American passport holders are not visa-exempt for Vietnam. Every US citizen must obtain a Vietnam eVisa before arrival — regardless of trip purpose or length of stay. There is no Visa on Arrival option for US citizens. The entire application is 100% online: no embassy visit, no consulate appointment, no paper forms.
Quick Facts for US Citizens
- Visa-exempt? No — eVisa required for every visit
- Apply: 100% online, no embassy visit
- Standard cost: USD 50 (3 working days)
- Fastest weekday: 1.5-Hour tier — USD 185 (Mon–Fri only)
- Weekends & holidays: Weekend/Holiday tier — USD 230, cutoff 15:00 VNT
- Already applied? Speed Up from USD 70 — do NOT reapply
What You Need to Apply
- Passport scan: all 4 corners visible, MRZ readable, valid for at least 6 months beyond your Vietnam entry date
- Passport photo: plain white background, JPEG, taken within the past 6 months
- Vietnam arrival date: the date you land in Vietnam (NOT the date you leave the US) — format DD/MM/YYYY
- Entry port: the first Vietnamese airport where your flight lands — SGN (Ho Chi Minh City), HAN (Hanoi), DAD (Da Nang), PQC (Phu Quoc), or CXR (Cam Ranh/Nha Trang)
- Validity: always select 90-day validity — same price as 30-day
⚠ Common US Applicant Mistakes — Read Before You Apply
- Wrong date format: The eVisa portal uses DD/MM/YYYY. If your Vietnam arrival date is October 20, enter 20/10/2026, not 10/20/2026. The MM/DD format will result in the wrong date on your visa or a rejected application.
- Wrong entry port: The entry port is your first Vietnamese airport. Do not enter JFK, LAX, SFO, or any US airport. Do not enter a transit airport such as Tokyo Narita or Seoul Incheon. Only enter SGN, HAN, DAD, PQC, or CXR.
- 30-day validity selected: The 90-day validity costs exactly the same as the 30-day option. Always choose 90 days — it gives you far more flexibility.
Vietnam eVisa Pricing for US Citizens
All prices below are all-inclusive (including the USD 25 Vietnamese government fee). Speed Up prices apply only if you have already submitted on evisa.gov.vn and hold a reference code.
| Processing Tier | New Application | Speed Up | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (3 working days) | USD 50 | — | Mon–Fri |
| 3-Day | USD 90 | USD 70 | Mon–Fri |
| 2-Day | USD 100 | USD 80 | Mon–Fri |
| 1-Day | USD 110 | USD 90 | Mon–Fri |
| 5-Hour | USD 125 | USD 100 | Mon–Fri |
| 2.5-Hour | USD 155 | USD 130 | Mon–Fri |
| 1.5-Hour | USD 185 | USD 160 | Mon–Fri only |
| Weekend/Holiday | USD 230 | USD 210 | Sat/Sun/Holidays, cutoff 15:00 VNT |
| Emergency (30–60 min) | USD 215 | USD 190 | Mon–Fri ONLY |
| Multiple-entry add-on | +USD 25 | +USD 25 | Any tier |
How to Apply — Step by Step
- Go to https://vietnamvisaeasy.com/apply and select your processing tier.
- Upload your passport scan — all 4 corners visible, MRZ strip clear, no glare or shadows.
- Upload your passport photo — plain white background, JPEG, taken within 6 months.
- Enter your Vietnam arrival date in DD/MM/YYYY format (not your US departure date). Select your entry port: the first Vietnamese airport where you land (SGN, HAN, DAD, PQC, or CXR).
- Select 90-day validity (same price as 30-day). Choose single or multiple entry. Complete payment online.
- Your approved eVisa is delivered by email as a PDF. Print it or save it on your phone. Present it at Vietnam immigration on arrival.
If you are flying into Ho Chi Minh City (Tan Son Nhat airport), select SGN. If landing in Hanoi (Noi Bai airport), select HAN. If your first stop is Da Nang, select DAD.
Already Applied on evisa.gov.vn? Use Speed Up
If you submitted your application directly on the Vietnamese government portal (evisa.gov.vn) and need it faster, use the Speed Up service. Do NOT submit a new application — duplicate submissions trigger a 24–48 hour processing hold.
WhatsApp +84 947 754 252 with:
- Your reference code (format: E260705…)
- Your registration email address
- Your flight number and travel date
Speed Up tiers carry no second USD 25 government fee. Prices: 3-Day USD 70 · 2-Day USD 80 · 1-Day USD 90 · 5-Hour USD 100 · 2.5-Hour USD 130 · 1.5-Hour USD 160 · Weekend USD 210 · Emergency USD 190.
https://vietnamvisaeasy.com/apply
Frequently Asked Questions
Do US citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. US citizens are not visa-exempt for Vietnam and must obtain a Vietnam eVisa before travel. There is no visa on arrival option. The application is 100% online — no embassy or consulate visit required.
How much does Vietnam eVisa cost for US citizens?
Standard processing is USD 50 (3 working days, all fees included). Faster tiers range from USD 90 (3-Day) to USD 185 (1.5-Hour, Mon–Fri). The Emergency tier (30–60 min, Mon–Fri only) is USD 215. Weekend/Holiday processing on Sat/Sun is USD 230.
How long does Vietnam eVisa take for US citizens?
Standard takes 3 working days. The fastest weekday tier is 1.5-Hour (USD 185), available Mon–Fri only. On weekends and public holidays, the only available tier is Weekend/Holiday (USD 230), with results typically delivered 16:00–17:00 VNT same day if submitted before 15:00 VNT.
Can I get Vietnam eVisa on a weekend?
Yes, via the Weekend/Holiday tier only (USD 230). Submit before 15:00 VNT on Saturday or Sunday. Results are delivered once before 06:00 VNT, typically arriving 16:00–17:00 VNT the same day. No other tiers operate on weekends or public holidays.
I already applied on evisa.gov.vn — how do I speed up?
Use the Speed Up service — do NOT submit a new application. Duplicate applications trigger a 24–48 hour processing hold. WhatsApp +84 947 754 252 with your reference code (E260705…), registration email, and flight details. Speed Up carries no second USD 25 government fee.
What entry port should US citizens select?
Select the first Vietnamese airport where your flight lands: SGN (Ho Chi Minh City / Tan Son Nhat), HAN (Hanoi / Noi Bai), DAD (Da Nang), PQC (Phu Quoc), or CXR (Cam Ranh / Nha Trang). Do not enter a US airport (JFK, LAX, etc.) or a transit hub such as Tokyo or Seoul.
What date should I enter as my Vietnam entry date?
Enter the date you arrive in Vietnam — not the date you leave the US. If you depart the US on October 19 and land in Vietnam on October 20, enter 20/10/2026. Use DD/MM/YYYY format, not the American MM/DD/YYYY format. An incorrect date means your eVisa will be invalid on arrival.
US Citizen Vietnam eVisa Support
Questions about your application? Contact us any time.
WhatsApp +84 947 754 252 Email SupportVerify your approved eVisa at evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/search