Vietnam Visa Exemption 2025–2028 | Visa-Free Entry Guide
Vietnam offers a visa exemption policy for citizens of several countries, allowing them to enter and stay in the country without a visa for a limited period ranging from 14 to 45 days, depending on nationality.
This policy aims to boost tourism, strengthen international relations, and promote cultural and economic cooperation between Vietnam and global partners. Most visa-free countries belong to the ASEAN region, Europe, and Northeast Asia.
List of Countries Eligible for Vietnam Visa-Free Entry (Updated August 2025)
According to the latest update in August 2025, Vietnam grants visa-free entry to citizens from the following countries:
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Czech Republic
- Hungary
- Luxembourg
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Switzerland
Travelers from these countries can stay in Vietnam for up to 45 days from the date of entry, regardless of passport type, provided they meet all Vietnam travel entry requirements under current immigration laws.
This visa exemption program is valid from August 15, 2025, to August 14, 2028, as part of Vietnam’s Tourism Promotion Program.
Previously Approved Visa-Free Countries (Since March 2025)
In March 2025, Vietnam also extended its visa exemption policy to citizens of the following 12 countries:
- Germany
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- United Kingdom
- Northern Ireland
- Russia
- Japan
- South Korea
- Denmark
- Sweden
- Norway
- Finland
Conditions for Visa-Free Entry to Vietnam
To qualify for visa-free entry and stay in Vietnam for up to 45 days, travelers must meet the following conditions:
- Valid Passport — issued by a competent authority of your home country.
- Passport Validity — must remain valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry.
- Return or Onward Ticket — travelers must hold a confirmed return flight or onward travel ticket.
- Legal Eligibility — not listed among individuals restricted or prohibited from entry according to Vietnamese immigration law.
Extending Your Stay in Vietnam
If you wish to stay beyond the visa-free period, you will need to apply for a Vietnam visa. You can do so via:
- E-visa application through the official Vietnam Immigration website.
- Visa on arrival (available at major international airports in Vietnam).
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