Vietnam e-Visa Application Process (Expert Guide + How to Get Approved Faster) 2026

What is a Vietnam e-Visa?

A Vietnam e-visa is an official electronic visa issued by Vietnam's Immigration Department, letting foreign travelers apply entirely online instead of visiting an embassy.

• Validity: up to 3 months (90 days)
• Entry type: single-entry or multiple-entry
• Where to apply: directly on the official government website, https://evisa.gov.vn

Choosing the 3-month visa gives you the most flexibility — if you pick a shorter validity and later need to stay longer, you'll have to start a brand-new application. See our guide on what to do if you need to stay in Vietnam longer than planned for the extension options.

How Do You Apply for a Vietnam e-Visa? (5 Steps)

Step 1: Go to the official portal

👉 https://evisa.gov.vn — this is the only official Vietnamese government website for e-visa applications. You can check your status anytime at https://evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/search.

Step 2: Fill in your application details

You'll need your full name (exactly as on your passport), passport number, nationality, and your intended entry date.

⚠️ The entry date is the field travelers get wrong most often — your visa validity starts counting from that exact date, so an incorrect entry date can leave you with a visa you can't use as planned.

Step 3: Upload your photo and passport page

A clear portrait photo with a white background, plus a photo of your passport's information page.

Step 4: Pay the government fee

The government fee for a single-entry visa is around 25 USD, paid online by card.

⚠️ Some applicants have their payment deducted but not registered by the system — usually caused by peak-season system errors, connection issues, or incorrect card details. If this happens to you, see our guide on what to do when your Vietnam e-visa is still processing.

Save these two things after submitting:

1. Your application code (format: E260720USA…)
2. The email address registered on the system

This lets you check your status yourself and later verify a visa's authenticity if you use an agency's help.

Step 5: Wait for processing

Standard processing takes 3–5 working days. The government only reviews applications Monday–Friday, 8:00–11:30 AM and 1:30–6:00 PM Vietnam time — applications submitted on a weekend or holiday wait until the next working day.

Why Do Vietnam e-Visa Applications Get Delayed?

• Incorrect passport number or entry date
• Photos that don't meet the required format
• Applying with little time before departure
• Submission falling on a weekend, when the government isn't processing applications

If you're flying soon and your visa hasn't come through, our guide what to do if you're flying to Vietnam tomorrow covers your last-minute options.

Do Children Need Their Own Vietnam e-Visa?

Attaching a child to a parent's application is a common cause of the entire family's application being flagged and rejected. If you're applying for a family or group, contact our team via WhatsApp for guidance.

What if You Find a Mistake After Submitting?

1. Wait for a government correction request — usually 3–5 days. In some cases you may instead receive a visa with the wrong details that can't be used, forcing a full reapplication.
2. Use an urgent correction service — an agency reviews your full application, requests the government reopen the file for editing, and can apply expedited processing so you receive a corrected visa within your desired timeframe.

How Much Does It Cost to Speed Up a Vietnam e-Visa?

Notes:

• Add 25 USD for a multiple-entry visa.
• If you've already paid the government fee yourself on evisa.gov.vn, you only pay for the expedite service (the table above already deducts the 25 USD government fee in that case).
• A standalone information-correction service costs 85 USD.

To speed up an application you've already submitted, go to vietnamvisaeasy.com, select "SPEED UP existing visa," and choose your timeframe.

Can You Get a Vietnam e-Visa on a Weekend or Public Holiday?

The government doesn't process applications on Saturdays, Sundays, or public holidays; anything submitted then waits until the next working day. Agency weekend/holiday services must be applied for and paid directly through the agency's own site, since the government portal has no weekend option, no live support, and no refunds for payment errors or rejected applications.

Can You Extend a Vietnam e-Visa or Stay Longer?

1. Visit a Vietnamese embassy to extend your current visa.
2. Fly to a visa-exempt country (Thailand, Singapore, etc.), then apply for a new Vietnam visa — an urgent package (1 day or even 1–2 hours) can get you back in sooner.

You must exit Vietnam before applying for the new visa, and provide a photo of your exit stamp so the new application can be processed faster.

Should You Apply Yourself or Use a Third-Party Agency?

Apply directly on evisa.gov.vn if you:

• Are comfortable navigating online government forms
• Have more than 2 weeks before departure
• Want to minimize cost

Use a third-party agency if you:

• Need your visa within hours or days
• Have an application stuck in processing
• Need delivery specifically on a weekend or holiday
• Found an error and need it corrected quickly
• Want 24/7 live support and a money-back guarantee if the deadline is missed

FAQ: Vietnam e-Visa

Related Guides

• 👉 What to do if you're flying to Vietnam tomorrow
• 👉 What to do when your Vietnam e-visa is still processing
• 👉 Urgent Vietnam visa options for US travelers
• 👉 Check your visa application status
• 👉 More Vietnam travel guides
• 👉 Frequently Asked Questions

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.