Vietnam time (GMT+7):

WhatsApp +84 343 470 507 info@joeyvisavietnam.com

Updated October 2026

Vietnam visa 2026: apply for your Vietnam e-Visa online

Checked by Joey Visa Vietnam Team · October 2026

A plain-English guide to the 90-day Vietnam e-Visa — who can apply, what it costs, which documents you need and how long it really takes. Short on time? Joey Visa Vietnam handles urgent and emergency Vietnam visa applications for you, including same-day delivery.

Apply for your e-VisaEmergency Vietnam Visa

Rated 5.0 on Google · 500+ reviews · Helping travellers since 2017

Free check

Find your Vietnam visa option

Choose your nationality and arrival date to see the visa option we recommend.

  1. 1Nationality
  2. 2Arrival date
  3. 3Best option & price

Exclusive reader offer

Save on your Vietnam e-Visa with code VNBUDDY

Exclusive for Vietnam Visa Buddy readers — enter it at checkout on joeyvisavietnam.com.

  1. 1Copy the code
  2. 2Apply online
  3. 3Paste it at checkout
VNBUDDY
Apply now with my discount → Flying soon? See emergency visa options →

What is the Vietnam e-Visa? (90-day visa online)

The e-Visa is an electronic visa issued online by Vietnam's Immigration Department. Since 15 August 2023 it is open to citizens of every country and territory, valid for up to 90 days from your declared entry date, with single or multiple entries. You receive it as a PDF — print it or keep it on your phone and show it with your passport on arrival. No embassy visit, no stamp needed in advance.

Choose your processing speed

Prices are per person for a 90-day single-entry e-Visa, government fee included.

Standard

From US$45

7–10 working days

Best if you travel in two weeks or more.

Choose this option →

Urgent 3 days

From US$64

By 18:00 on the 3rd working day

Best if you fly within the next week or two.

Choose this option →

Emergency visa

US$224

Within 60 minutes, Mon–Fri

Best if you fly today or tomorrow.

Choose this option →

Weekend emergency visa

US$224

Saturday or Sunday by 18:00

Best if you need your e-Visa at the weekend.

Choose this option →

Single entry has a US$25 government fee and multiple entry US$50. The government fee is not refunded if an application is rejected, so check every detail. Compare all prices →

Do you even need a visa? Some nationalities can enter visa-free for a limited number of days (for example many European and ASEAN passports). Rules change often — check your nationality first.

Check requirements by nationality →

Vietnam e-Visa documents you need

Applying takes only two files and a few details. Everything must match your passport exactly.

  • Passport data page scan — clear, uncropped, valid at least 6 months beyond your arrival, with blank pages.
  • Recent portrait photo — 4×6 cm style, white background, looking straight ahead, no glasses.
  • Trip details — intended entry date, entry and exit port, address in Vietnam.
  • Payment card — to pay the fee online.

Mistakes that get Vietnam e-Visa applications rejected

  • Name order or spelling different from the passport
  • Wrong passport number or date of birth
  • Blurry, cropped or glare-covered passport scan
  • Photo with glasses, shadows or a busy background
  • Entry date or entry port that doesn't match your ticket
  • Choosing single entry when your trip leaves and returns

Already made a mistake? Joey Visa Vietnam can fix it.

How to apply for a Vietnam e-Visa in 3 steps

Apply through Joey Visa Vietnam and a real person checks your application for errors before it goes to Immigration.

  1. Step 1

    Fill in the form

    Enter your arrival date, entry port and visa type, then upload your passport and photo. About 2 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Choose speed and pay

    Pick standard, urgent or emergency processing. The total fee is shown upfront before you pay.

  3. Step 3

    Receive your e-Visa

    Get the approved e-Visa by email or WhatsApp. Print it or save it to your phone and fly.

Start my application

How long does a Vietnam visa take?

Officially the e-Visa takes 3–5 working days, but delays happen around holidays like Tết and some nationalities wait longer. If your flight is close, choose an urgent Vietnam visa with a guaranteed delivery time.

Service Delivery Best for
Standard7–10 working daysTrips booked well in advance
Urgent 3 / 2 / 1 dayGuaranteed by 18:00, Mon–FriFlying within the week
Urgent 4 hoursSame working dayFlying tomorrow
EmergencyWithin 60 minutes, Mon–FriAlready at the airport
Weekend emergencySaturday / Sunday by 18:00Weekend departures

Service fees through Joey Visa Vietnam start from US$45 for standard nationalities; the exact total is shown on the booking form. Extra charges apply for some nationalities.

See prices and book Track an existing application →

Vietnam e-Visa vs visa on arrival

e-Visa Visa on Arrival
How you get itFully online, before you travelApproval letter online, visa stamped at the airport
Entry pointsInternational airports, land borders and seaportsAirports only
At the airportGo straight to immigrationQueue at the landing-visa desk, pay stamping fee in cash
Best forMost travellersSome restricted nationalities and special cases

Full comparison: Vietnam e-Visa vs visa on arrival → · Need a Visa on Arrival letter instead? →

Vietnam airport services

Your e-Visa gets you in — these make the first hour easy. Skip the immigration queue, have a driver waiting and be online the moment you land. See all airport services.

Airport Fast Track

Skip the immigration queues at Noi Bai, Tan Son Nhat and Da Nang.

Book fast track →

Airport Transfer

A driver waiting when you land, straight to your hotel.

Book a transfer →

Vietnam eSIM

Buy before you fly, scan the QR code, be online on arrival.

Get an eSIM →

What travellers say about their Vietnam visa

Rated 5.0 on Google from 500+ reviews of Joey Visa Vietnam.

Read all reviews on Google →

Latest from the blog

All articles →
Visa tips · 6 min read10 Vietnam e-Visa mistakes that delay your applicationThe 10 most common Vietnam e-Visa mistakes, from name order to blurry photos, and how to avoid each one so your visa arrives on time.Read article →Visa tips · 6 min readArriving in Vietnam: what happens at the airport, step by stepWhat to expect when you land in Vietnam: immigration with an e-Visa or visa on arrival, baggage, customs, SIM cards, cash and getting a taxi.Read article →Visa tips · 5 min readYour Vietnam trip checklist: documents, money and appsEverything to sort out before you fly to Vietnam: passport and visa, insurance, money, phone and apps, plugs and what to pack.Read article →

Vietnam e-Visa FAQ

How long can I stay in Vietnam on an e-Visa?

Up to 90 days, counted from the entry date you put on the application — not from the day the visa is issued. Pick your dates carefully.

How much does the Vietnam e-Visa cost?

The government fee is US$25 for single entry and US$50 for multiple entry. Using an agency adds a service fee for error-checking, support and faster delivery.

Can I get a Vietnam visa on the same day?

Yes. Joey Visa Vietnam offers 4-hour and within-60-minute emergency processing on working days, plus weekend emergency service. Apply for an emergency visa.

Do children need their own e-Visa?

Yes. Every traveller, including babies and children, needs their own passport and their own visa or approval.

I already applied and it's stuck or rejected. What now?

Joey Visa Vietnam can expedite a pending application or re-submit one that was rejected for an error. Contact them with your application code.

Can I enter by land or sea with an e-Visa?

Yes. The e-Visa is valid at Vietnam's international airports and at designated land border gates and seaports — make sure the port on your application is the one you actually use.

Is the Vietnam e-Visa a tourist visa?

Yes. The e-Visa is the standard way to get a Vietnam tourist visa online. It also covers business meetings and family visits, for up to 90 days.

How do I check my Vietnam e-Visa status?

On the official portal, with your application code, email and date of birth. See the step-by-step guide.

Which airports accept the Vietnam e-Visa?

15 international airports, including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Nha Trang and Phu Quoc, plus 39 seaports and 27 land border gates. See the full list.

Ready for your Vietnam visa?

Apply in about 2 minutes. A real person checks every application before it is filed — standard, urgent or emergency.

Apply for my e-Visa Need it urgently?

Questions? WhatsApp +84 343 470 507 · info@joeyvisavietnam.com