Vietnam Visa Exemption 2024

Embarking on a journey to Vietnam is an invitation to discover a tapestry of captivating landscapes and rich cultural heritage. To enhance the allure of this Southeast Asian gem, Vietnam has instituted a visa waiver program, allowing citizens from 25 countries to immerse themselves in its wonders without the need for a visa. These fortunate travellers can revel in the beauty of Vietnam for durations ranging from 14 to 90 days, depending on their nationality. This insightful guide is designed to illuminate the intricacies of Vietnam's Visa Exemption policy, ensuring that prospective visitors are well-informed before their expedition.

What is Vietnam Visa Exemption?

Vietnam’s Visa Exemption is also known as Visa waiver or Visa free entry. Signifies a diplomatic agreement between Vietnamese government and foreign nation. This agreement allows citizens of specific countries to enter Vietnam and stay for a predetermined period. Without undergoing the conventional visa application process. The streamlined approach is result of biliteral and uniliteral visa exemptions. Agreement established between Vietnam and participating countries.

Upon entry under the Visa Exemption program, foreign nationals receive an exemption stamp on their passport, indicating their eligibility to stay in Vietnam. This approach not only promotes tourism and cultural exchange but also contributes to a more straightforward and efficient travel experience for everyone when coming to Vietnam.

Conditions for Making Vietnam Visa Exemption

There are a number of conditions that visitors are required to comply with if they are eligible for Visa Exemption:

• Valid Passport

Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Vietnam and at least 2 blank pages for the Visa Exemption stamp.

• Purpose of Visit

 The purpose of the visit varies by country, ranging from tourism and business negotiation to official duty and attending seminars or conferences.

• Duration Limits

Each country has a specific maximum duration for visa-free stays, ranging from 14 to 90 days.

Vietnam Visa Exemption Countries & Duration

As of November 2023, the following is a curated list of Vietnam Visa Exemption countries and their respective durations, offering a glimpse into the hassle-free entry possibilities:

	Countries	Maximum Visa free duration
1	Belarus	45 days
2	Brunei	14 days
3	Cambodia	30 days
4	Chile	90 days
5	Denmark	45 days
6	Finland	45 days
7	France	45 days
8	Germany	45 days
9	Indonesia	30 days
10	Italy	45 days
11	Japan	45 days
12	Kyrgyzstan	30 days
13	Laos	30 days
14	Malaysia	30 days
15	Myanmar	14 days
16	Norway	45 days
17	Panama	90 days
18	Philippines	21 days
19	Russia	45 days
20	Singapore	30 days
21	South Korea	45 days
22	Spain	45 days
23	Sweden	45 days
24	Thailand	30 days
25	United Kingdom (Not applicable to BNO)	45 days

Note:

• Regulations on Foreigners subject to unilateral visa exemption, if they want to use Visa Exemption the next time they enter Vietnam, they must wait at least 30 days from the date of exit of their first stay in Vietnam. Citizens of countries under the Vietnam Visa Exemption category are always exempted from visas for up to 15 days.
• British citizen passport holders abroad - BNO are not eligible for Vietnam Visa Exemption.
• Visa Exemption includes entry, exit and transit visa exemption.
• Visa-free temporary residence period is calculated from the date of entry.

Other Vietnam Visa Exemption Cases

Currently, in addition to the above visa-exempt cases, Vietnam is also exempting visas for the following cases:

• 30-day Visa Exemption for foreigners entering coastal economic zones according to the Government's decision when all the following conditions are met:

1. Has an international airport.
2. Has separate space.
3. Has a defined geographical boundary, isolated from the mainland.
4. Consistent with socio-economic development policies and does not harm vietnam's national defense, security, social order and safety.

• APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) holders with valid passports are exempted from entry visa and stay in Vietnam for a maximum of 60 days.

Vietnam Visa Exemption Extension

Currently, all cases of entering Vietnam with Visa Exemption cannot be extended.

If you want to stay longer,  you can leave Vietnam for neighboring countries or countries in the region and return with a new visa exemption. This form is called a Visa Run. There is another way, you can use our Visa Service if you do not want to leave Vietnam.

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