Can you get a visa on arrival in Vietnam? For eligible nationalities you can, without applying in advance. This 2026 guide covers who qualifies, the fee to bring, the documents to have ready and how the counter process works.
Vietnam visa at a glance
| Visa required? | Yes, for many nationalities |
|---|---|
| Main visa type | Vietnam e-Visa |
| Government fee | US$25 single entry; US$50 multiple entry (government fee, non-refundable) |
| Processing time | Approx 3 working days (apply 5-7 days before travel) |
| Validity | Up to 90 days from the requested entry date |
| Permitted stay | 90 days |
| Where to apply | https://evisa.gov.vn |
| HolidaySG assistance fee | S$50 per applicant (usually S$100) |
Vietnam visa on arrival at a glance
- Who it is for: All countries/territories worldwide including India; passport valid 6+ months with at least 2 blank pages
- Fee at the counter: US$25 single entry; US$50 multiple entry (government fee, non-refundable)
- Permitted stay: 90 days
- Validity: Up to 90 days from the requested entry date
How visa on arrival works
- Before you fly, confirm your nationality is eligible and your passport has six months' validity.
- Bring a passport photo, return/onward ticket and proof of accommodation.
- Complete the arrival/landing card and queue at the visa-on-arrival counter before immigration.
- Pay, receive the sticker or stamp, then clear immigration.
What to have ready at the counter
- Passport valid 6+ months with 2+ blank pages
- Colour scan of passport bio-data page (JPG under 2048KB)
- Digital portrait photo 4x6cm / min 350x350px, JPG under 1024KB, white background, no glasses, taken within 6 months
- Valid credit/debit card
- Temporary address in Vietnam and entry/exit port
Common mistakes, delays and rejection reasons
From handling Vietnam visa applications, these are the issues that most often cause delays or refusals. Avoiding them is the single biggest thing you can control:
- Passport validity: many countries require at least six months' validity beyond your travel dates — renew early if yours is close.
- Insufficient proof of funds: bank statements that are too thin, too new, or not in your name are a common reason for delays. Show a stable balance over the last 3–6 months.
- Photo specification errors: wrong size, background colour, glasses or a smile can bounce an application. Follow the exact spec for Vietnam.
- Applying too late: submit well before departure — allow the full processing window plus a buffer, not the minimum.
- Mismatched documents: names, dates and passport numbers must match exactly across your form, flight and hotel bookings.
- Weak ties to your home country: employment letters, leave approval and return bookings help show you intend to return.
- Prior overstays or refusals: declare them honestly; hiding history causes more problems than the history itself.
Before you travel to Vietnam
- Onward or return ticket: carry proof — airlines and immigration can ask for it.
- Funds: have evidence of enough money for your stay (card and some VND).
- Travel insurance: strongly recommended, and mandatory for some destinations.
- Copies: keep a digital and paper copy of your visa/approval and passport photo page.
Apply for your Vietnam visa with HolidaySG
Flat S$50 assistance fee per applicant (usually S$100) — official government fee: Free (exempt) · e-Visa: US$25 single entry. We check your eligibility, send a personalised document checklist, complete the forms and track your application until the outcome.
Things to do once your Vietnam visa is sorted
- One Day Medi Hue In Peace - “Let's Go Back To The Origin” — from VND 1,976,800
- One Day Snorkeling And Fishing In South Of Phu Quoc Island — from VND 360,000
- One Day Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda And Trang An Boat From Hanoi — from VND 600,000
- Cam Kim Island Bike Tour — from VND 672,000
- Orchid Island Ticket in Nha Trang — from VND 98,560
- Cam Thanh Coconut Basket Boat in Hoi An — from VND 65,000
Official sources
- Vietnam Immigration Department — verified 19 August 2026
Last updated 20 August 2026. Written and reviewed by the HolidaySG visa team and checked against the official sources above (facts verified 19 August 2026). Visa rules change and depend on your passport, residence and purpose of travel — always confirm with the official source before booking, or use our visa checker. HolidaySG re-confirms current requirements at the time of your application.