Vietnam Visa for Polish Citizens
- Highlights
- Do Polish passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
- Are there exceptions or visa exemptions available?
- Can Polish citizens get an e-visa?
- Can Polish citizens get a visa-on-arrival?
- Vietnam E-visa versus Vietnam Visa-on-arrival - Which one is better?
- Can Polish citizens apply for a visa at the Vietnamese Embassy?
- Summary
- Visa samples and downloads
As of 2025, Polish citizens require a valid visa to enter Vietnam and are eligible for the 90 day E-visa (single/multiple entry). The following documents are required:
- Polish 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 required | N/A |
| E-visa | Eligible | 90 days |
Highlights
- All Polish citizens require a visa to enter Vietnam.
- Polish citizens can apply for an e-visa, visa on arrival, or a visa sticker through a local Vietnamese embassy or consulate.
- Processing time varies from 3-7 working days, visa fee starts from 25 USD(~104 PLN), with fast-track service available.
Do Polish passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes.
Polish passport holders need a visa to visit Vietnam. This applies to all purposes of entry, including:
- Tourism
- Business
- Visiting relatives
- Investment
- Journalism
Are there exceptions or visa exemptions available?
Yes. There are two exemptions:
- Overseas Vietnamese currently residing in Poland, as well as their spouses and children, are eligible to obtain a 5-year visa exemption certificate.
- Polish passport holders traveling to Vietnam with licensed Vietnamese tour operators will NOT require a visa for visits of up to 45 days, starting 1 March 2025 (Government Resolution No. 11/NQ-CP)
Can Polish citizens get an e-visa?
Yes.
In fact this is now the most convenient way for Polish 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) | 332 PLN |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 478 PLN | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 540 PLN | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 623 PLN | |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 332 PLN |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 478 PLN | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 540 PLN | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 623 PLN | |
| 3 Month Single Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 228 PLN |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 374 PLN | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 436 PLN | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 519 PLN | |
| 1 Month Single Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 228 PLN |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 374 PLN | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 436 PLN | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 519 PLN |
* The fee already includes visa processing fee and government visa fee
Can Polish 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 | 104 PLN |
| 03 Working Days | 228 PLN | |
| 02 Working Days | 270 PLN | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 3 Month Single Entry | 05 Working Days | 145 PLN |
| 03 Working Days | 228 PLN | |
| 02 Working Days | 311 PLN | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 1 Month Multiple Entry | 05 Working Days | 145 PLN |
| 03 Working Days | 270 PLN | |
| 02 Working Days | 311 PLN | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry | 05 Working Days | 187 PLN |
| 03 Working Days | 311 PLN | |
| 02 Working Days | 353 PLN | |
| 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 Polish citizens.
| E-Visa | Visa On Arrival | |
|---|---|---|
| Polish 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: In 2024, approximately 83% of Poland travelers to Vietnam (out of a total of 51,157) obtained their visas through the online e-visa system, compared to just 5% (2,558 people) who opted for the visa on arrival. (Sources: immigration.gov.vn/vietnamtourism.gov.vn)
Can Polish 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 Poland:
Tel: (0048 - 22) 651609
Fax: (0048 - 22) 6516095
Email: vnemb.poland@yahoo.com or vnemb.pl@mofa.gov.vn
Website: https://vnembassy-warsaw.mofa.gov.vn/
Office closures
Office hours may change during Vietnamese and Polish public holidays. Please contact the consular office in advance to confirm opening times.
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Assumption of Mary | Aug. 15, 2025 |
| Independence Day | Sept. 2, 2025 |
| All Saints' Day | Nov. 1, 2025 |
| Independence Day | Nov. 11, 2025 |
Summary
- Polish visitors need a valid passport and visa to enter Vietnam.
- 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
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Frequently asked questions
1. Can I use the e-Visa if I fly from countries other than Poland?
Yes.
2. Is Vietnam e-visa fee refundable if the visa application is refused?
Vietnam e-visa fee (25 USD ~ 108 PLN) is non-refundable even when your visa application is refused.
3. Are Polish nationals eligible for Vietnam visa exemption?
Poland is NOT in the Vietnam visa exemption list so you are required to obtain a visa prior to arrival in Vietnam.
4. Can Pole nationals obtain a visa on arrival if entering Vietnam by air?
Yes. Pole nationals having visa approval letters are granted a Vietnam visa on arrival at one of the Vietnam airports.
5. What is the charge for a Vietnam business visa for Polish passport holders?
The prices for a Vietnam business visa vary depending on the length of stay. It is 25 ~ 108 PLN USD for a single entry visa and 50 USD ~ 216 PLN for a multiple entry visa, valid for up to 03 months.
6. How many visitors from Poland travel to Vietnam annually?
The number of tourists from Poland to Vietnam reached roughly 51,157 in 2024, representing 0.3% of total arrivals that year.
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