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The Vietnam e-visa is an official electronic visa issued online by Vietnam's Immigration Department — apply from anywhere, no embassy visit, no airport counter. Valid up to 90 days, single or multiple entry, accepted at 42 designated entry points nationwide (13 airports, 16 land borders, 13 sea ports). Standard processing is $50, 3–5 working days; urgent tiers exist from $90 up to $215 for the fastest.
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What the e-Visa Actually Is
The Vietnam e-visa is an official electronic visa issued by Vietnam's Immigration Department, under the Ministry of Public Security, allowing eligible foreign nationals to apply for and receive an entry visa entirely online — no diplomatic mission visit, no Visa-on-Arrival counter procedure at the border. It's not a workaround or a simplified version of a "real" visa; it's a genuine visa category in its own right, established under Vietnam's Law on Entry, Exit, Transit and Residence of Foreigners, expanded in scope by Resolution No. 127/NQ-CP (August 2023) to cover citizens of every country and territory worldwide.
In practice: you submit an application with your passport details and a photo, pay online, and receive a PDF by email once approved — which you print or keep digitally and present at immigration on arrival.
Why Travelers Choose the e-Visa Over the Alternatives
| Convenience | Apply from anywhere, any time, from a phone or computer — no embassy visit, no mailing your passport |
| Speed | Standard processing is 3–5 working days; urgent tiers exist down to 30–60 minutes if your timeline is tighter |
| No airport queue | Unlike Visa on Arrival, there's no counter step or cash fee on landing — go straight to immigration |
| Clear cost | Fixed government fee, transparently stated upfront, generally simpler than traditional embassy visa fee structures |
| Wide acceptance | Valid at 42 designated entry points across the country — see the full list below |
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Every Entry Point, by Name
The e-visa is accepted at exactly 42 designated points nationwide, per Vietnam's official immigration and tourism authorities — genuinely more extensive coverage than many travelers assume:
13 international airports
Noi Bai (Hanoi), Tan Son Nhat (Ho Chi Minh City), Cam Ranh (Khanh Hoa), Da Nang, Cat Bi (Hai Phong), Can Tho, Phu Quoc (Kien Giang), Phu Bai (Thua Thien Hue), Van Don (Quang Ninh), Tho Xuan (Thanh Hoa), Dong Hoi (Quang Binh), Phu Cat (Binh Dinh), Lien Khuong (Lam Dong).
16 land border gates
Tay Trang (Dien Bien), Mong Cai (Quang Ninh), Huu Nghi (Lang Son), Lao Cai, Na Meo (Thanh Hoa), Nam Can (Nghe An), Cau Treo (Ha Tinh), Cha Lo (Quang Binh), La Lay and Lao Bao (Quang Tri), Bo Y (Kon Tum), Moc Bai and Xa Mat (Tay Ninh), Tinh Bien and Vinh Xuong (An Giang), Ha Tien (Kien Giang).
13 sea border gates
Hon Gai and Cam Pha (Quang Ninh), Hai Phong, Nghi Son (Thanh Hoa), Vung Ang (Ha Tinh), Chan May (Thua Thien Hue), Da Nang, Nha Trang (Khanh Hoa), Quy Nhon (Binh Dinh), Dung Quat (Quang Ngai), Vung Tau (Ba Ria–Vung Tau), Ho Chi Minh City, Duong Dong (Kien Giang).
Who's Eligible
As of August 2023, the e-visa is open to citizens of every country and territory worldwide — a significant expansion from earlier, more restricted eligibility lists. General requirements:
- Valid passport, generally 6+ months remaining from entry date
- No current entry-suspension order against the applicant
- A recent digital photo meeting the standard requirements
- Genuine travel dates and a specific entry port matching your actual itinerary
Real Pricing
| Processing Time | Fee (government fee included) |
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| Standard (4–6 days) | $50 |
| 3 days | $90 |
| 1 day | $110 |
| 30–60 minutes (fastest) | $215 |
Full 9-tier list on our urgent Vietnam visa service page.
Worth knowing: per Vietnam's own immigration authority, the government e-visa fee is not refunded if an application is refused. This is separate from a service-fee refund an agency might offer against its own processing commitment — the two are genuinely different things, and it's worth understanding which one any refund claim you see actually refers to.
e-Visa vs. Visa on Arrival: Not the Same Thing
| e-Visa | Visa on Arrival |
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| Complete document, entirely by email | Pre-approval letter, then a counter step on landing |
| Nothing owed on arrival | Cash stamping fee paid at the airport |
| Valid at all 42 entry points (air, land, sea) | Air arrival only, at specific major airports |
See our full guide comparing e-visa and VOA if you're deciding between the two.
If Your Timeline Is Tight
Standard processing genuinely needs 3–5 working days. If you're closer to departure, urgent tiers exist specifically for this — see our full 1-hour urgent processing guide for the fastest option, minute by minute.
What We Actually Stand Behind
If we don't deliver your approved e-visa within the timeframe you paid for, our processing fee comes back in full — a genuine commitment on the part of the process we control. The government fee itself isn't refundable if an application is refused, per Vietnam's own stated policy, and we won't claim otherwise.
Why Travelers Choose VietnamVisaEasy
Accurate, sourced information rather than vague marketing claims — including being upfront about what refund policies actually cover. Document review before submission, support genuinely available around the clock, transparent pricing with the government fee already folded in, and a public review record you're welcome to check yourself — 4.9 out of 5 across 150+ Trustpilot reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is the Vietnam e-visa?
An official electronic visa issued online by Vietnam's Immigration Department, allowing eligible foreign nationals to enter for tourism, business, or other short-term purposes without an embassy visit or an airport visa-on-arrival counter.
How many places can I actually enter Vietnam with an e-visa?
42 designated entry points nationwide: 13 international airports, 16 land border gates, and 13 sea border gates, per Vietnam's official immigration and tourism authorities.
Is the e-visa fee refunded if my application is refused?
No — per Vietnam's own immigration authority, the e-visa government fee is not refunded if an application is refused. This is separate from any service-fee refund policy an agency might offer for its own processing commitment.
Who is eligible for the Vietnam e-visa?
As of August 2023, the e-visa is available to citizens of all countries and territories worldwide, subject to standard eligibility checks (no entry-suspension order against the applicant, valid passport, etc.).
How is the e-visa different from Visa on Arrival?
The e-visa is a complete document delivered by email with no airport counter step. Visa on Arrival requires a pre-approval letter plus an in-person counter step and a cash stamping fee on landing — a genuinely different process, not just a slower version of the same thing.
Related Guides
- 👉 How do I apply for a Vietnam visa? Complete step-by-step answer
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- 👉 Urgent Vietnam visa service: full pricing and options
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