Quick answer
- UK, many European countries, Japan, South Korea: up to 45 days visa-free. Not extendable in Vietnam.
- US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, India and most others: you need a visa — usually the e-visa, up to 90 days, US$25 single entry or US$50 multiple entry.
- Staying longer than your visa-free days? Get the e-visa instead — anyone can apply.
Who can visit Vietnam visa-free?
Vietnam grants a 45-day visa exemption to citizens of a set list of countries, including:
- the United Kingdom,
- Germany, France, Italy and Spain,
- Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden,
- Japan and South Korea,
- plus 12 more European countries added under a separate 2025 resolution.
The 45 days can't be extended from inside Vietnam. Citizens of ASEAN countries have their own separate exemptions.
Not sure whether your passport is on the list? Check your government's travel advice or the Vietnamese embassy before you book — and if in doubt, the e-visa works for every nationality.
Who needs a visa?
Passport holders from countries not on the exemption list — including the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland and India — need a visa before arriving. For tourists, that's almost always the e-visa.
| Vietnam e-visa | |
|---|---|
| Who can apply | Citizens of all countries and territories |
| Maximum stay | Up to 90 days |
| Government fee | US$25 single entry · US$50 multiple entry |
| Standard processing | 3 working days |
| Official site | evisa.gov.vn |
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Vietnam?
It depends on your passport. UK citizens and those of many European countries, Japan and South Korea can stay up to 45 days visa-free. US, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand, Irish and Indian passport holders need a visa — usually the e-visa, applied for online before travelling.
Can US citizens enter Vietnam visa-free?
No. US passport holders need a visa for Vietnam. Most apply for the e-visa at evisa.gov.vn, which allows stays of up to 90 days.
Can Australians enter Vietnam visa-free?
No. Australian passport holders need a visa — usually the e-visa, which costs US$25 for single entry or US$50 for multiple entry.
Can I extend Vietnam's 45-day visa-free stay?
No — the 45-day visa exemption cannot be extended inside Vietnam. If you want to stay longer than 45 days, apply for the e-visa (up to 90 days) before you travel.
Sources
Last checked against these sources on 3 November 2026. Entry rules change, sometimes with little notice — confirm on the official site before you travel. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.