USD25 per person.
Multiple entry visa (3 months)
A 3-month multi-entry visa allows foreigners to enter and exit Vietnam multiple times for a maximum stay of 3 months (90 days). Foreigners can exit Vietnam and return at any time until the visa expires.
For example, if your visa validity is from 1st March to 1st June, you can enter any time during this period for as many times as you need and must leave Vietnam by 1st June.
Visa Fee: The 3-month multiple-entry visa costs USD50 per person.
Who are eligible for the 3 month visa
Not all travelers or businessmen can apply for a 3-month visa to Vietnam. Below are the conditions:
- Foreigners having work permits in Vietnam or certificates showing that they are exempt from work permits.
- Foreigners are investors and business owners of Vietnam enterprises.
- Foreigners entering Vietnam for traveling or business purposes with a guaranteeing agency/ organization in Vietnam
- Foreigners having at least 1-year valid passport in advance of the trip.
- Those are not on the list of individuals prohibited from entering Vietnam as prescribed in Article 21 of the Law on entry, exit, transit and residence of foreigners in Vietnam
How to apply
Below are step-by-step guide to apply for Vietnam 3 month visa:
Step 1: Preparation
Prepare documents and things needed for the visa application, including:
- Application form to enter Vietnam (form NA2)
- Application form for visa issuance, stay extension (form NA5)
- Work permit or work permit exemption for foreigners
- Original passport with a validity of at least 1 year
- Temporary residence book or certificate of temporary residence registration for foreigners
- Introduction letter (from your inviting or guaranteeing agency/organization)
- Legal documents of inviting/guaranteeing enterprises (Business registration certificate/Operating license/Investment license of the enterprise, first registration of signature and seal at the Vietnam Immigration Department).
Step 2: Submit documents and wait for the approval
- If you are residing outside Vietnam, you can submit all documents yourself at the Vietnam Embassy/Consulate in your country of residence.
- If you are staying in Vietnam, your inviting/guaranteeing enterprise/agency in Vietnam can submit all documents to one of the Vietnam Immigration Offices below:
- In the North: 44-46 Tran Phu Street, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi - Contact: 0243 8257941
- In the South: 333-335-337 Nguyen Trai Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City - Contact: 028 39202300
- In the Central: 7 Tran Quy Cap Street, Hai Chau District, Da Nang city - Contact: 02363822381
- Besides, there are many immigration offices located in different provinces in Vietnam. Some of the addresses you can refer to are:
- Ho Chi Minh City Immigration Office: 196 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Ward 6, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City - Contact: 02838299398
- Da Nang Immigration Office: 78 Le Loi street, Hai Chau district, Da Nang city - Contact: 0694260192
- Hanoi Immigration Office (Branch 1): 44 Pham Ngoc Thach, Dong Da, Hanoi - Contact: 0692191515
- Can Tho Immigration Office: 9B, Tran Phu, Cai Khe ward, Ninh Kieu district, Can Tho city - Contact: 0693672118
***Note: Vietnam Immigration Department is open from Monday to Friday and Saturday morning, except for public holidays. The working hours are from 08.00 am - 11.00 am and 13.30 pm – 16.00 pm. In case of emergency, you still can contact the officers on duty at the headquarters.
Step 3: Receive the result
After your application is submitted, the process may take 5 - 7 working days. If your application is approved, you or your inviting/guaranteeing company will be informed of the result. Then, you need to go to the Embassy/Consulate or Vietnam Immigration Office, pay the required visa fee, and get the visa.
Fees
Currently, a 3-month visa can be obtained through one of the following methods: at the Embassy/Consulate, via Visa on Arrival, or through the online E-visa application. The Vietnam E-visa is available for single or multiple entries, with a maximum stay of 90 days. The price will vary depending on the method you choose:
- Applying at the Embassy/Consulate: USD25 for single entry and USD50 for multiple entries.
- Applying for a visa on arrival: USD25 for single entry and USD50 for multiple entries for government fee plus USD25-150 for a visa approval letter depending on the policy of each travel/visa agency in Vietnam.
- E-Visa: USD 25 for a single-entry and USD 50 for a multiple-entry visa.
Vietnam 3 month E-visa (Multi-entry)
As of August 2025, Vietnam e-visa all applies validity of 90 days, with option of single or multiple entry visa. This is a considerable change as the offer now expands to all the countries and territories instead of 80 countries.
Application steps:
1 – Visit the official website: https://evisa.gov.vn/ and click on “APPLY NOW”.
2 – Fill in the form at https://evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/foreigners with all required documents. Make sure to choose the maximum stay of 90 days and multiple entry if preferred.
3 – Pay the fee of USD 25 for a single entry or USD 50 for multiple entry, and wait for approval in 3–5 working days (for faster processing, you may consider the emergency service).
4 – Download the e-visa once approved at https://evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/search.
Questions and Answers (35)
I’m a US citizen currently in Vietnam on a single entry eVisa, land border entry. I’m getting conflicting info on whether I can remain in country 30 or 90 days. It says “length of stay subject to permission of Immigration Authority” on the document. I appreciate your assistance!
@Hudson, an e-Visa usually specifies the entry and exit dates. Could you check it again? You can also email us a copy of your e-Visa or the visa stamp on your passport, we will help you checking its validity.
I'm a UK citizen-The Vietnam E-visa portal states that UK citizens don't need a visa. As we are automatically allowed tor 45 days without a visa.. However I would like to apply for 90 days non working visa? No option for that for 90 days for me to select. Can you please advise how I get get a 90 Day visa?
@Jessy Dhillon, you can visit the official website below to submit your application. In the section “2. REQUESTED INFORMATION,” you can select single or multiple entry and specify the dates, ensuring a maximum span of 90 days between entry and exit:
https://evisa.gov.vn/
Frequently asked questions
1. Is there a limit to the maximum number of entry/exit times with a 3-month multiple-entry visa?
No. There is no limit for the number of entry/exit times when you get a 3-month multiple-entry visa. You can enter and exit Vietnam at any time until the visa expires.
2. If I want to get visa support urgently, can I contact the Immigration Office on weekends or holidays?
Yes. You still can contact the officers on duty at the headquarters or call the hotline of the Immigration Office in case of emergency, however, the process may take longer. As a result, you are highly recommended to check your visa in advance and proactively contact the Immigration Department on working days. The working time is from 08.00 am - 11.00 am and 13.30 pm – 16.00 pm from Monday to Friday and 08.00 am - 11.00 am on Saturday, except for public holidays.
3. Is a 3 month visa applied for all kinds of ports in Vietnam?
Yes, airports, landports, or seaports are all available.
4. If I want to apply for a 3-month visa while staying in Vietnam, can I do it by myself or do I need a guaranteed sponsor in Vietnam to do it for me?
You need a sponsor/guarantor in Vietnam who will provide you with an recommednation letter and all legal documents of the agency/enterprise. These documents are compulsory for the 3-month visa application.
5. How long is the minimum validity of a passport for a 3-month visa?
You need to submit your original passport with a minimum validity of 1 year to get a visa for 3 months.
6. Can a 3-month visa be applied online?
No, currently E-visa is now available for a duration not exceeding 30 days and single entry. However, the e-visa is expected to extend its validity to 3 months in June/July 2023.
7. Can I extend 3 month visa when it expires while in Vietnam?
Yes. You need to prepare all documents needed (original passport with at least 1-year validity, visa renewal application form, an introduction letter, and legal documents of your inviting or guaranteeing agency/organization) and submit them to the Vietnam Immigration Department. The approval process may take 5 - 7 business days.
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