Vietnam Visa from Singapore
By VietnamVisaEasy Visa Team · 2026-07-23 · Updated 2026-11-08
Getting a Vietnam visa from Singapore depends on who you are, not where you are. Singapore citizens can visit visa-free for a month. Many foreigners who live and work in Singapore, on the other hand, need an e-visa. This guide explains both cases, how to apply from Singapore, and how quickly an e-visa can be issued when you plan a short-notice trip.
Do you need a Vietnam visa from Singapore?
It depends on your passport.
| Your passport | What you need for Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Singapore | Visa-free up to 30 days |
| Malaysia, Thailand | Visa-free up to 30 days |
| Indonesia | Visa-free up to 14 days |
| UK, Germany, France, Japan, South Korea and other exempt countries | Visa-free up to 45 days |
| USA, Australia, India, China and most others | E-visa |
Employment passes and permanent residence in Singapore do not change these rules. The full list is in our Vietnam visa exemption guide.
When do Singaporeans need an e-visa?
For stays longer than 30 days, or when re-entering within a longer trip. A Singaporean planning a 6-week trip, or a stay with a work project, should get an e-visa before travelling, valid for up to 90 days. The visa-free stay cannot be extended by a tourist alone.
How do foreign residents apply from Singapore?
Online, in about 15 minutes.
- Open the official e-visa portal or use an agency that files on the same system.
- Upload your passport data page with both machine-readable lines visible.
- Upload a recent portrait photo on a white background, without glasses.
- Enter your names exactly as in the passport, your arrival date and the Vietnamese airport where you land.
- Pay the government fee: US$25 single entry or US$50 multiple entry.
You do not need to visit the Vietnamese embassy in Singapore for an e-visa. The embassy route is mainly for long-stay, work or study visas.
How fast can an e-visa be issued from Singapore?
On the same working day, if you apply early. Vietnam is 1 hour behind Singapore. Vietnamese offices work Monday to Friday, 08:00–11:30 and 13:30–18:30 Vietnam time.
| Vietnam time | Singapore time |
|---|---|
| 08:00, offices open | 09:00 |
| 11:00, 1-day cutoff | 12:00 |
| 15:00, weekend service cutoff | 16:00 |
| 18:00, last cutoff for 30–60 minutes | 19:00 |
A resident who decides at lunchtime to fly to Ho Chi Minh City the next day can usually have an e-visa by the evening. Our urgent processing guide lists every speed.
Which entry port should you choose?
The Vietnamese airport where you land. Flights from Changi reach Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Phu Quoc and other cities. Singapore is never the entry port on a Vietnam e-visa. The ports of entry guide lists every official gate.
What about families with mixed nationalities?
Check every passport separately. In many Singapore households, one parent is Singaporean and the other holds a different passport. The Singaporean can enter visa-free while the spouse or child may need an e-visa. Apply for those who need one together, so the results arrive at the same time.
What should you carry when you fly?
A passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival, with a blank page. Bring a return ticket and hotel address, which Changi check-in staff or Vietnamese officers may ask to see. E-visa holders should carry the PDF and a printed copy. Our passport validity guide explains the rules.
Can non-exempt residents fly to Phu Quoc without a visa?
Yes, if they fly directly from Singapore to Phu Quoc and stay only on the island. Travelers of any nationality can enter Phu Quoc visa-free for up to 30 days on a direct international arrival. A connection through Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi usually means passing immigration on the mainland, which needs a visa. Our Phu Quoc visa-free guide explains the details.
How do you count the 30 days for Singaporeans?
The arrival day is day 1. A Singaporean landing on 1 June must leave by 30 June. Staying longer, even by 1 day, leads to fines at departure. If you might stay longer, get an e-visa for up to 90 days before you travel, because the visa-free stay cannot be extended as a tourist.
Do Singapore permanent residents get any exemption?
No. Permanent residence does not change the rule. A Singapore PR holding, for example, an Indian, Chinese or Philippine passport follows the rule for that passport. Check it in the exemption guide and apply for an e-visa if needed, with your own passport details.
Can you do a weekend trip from Singapore?
Yes, and it is popular. Short flights make weekend trips to Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang or Phu Quoc easy. Visa-exempt travelers just need a valid passport. Others should apply at least a few working days before the weekend, or use the weekend service before 16:00 Singapore time on Saturday or Sunday. Our weekend visa guide explains how it works.
Frequently asked questions
Do Singapore citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Not for stays of up to 30 days. Longer stays need an e-visa.
I live in Singapore but hold another passport. Which rule applies?
Your passport's rule. Residence in Singapore does not change Vietnam's visa requirement.
Can I apply for a Vietnam e-visa while in Singapore?
Yes. The e-visa is applied for online from any country.
What entry port do I choose when flying from Singapore?
The Vietnamese airport where you land, such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang or Phu Quoc.
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