Vietnam visa requirements for United States citizens (2026)

Do United States citizens need a visa for Vietnam?

Apply online before travel. Approval is linked to your passport. Single or multiple entry available. Government processing pauses over public holidays such as Tet (next ~6 Feb 2027).

United States passport holders can currently enter 143 destinations visa-free or with a visa on arrival, and 37 more with an online ETA or e-Visa. Vietnam admits 39 of 198 passports without a full visa (visa-free, on arrival or ETA).

• Use only the official .gov.vn portal or a trusted service — many look-alike sites exist.
• Phu Quoc island allows 30 days visa-free if you only visit Phu Quoc.

Documents required for the Vietnam e-Visa

• Passport valid 6+ months from arrival with 2 blank pages
• Passport data-page scan
• Recent passport-style photo (4×6, white background)
• Intended entry/exit port and dates

Vietnam e-Visa processing time

3 working days (per the official source listed below). Apply well before your travel date.

Vietnam e-Visa cost & official fees

With Tripsol: $75 per traveler, all-in. Total includes government fees where applicable and our service fee.

How to apply for the Vietnam e-Visa

1. Prepare a passport scan and a compliant photo.
2. Apply online — with us or on the official portal — and pay the fee.
3. Wait for approval (see processing time) and download the e-visa.
4. Print a copy and travel with the passport used to apply.

Prefer a human to check it? Apply with Tripsol, or apply yourself on the official portal (evisa.gov.vn).

Recent Vietnam entry rule changes

• 2025-08-15: 45-day visa exemption extended to 12 more European countries (to 14 Aug 2028); 12 others already had it to Mar 2028.

Entry tips for Vietnam

• Everyone else can use Vietnam’s e-Visa (up to 90 days) — apply only on evisa.gov.vn.
• Local currency is Vietnamese đồng (VND) — carry a card that works abroad and some cash for arrival costs.
• Buy travel medical insurance that covers your whole stay.
• An eSIM bought before you fly means data as soon as you land — handy for showing bookings at immigration.

Vietnam at a glance

Sources & last verified

Documents and steps are general guidance. Always verify with the official source before travel.