Vietnam Visa for Russian Citizens
- Highlights
- Do Russian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
- Can Russian citizens get an e-visa?
- Can Russian citizens get a visa-on-arrival?
- Vietnam E-visa versus Vietnam Visa-on-arrival - Which one is better?
- Can Russian citizens apply for a visa at the Vietnamese Embassy?
- Summary
- Visa samples and downloads
As of 2025, Russian nationals can stay in Vietnam for up to 45 days without a visa for tourism or short business purposes. Russian passport holders planning a longer stay are eligible for the 90-day e-Visa program.
- Russian 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
- Russian citizens can enter Vietnam visa-free for up to 45 days.
- For stays exceeding 45 days, Russian citizens can apply for an e-visa, visa-on-arrival or visa stickers at a local Vietnamese embassy.
Do Russian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
No.
Russian 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 Russian citizens get an e-visa?
Yes.
In fact this is now the most convenient way for Russian 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) | 6,289 RUB |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 9,040 RUB | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 9,669 RUB | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 11,634 RUB | |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 6,289 RUB |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 9,040 RUB | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 9,669 RUB | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 11,634 RUB | |
| 3 Month Single Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 4,324 RUB |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 7,075 RUB | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 7,704 RUB | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 9,669 RUB | |
| 1 Month Single Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 4,324 RUB |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 7,075 RUB | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 7,704 RUB | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 9,669 RUB |
* The fee already includes visa processing fee and government visa fee
Can Russian 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 | 1,965 RUB |
| 03 Working Days | 4,324 RUB | |
| 02 Working Days | 5,110 RUB | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 3 Month Single Entry | 05 Working Days | 2,751 RUB |
| 03 Working Days | 4,324 RUB | |
| 02 Working Days | 5,896 RUB | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 1 Month Multiple Entry | 05 Working Days | 2,751 RUB |
| 03 Working Days | 5,110 RUB | |
| 02 Working Days | 5,896 RUB | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry | 05 Working Days | 3,537 RUB |
| 03 Working Days | 5,896 RUB | |
| 02 Working Days | 6,682 RUB | |
| 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 Russian citizens.
| E-Visa | Visa On Arrival | |
|---|---|---|
| Russian 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 82% of Russia travelers to Vietnam (out of a total of 232,300) obtained their visas through the online e-visa system, compared to just 7% (16,261 people) who opted for the visa on arrival. (Sources: immigration.gov.vn/vietnamtourism.gov.vn)
Can Russian 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 Russia:
Tel: 00-7-4232) 226948; Fax: (00-7-4232) 261496
Fax: +7 4232 205 814
Email: tls_vla@yahoo.com
Website: https://vnconsulate-vladivostok.mofa.gov.vn/
Tel: (00-7-343) 2530280 (81,83,84)
Fax: (00-7-343) 2530282
Email: vnconsul_eka@yahoo.com
Website: https://vnconsulate-yekaterinburg.mofa.gov.vn/
Tel: (+7-499)-2451092/ 2450925
Fax: +7-499-2463121
Email: vnemb.ru@mofa.gov.vn
Website: https://vnembassy-moscow.mofa.gov.vn/
Office closures
Office hours may change during Vietnamese and Russian public holidays. Please contact the consular office in advance to confirm opening times.
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Independence Day | Sept. 2, 2025 |
| Unity Day | Nov. 4, 2025 |
| International New Year's Day | Jan. 1, 2026 |
| New Year's Day | Jan. 1, 2026 |
Summary
- Russian 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
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Frequently asked questions
1. Can I use the e-Visa if I fly from countries other than Russia?
Yes.
2. What's the yearly number of tourists coming from Russia to Vietnam?
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