Vietnam Visa for Swiss Citizens
- Highlights
- Do Swiss passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
- Are there exceptions or visa exemptions available?
- Can Swiss citizens get an e-visa?
- Can Swiss citizens get a visa-on-arrival?
- Vietnam E-visa versus Vietnam Visa-on-arrival - Which one is better?
- Can Swiss citizens apply for a visa at the Vietnamese Embassy?
- Summary
- Visa samples and downloads
As of 2025, Swiss citizens must have a valid visa to enter Vietnam and are eligible for the 90-day E-visa (single/multiple entry). The following documents may be required:
- Swiss passports 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 Swiss citizens require a visa to enter Vietnam.
- Swiss 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(~22 CHF), with fast-track service available.
Do Swiss passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes.
Swiss 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 Switzerland as well as their spouses/children are eligible to obtain a 5-year visa exemption certificate.
- Swiss passports do NOT require a visa to visit Vietnam for up to 45 days when joining tours operated by licensed Vietnamese tour companies, starting 1 March 2025 (Government Resolution No. 11/NQ-CP).
Can Swiss citizens get an e-visa?
Yes.
In fact this is now the most convenient way for Swiss 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) | 71 CHF |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 102 CHF | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 109 CHF | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 131 CHF | |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 71 CHF |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 102 CHF | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 109 CHF | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 131 CHF | |
| 3 Month Single Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 49 CHF |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 80 CHF | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 87 CHF | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 109 CHF | |
| 1 Month Single Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 49 CHF |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 80 CHF | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 87 CHF | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 109 CHF |
* The fee already includes visa processing fee and government visa fee
Can Swiss 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 | 22 CHF |
| 03 Working Days | 49 CHF | |
| 02 Working Days | 58 CHF | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 3 Month Single Entry | 05 Working Days | 31 CHF |
| 03 Working Days | 49 CHF | |
| 02 Working Days | 67 CHF | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 1 Month Multiple Entry | 05 Working Days | 31 CHF |
| 03 Working Days | 58 CHF | |
| 02 Working Days | 67 CHF | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry | 05 Working Days | 40 CHF |
| 03 Working Days | 67 CHF | |
| 02 Working Days | 75 CHF | |
| 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 Swiss citizens.
| E-Visa | Visa On Arrival | |
|---|---|---|
| Swiss 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 Switzerland travelers to Vietnam (out of a total of 33,584) obtained their visas through the online e-visa system, compared to just 5% (1,679 people) who opted for the visa on arrival. (Sources: immigration.gov.vn/vietnamtourism.gov.vn)
Can Swiss 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 Switzerland:
Tel: +41 (0)31 388 7872/ 75
Fax: +41 (0) 31 388 7879
Email: vietsuisse@bluewin.ch
Website: https://vnembassy-bern.mofa.gov.vn/
Office closures
Office hours may change during Vietnamese and Swiss public holidays. Please contact the consular office in advance to confirm opening times.
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Swiss National Day | Aug. 1, 2025 |
| Independence Day | Sept. 2, 2025 |
| International New Year's Day | Jan. 1, 2026 |
| Vietnamese New Year's Eve | Feb. 16, 2026 |
Summary
- Swiss 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
Questions and Answers (01)
I am a Swiss citizen with a service visa permit for Indonesia since I work in Indonesia in an international organization. Therefore, I have a KITAs. Do I still need a visa?
@Jana Silberring, If you hold Swiss passport, then Yes you will need to have a valid visa to visit Vietnam as the KITAs document is not accepted as a exemption paper.
Frequently asked questions
1. Can I use the e-Visa if I fly from countries other than Switzerland?
Yes.
2. What is the Vietnam Embassy’s address in Switzerland?
The address of the Vietnamese Embassy in Switzerland is Schlsslistr. 26, 3008 Berne.
3. What is the charge for a Vietnam visa on arrival for Swiss passport holders?
To obtain a Vietnam visa on arrival, you need to pay 02 types of fees: a fee for an approval letter and a stamping fee. The fee for a visa approval letter varies depending on the type of visa you apply for and the duration while the stamping fee is 25 USD ~ 22.95 CHF for single entry (01-03 months) and 50 USD ~45.9 CHF for multiple entry (01-03 months).
4. Are Swiss citizens eligible for Vietnam visa exemption?
Swiss citizens are not eligible for the Vietnam visa exemption; therefore, to enter Vietnam, it is required to obtain a visa.
5. How to renew my Vietnamese passport in Switzerland?
To renew a Vietnamese passport in Switzerland, you can either apply in person or by mail by contacting the Vietnamese Embassy in the country. Here are the instructions for passport renewal:
- Prepare the necessary documents: You need to provide a completed application form, two passport-sized photos, the old passport, and the required fee.
- Submit the application: This can be done in person at the embassy or by mailing the application and supporting documents to the embassy.
- Wait for processing: The processing time for passport renewal varies and the embassy will contact you once the new passport is ready. You can receive the renewed passport via mail or in person.
6. Are visitors with Swiss nationality eligible to apply for a Vietnam e-visa?
Yes, Swiss residents are eligible to apply for an e-visa for Vietnam. You can find the information for getting an e-visa from Switzerland here.
7. What's the yearly number of tourists coming from Switzerland to Vietnam?
The number of tourists from Switzerland to Vietnam reached roughly 10,845 in 3/2020, representing 0.3% of total arrivals that year. This was a drop of 22,739 from 2024.
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