Can I extend my Vietnam tourist visa?

Tourist visas cannot be extended. You must exit the country and apply for a new visa. The nearest borders are Cambodia (Moc Bai) or Laos (Dong Ha).

What if my e-visa application is rejected?

Rejections are rare but happen for incomplete documents or passport issues. You'll get a refund minus processing fees. Reapply with corrected documents or use visa on arrival instead.

Is visa on arrival available at all airports?

Only at major international airports: Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Nha Trang, and Phu Quoc. Not available at land borders or smaller airports.

Can I use a temporary passport for Vietnam visa?

Emergency passports work for e-visas but may cause issues at visa on arrival. Contact the Vietnamese embassy if you only have temporary travel documents.

How to Get a Tourist Visa for Vietnam

Most travelers need either an e-visa ($25, 3 days processing) or visa on arrival ($25 + $2 stamping fee). Citizens of 13 countries including UK, Germany, France, Italy, and Spain get 45 days visa-free. Apply online through the official government portal or authorized agents.

Check if you need a visa. Citizens of 13 countries get 45 days visa-free: UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Belarus, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Russia, Japan, and South Korea. Everyone else needs a visa. US, Canadian, and Australian citizens always need visas.
Choose your visa type. E-visa: $25, single entry, 30 days, 3-day processing. Apply online at evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn. Visa on arrival: $25 + $2 stamping fee, requires pre-approval letter ($15-25 through agencies). Multiple entry available for $50.
Gather required documents. Passport valid 6+ months, passport photo (4x6cm), travel itinerary, proof of accommodation. For e-visa, upload digital copies. For visa on arrival, bring printed copies plus pre-approval letter.
Submit application. E-visa: Complete form online, upload documents, pay $25 by card. Visa on arrival: Get pre-approval letter from agency first (2-3 days), then complete form on plane and present at airport with $27 cash exact change.
Receive and verify visa. E-visa arrives by email in 3 days. Print it. Visa on arrival is stamped in passport at airport immigration. Check all details match your passport exactly. Entry must be within 30 days of issue date.

Can I extend my Vietnam tourist visa?: Tourist visas cannot be extended. You must exit the country and apply for a new visa. The nearest borders are Cambodia (Moc Bai) or Laos (Dong Ha).
What if my e-visa application is rejected?: Rejections are rare but happen for incomplete documents or passport issues. You'll get a refund minus processing fees. Reapply with corrected documents or use visa on arrival instead.
Is visa on arrival available at all airports?: Only at major international airports: Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Nha Trang, and Phu Quoc. Not available at land borders or smaller airports.
Can I use a temporary passport for Vietnam visa?: Emergency passports work for e-visas but may cause issues at visa on arrival. Contact the Vietnamese embassy if you only have temporary travel documents.