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Vietnam visa for Indian citizens

Passport India
Destination Vietnam

India passport holders need a visa for Vietnam, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.

Answer e-Visa

Yes, an e-Visa is required

Entry requirement
e-Visa
Maximum stay
Set by the visa
Apply before travel
Yes
Last updated
February 2026

What India passport holders need to do

  1. Apply on the destination's official e-Visa portal.
  2. Upload a passport scan and a photo, then pay the fee online.
  3. Save or print the approved e-Visa and present it at the border.

India is one of 171 passports in the “e-visa” group for Vietnam. See the full Vietnam visa requirements for every passport.

Easier alternatives in Asia for India passport holders

Vietnam is one of 47 destinations in the “e-visa” group for the India passport, which ranks #69 worldwide with a mobility score of 58. Of 49 destinations in Asia, 18 need no visa arranged in advance; the easiest are listed below.

DestinationRequirementMax stay
Bhutan Visa-free 14 days
Iran Visa-free 15 days
Kazakhstan Visa-free 14 days
Macau Visa-free 30 days
Malaysia Visa-free –
Nepal Visa-free –
Palestine Visa-free –
Thailand Visa-free 60 days
Cambodia Visa on arrival –
Indonesia Visa on arrival –
Jordan Visa on arrival –
Laos Visa on arrival –

All visa-free countries for the India passport

Frequently asked questions

Do Indian citizens need a visa for Vietnam?

India passport holders need a visa for Vietnam, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.

Can Indian citizens apply for Vietnam visa online?

Yes. India passport holders are eligible for an e-Visa to Vietnam, so the application can be completed online without visiting an embassy.

Do Vietnam citizens need a visa for India?

Vietnam passport holders need a visa for India, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.

Vietnam visa requirements for other passports

Data last updated February 2026. This page covers short visits such as tourism. Rules can change at short notice and differ for work, study or long stays. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of Vietnam before you book.