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Vietnam visa requirements (2026)

Of 198 passports, 27 can travel to Vietnam without arranging a visa in advance. 171 can apply online for an e-Visa and 0 need a visa from an embassy or visa centre.

Who can visit Vietnam: passports by requirement

Do I need a visa for Vietnam?

Entry requirement Choose a passport and a destination.

Popular passports

PassportRequirementStay
United States e-Visa –
United Kingdom Visa-free 45 d
India e-Visa –
Philippines Visa-free 21 d
Nigeria e-Visa –
Pakistan e-Visa –
Canada e-Visa –
Australia e-Visa –
China e-Visa –
Germany Visa-free 45 d

Access by passport region

Passports that enter visa-free, with a visa on arrival or an eTA.

RegionPassports
Europe 11/46
Asia 14/49
Africa 0/54
North America 1/23
South America 1/12
Oceania 0/14

Passports that can enter Vietnam visa-free

27 passports

Passports eligible for Vietnam e-Visa

171 passports

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Vietnam?

It depends on your passport. 27 passports can enter Vietnam visa-free, 0 get a visa on arrival, 0 need an eTA, 171 can apply for an e-Visa online and 0 need a visa from an embassy or visa centre.

Which countries can enter Vietnam without a visa?

27 passports can enter Vietnam visa-free, including Belarus, Brunei, Cambodia, Chile, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany and others.

Does Vietnam offer an e-Visa?

Yes. Holders of 171 passports can apply for a visa to Vietnam online.

Holding a Vietnam passport? See where the Vietnam passport can travel visa-free.

Data last updated February 2026. Rules can change at short notice and may differ by purpose of travel. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of Vietnam before you book.