Direct Answer
India is not visa-exempt for Vietnam — a visa is required for any trip length (with one exception: Phu Quoc-only visits). Worth correcting a claim found on some content, including sibling guides: the e-visa is not single-entry only — both single and multiple entry exist, up to 90 days, applied for entirely online at evisa.gov.vn.
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A Claim Worth Correcting Directly
Some content, including on related guides for other nationalities, states the e-visa is "single-entry only" or lists just a 30-day option. Neither is accurate. The e-visa genuinely offers both single-entry ($25) and multiple-entry ($50), and both 30-day and 90-day validity — all selected at the same point in the application, at identical processing speed.
Do Indian Citizens Need a Visa?
Yes. India is not on Vietnam's visa-exemption list — a visa is required for any trip length, tourism or business. One notable exception: visits limited entirely to Phu Quoc Island carry a separate visa-free arrangement for up to 30 days, not requiring the standard e-visa.
Visa Options for Indian Citizens
| Visa Type | Duration | Entry Type |
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| e-Visa | 30 or 90 days, your choice | Single or multiple, your choice |
| Visa on Arrival | 1–3 months | Single/multiple, requires pre-approval letter |
| Business Visa | 1–3 months | Through a sponsoring company |
The e-visa is genuinely the simplest and most cost-effective option for most Indian travelers — entirely online, no embassy visit or agent required for the government process itself.
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e-Visa Requirements
- Valid Indian passport, 6+ months validity from your entry date
- Portrait-style photo — 4x6cm, white background, no glasses
- A separate scan of your passport's bio-data page
- A valid email address
- A card for payment
How to Apply
- Go to evisa.gov.vn — the official government portal
- Complete the form, matching every detail to your passport
- Upload your photo and passport scan
- Choose entry type and validity — 90 days/multiple-entry costs no more than 30 days/single-entry within each category
- Pay the government fee and save your registration code
- Wait 3–5 working days for standard processing
- Download, print, and keep a digital copy of your approved e-visa
Real Costs
| Visa Type | Fee |
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| e-Visa, single-entry | $25 |
| e-Visa, multiple-entry | $50 |
| VOA (letter + stamping) | $40–75 |
| Urgent e-visa (fastest, 30–60 min) | $215 |
Government fee non-refundable regardless of outcome. Full 9-tier list on our urgent Vietnam visa service page.
Entry Points
As of a December 2025 government expansion, the e-visa covers 83 entry points nationwide — 17 airports (including Hanoi's Noi Bai, Ho Chi Minh City's Tan Son Nhat, and Da Nang), 27 land border gates, and 39 sea ports.
Make sure the entry port on your application matches the one you'll actually use — a mismatch here is a common, avoidable cause of delay.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Blurry or incorrectly sized photos
- Misspelling name or passport number
- Choosing an entry port that doesn't match your actual arrival point
- Applying too close to your travel date, leaving no buffer for a correction cycle
What No Agency Can Honestly Guarantee
No service, including us, can guarantee approval — that decision belongs to Vietnamese immigration alone. What we can honestly commit to, if you use our service: a refund on our processing fee if we miss the timeframe you paid for.
Why Indian Travelers Choose Our Support
Accurate information on entry types and validity, document review before submission, transparent pricing, and a public review record you're welcome to verify yourself — 4.9 out of 5 across 150+ Trustpilot reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes — India is not on Vietnam's visa-exemption list. A visa is required for any trip length, though a Phu Quoc-only trip has a separate visa-free arrangement.
Is the e-visa single-entry only for Indian citizens?
No — this is a common but inaccurate claim. The e-visa offers both single-entry ($25) and multiple-entry ($50), selected when you apply.
How long is the e-visa valid?
30 or 90 days, your choice — both cost the same, so 90 is usually the smarter default.
How many entry points does the e-visa cover?
83 nationwide as of a December 2025 update — 17 airports, 27 land border gates, 39 sea ports. Content citing 33 is outdated.
Is approval guaranteed?
No — no agency can guarantee approval, since Vietnamese immigration makes the final decision.
Related Guides
- 👉 1-hour e-visa for Indian citizens, including the Phu Quoc exception
- 👉 What is a Vietnam e-visa? The complete overview
- 👉 Urgent Vietnam visa service: full pricing and options
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