According to the amended Law on Entry, Exit, Transit, and Residence of Foreigners in Vietnam, effective from August 15, 2023, Vietnam has introduced several new policies and regulations regarding tourist visas and entry-exit procedures for foreign tourists. Key updates include extending the validity of tourist visas (DL) and E-Visas to 3 months, and increasing the visa-free period for tourism purposes to 45 days for certain countries.
New Policies for Foreign Tourists Entering Vietnam
A tourist visa is a type of visa issued to foreigners entering Vietnam for the purpose of holidays with a specific period of stay. After this period, if foreigners wish to continue their tour, they can extend their stay in Vietnam according to regulations. Foreigners can apply for a tourist visa either independently or through travel agencies or visa service companies (https://dichvuvisa.vn/).
1. New Regulations on Vietnam Tourist Visa
2. Types of Tourist Visas for Foreigners
3. Countries Eligible for Visa-Free Entry to Vietnam
No. |
Country |
Visa-Free Duration |
Type |
Expiration Date |
1 |
Brunei |
14 days |
Bilateral |
N/A |
2 |
Myanmar |
14 days |
Bilateral |
N/A |
3 |
Philippines |
30 days |
Bilateral |
N/A |
4 |
Cambodia |
30 days |
Bilateral |
N/A |
5 |
Thailand |
30 days |
Bilateral |
N/A |
6 |
Malaysia |
30 days |
Bilateral |
N/A |
7 |
Singapore |
30 days |
Bilateral |
N/A |
8 |
Indonesia |
30 days |
Bilateral |
N/A |
9 |
Laos |
30 days |
Bilateral |
N/A |
10 |
Russia |
15 days |
Unilateral |
14/03/2025 |
11 |
Japan |
45 days |
Unilateral |
14/03/2025 |
12 |
South Korea |
45 days |
Unilateral |
14/03/2025 |
13 |
Norway |
45 days |
Unilateral |
14/03/2025 |
14 |
Finland |
45 days |
Unilateral |
14/03/2025 |
15 |
Denmark |
45 days |
Unilateral |
14/03/2025 |
16 |
Sweden |
45 days |
Unilateral |
14/03/2025 |
17 |
United Kingdom |
45 days |
Unilateral |
14/03/2025 |
18 |
France |
45 days |
Unilateral |
14/03/2025 |
19 |
Germany |
45 days |
Unilateral |
14/03/2025 |
20 |
Spain |
45 days |
Unilateral |
14/03/2025 |
21 |
Italy |
45 days |
Unilateral |
14/03/2025 |
22 |
Belarus |
45 days |
Unilateral |
14/03/2025 |
Visa Application Procedures for Foreign Tourists Entering Vietnam
Conditions for Entry to Vietnam for Tourism Purposes:
Visa-Free Entry Procedure:
E-Visa Application Procedure:
Visa Application by Travel Companies:
Visa Extension Procedure:
Submission of Visa Application:
Steps for Visa Service Providers:
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