How to Apply for a Vietnam eVisa: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Getting your visa sorted is the first step to exploring Vietnam, and the e-visa makes it simple — no embassy visits, no complicated paperwork. This guide walks you through exactly what to prepare and each step of the process.

Before You Start: What You'll Need

Gather these before you begin so the process goes smoothly:

1. A valid passport — with enough validity remaining to cover your trip, and at least a couple of blank pages
2. A digital portrait photo — recent, clear, with a white background
3. A scanned copy of your passport's information page — the full page, uncropped, clearly legible
4. Your travel details — intended entry date, exit date, and the specific entry point (airport, land border, or seaport) you'll use
5. A valid email address — to receive updates and your approved e-visa
6. A payment method — a credit or debit card, or another supported online payment option

Step-by-Step: How to Apply

Step 1: Choose where to apply

You have two options: apply directly on the official government portal at https://evisa.gov.vn, or apply through vietnamvisaeasy.com for document review, support, and faster processing options if you need them.

Step 2: Fill out the application form

Enter your details exactly as they appear on your passport:

• Full name, date of birth, gender, and nationality
• Passport number, type, and expiry date
• Contact email and phone number
• Intended entry and exit dates, purpose of visit, and length of stay (up to 90 days)
• Single-entry or multiple-entry
• Your specific entry port and exit port — this must match your actual travel plan
• Your intended address in Vietnam (your first hotel is usually sufficient)

⚠️ Double-check every field before continuing. Small mismatches — especially the entry date and passport number — are the most common causes of delays. See our guide on common mistakes in Vietnam e-visa applications for the full list of what to double-check.

Step 3: Upload your documents

Upload your portrait photo and your scanned passport information page. Make sure the files are clear and meet the required format and size limits — blurry or cropped images are a common source of delay.

Step 4: Review your application

Before submitting, go back through every field and each uploaded document. This is your last chance to catch a mistake before it becomes harder to fix.

Step 5: Pay the fee

The government fee for a single-entry e-visa is about 25 USD. A multiple-entry visa adds 25 USD in processing fees. If you're applying through an agency, the total fee (including the government fee) will depend on the processing speed you choose. Payment is generally non-refundable once your application has been processed.

Step 6: Save your application code and wait

After payment, you'll receive an application code (format: E260720USA…). Save this along with the email you registered — you'll need both to check your status later. Standard processing takes 3–5 working days, not counting weekends and Vietnamese holidays.

Step 7: Check your status and download your e-visa

Go to https://evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/search and enter your application code and email to see your current status. Once approved, you'll be able to download your e-visa as a PDF.

Step 8: Print your e-visa

Print at least one physical copy to present alongside your passport at check-in and on arrival in Vietnam, and keep a digital copy on your phone as a backup.

Applying Yourself vs. Using an Agency

Apply directly on evisa.gov.vn if you:

• Are comfortable navigating an official government form
• Have more than 2 weeks before departure
• Want to minimize cost

Use an agency like VietnamVisaEasy if you:

• Want your application and documents reviewed before submission
• Need faster-than-standard processing
• Want live support if something needs correcting

Processing Speed Options

Notes:

• Add 25 USD for a multiple-entry visa.
• If you've already paid the government fee yourself on evisa.gov.vn, urgent processing packages only charge for the expedite service.

FAQ: Applying for a Vietnam e-Visa

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VietnamVisaEasy.com is a private service agency and is not affiliated with the Vietnamese government. We charge a fee to assist with visa applications. If you don't need assistance, you can apply directly on the official government website, evisa.gov.vn. For questions, visit our contact page.