Vietnam Visa for French Citizens
- Highlights
- Do French passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
- Can French citizens get an e-visa?
- Can French citizens get a visa-on-arrival?
- Vietnam E-visa versus Vietnam Visa-on-arrival - Which one is better?
- Can French citizens apply for a visa at the Vietnamese Embassy?
- Summary
- Visa samples and downloads
As of 2025, French nationals can stay in Vietnam for up to 45 days without a visa for tourism or short business purposes. French passport holders planning a longer stay are eligible for the 90-day e-Visa program.
- French Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the arrival date.
- Passport has at least 2 blank visa pages.
| Type of visa | Requirements | Maximum stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | Visa not required | 45 days |
| E-visa | Eligible | 90 days |
Highlights
- French citizens can enter Vietnam visa-free for up to 45 days.
- For stays exceeding 45 days, French citizens can apply for an e-visa, visa-on-arrival or visa stickers at a local Vietnamese embassy.
Do French passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
No.
French passports do not need a visa to visit Vietnam. However, a visa is required for:
- Stays longer than 45 days
- Work or employment
- Investment activities or projects
- Journalism or media work
Can French citizens get an e-visa?
Yes.
In fact this is now the most convenient way for French visitors to obtain a visa for Vietnam.
Validity
Up to 90 days, single or multiple entry
Processing time and fee
Processing time: 3–7 business days
Fee: $25 (single entry) or $50 (multiple entry)
How to apply
Apply online via the official government portal: evisa.gov.vn
Or apply through a visa agency.
If you apply for an e-visa with us the processing time and fees are as follows:
| Type of visa | Processing time | Fee* |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 72 EUR |
| Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 104 EUR | |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 104 EUR | |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 113 EUR | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 127 EUR | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 118 EUR | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 136 EUR | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 145 EUR | |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 72 EUR |
| Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 104 EUR | |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 104 EUR | |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 113 EUR | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 127 EUR | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 118 EUR | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 136 EUR | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 145 EUR | |
| 3 Month Single Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 50 EUR |
| Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 82 EUR | |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 82 EUR | |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 91 EUR | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 104 EUR | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 95 EUR | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 113 EUR | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 122 EUR | |
| 1 Month Single Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 50 EUR |
| Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 82 EUR | |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 82 EUR | |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 91 EUR | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 104 EUR | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 95 EUR | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 113 EUR | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 122 EUR |
* The fee already includes visa processing fee and government visa fee
Can French citizens get a visa-on-arrival?
Yes.
But please note that you need a pre-approved visa letter before boarding the plane to Vietnam. Upon arrival at Vietnamese airport you need to present this letter along with your passport to get the visa stamp and enter Vietnam.
Validity
Up to 30 days, single or multiple entry
Processing time and fee
Processing time: 3–5 business days
Fee: $25 (single entry) or $50 (multiple entry) plus the visa approval letter fee.
How to apply
Apply online through a visa agency.
If you apply for a visa-on-arrival with us the processing time and fees are as follows:
| Type of visa | Processing time | Fee* |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Month Single Entry | 05 Working Days | 23 EUR |
| 03 Working Days | 50 EUR | |
| 02 Working Days | 59 EUR | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 3 Month Single Entry | 05 Working Days | 32 EUR |
| 03 Working Days | 50 EUR | |
| 02 Working Days | 68 EUR | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 1 Month Multiple Entry | 05 Working Days | 32 EUR |
| 03 Working Days | 59 EUR | |
| 02 Working Days | 68 EUR | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry | 05 Working Days | 41 EUR |
| 03 Working Days | 68 EUR | |
| 02 Working Days | 77 EUR | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us |
* The fee does NOT include the visa stamp fee at the Vietnam airport.
Vietnam E-visa versus Vietnam Visa-on-arrival - Which one is better?
It depends on your personal preference.
Below we list the pros and cons of Vietnam e-visa and Vietnam visa on arrival which you can decide which one works best for you as French citizens.
| E-Visa | Visa On Arrival | |
|---|---|---|
| French citizens can apply | Yes | Yes |
| Airport/ Seaport/ Landport | All airports/ Seaports/ Landports | Only airport |
| Max stay | 90 days | 30 days |
| Wait time at airport | None | 30 minutes on average |
| Processing time | 3-5 working days | 2-4 working days |
| Fast track service available | Yes | Yes |
| Fastest processing time (fast-track service) | 4-8 hours | 2 hours |
| Document received | E-visa (pdf) to your email |
- Visa approval letter (pdf) to your emai
- Visa stamp at Vietnam airport |
| Fee | $25-$50 | Varies |
| How easy to obtain (out of 5 with 5 being the easier) | 4.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Pros | No need to wait at Vietnam airport | No need to submit photo thus reduce risk of delay |
| Cons | Can meet with delay if you do not submit quality passport photos and photos scan | 30 minutes wait time at Vietnam airport to get visa stamp |
| Common issues |
Wrong details on application (name spelling/ name order/ date of birth/ passport
expiration date)
Photos do not meet requirement (photo format, background light) |
Forget to obtain the visa approval letter prior to boarding plane |
* Note: By 2024, nearly 82% of France nationals entering Vietnam (total: 278,943) secured their visas via the e-visa portal, while the visa-on-arrival method was used by just 3%, or 8,368 applicants. (Sources: immigration.gov.vn/vietnamtourism.gov.vn)
Can French citizens apply for a visa at the Vietnamese Embassy?
Yes.
You can apply in person or by mail for a visa to enter Vietnam at the closest
Vietnamese Embassy or consulate. Since each of them can require a slightly different
set of documents it is best to contact them directly and fulfill the requirement.
Below is the listings of Vietnamese embassies and consulates in France:
Tel: +33-01-4414 6400
Fax: +33 1 45 243 948
Email: vnparis.fr@gmail.com; vnemb.fr@mofa.gov.vn
Website: https://vnembassy-paris.mofa.gov.vn/
Office closures
Office hours may change during Vietnamese and French public holidays. Please contact the consular office in advance to confirm opening times.
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Bastille Day | July 14, 2025 |
| Assumption of Mary | Aug. 15, 2025 |
| Independence Day | Sept. 2, 2025 |
| All Saints' Day | Nov. 1, 2025 |
Summary
- French citizens can travel to Vietnam without a visa for up to 45 days.
- Current available method of application: e-visa/ visa-on-arrival/ visa at the embassy.
- Allow at least 2 weeks in advance of your trip to apply for your visa. However if you are late you can always get a fast track service to get the visa on time for your travel.
- Take into account Vietnam public holiday which will affect your visa processing time.
- Each method of visa application requires a different set of information, make sure to read instructions carefully and provide the necessary information and documents.
Visa samples and downloads
Questions and Answers (02)
Can I still enter Danang, Vietnam if my passport only has 5 months validity but the airlines is allowing me tl check-in and fly?
Hello, please be advised that to qualify for the 45-day visa exemption, your passport must remain valid for at least 6 months upon your arrival in Vietnam. Therefore, be sure to renew your passport before traveling to Vietnam.
French citizen, don’t need a visa if I stay less than 45 days is that correct?? Thank you
@Alessio savio, Yes, French passports do not need a visa for up to 45 day stay!
Frequently asked questions
1. Can I use the e-Visa if I fly from countries other than France?
Yes.
2. What is the address of the Vietnam Embassy in France?
Vietnam Embassy in France is situated at 62-66 Rue Boileau 75016 Paris, France.
3. Are French citizens eligible for a Vietnam visa on arrival?
A visa on arrival is available for French travelers visiting Vietnam by air.
4. How much does it cost for a Vietnam e-visa for passport holders in France?
The fixed e-visa fee is 25 USD ~ 23 Euros.
5. What is the validity of a Vietnam e-visa for French nationals?
A Vietnam e-visa is valid for stays of up to 90 days, single entry only.
6. Are French nationals eligible to apply for an e-visa for Vietnam?
Yes, French nationals are eligible to request an e-visa for travel to Vietnam. Instructions for obtaining an e-visa from the France can be found here.
7. What's the yearly number of tourists coming from France to Vietnam?
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