Guides
Vietnam Expands Visa-Free Access for International Travelers Through 2028
With extended Vietnam visa exemptions lasting until 2028 and a seamless e-visa system, traveling to this Southeast Asian gem has never been easier.
45-day visa-free entry
Vietnam has officially locked in its 45-day visa-free entry for citizens of 12 qualifying countries through December 31, 2028. This is no longer a trial policy that a long-term commitment to making your travel planning stress-free.
If you hold a passport from one of these countries, you can land in Vietnam and stay for up to 6 weeks with no fees, no paperwork, and no embassy visits:
- Europe: United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Russia, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Belarus.
- Asia: Japan, South Korea.
Travel Tip: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date, and you should have a return or onward ticket handy.
New conditional visa exemption
Starting recently, Vietnam has introduced a temporary visa exemption for three high-income European markets: Poland, the Czech Republic, and Switzerland.
However, your travel must be booked through a licensed Vietnamese tour operator.
This experimental policy is designed to boost luxury group tourism. If this pilot program succeeds, unconditional visa-free access will likely follow suit.
Vietnam E-Visa
If your country isn’t on the visa-exemption list, don’t worry. The E-visa now covers citizens of virtually every nation.
- You can choose between a single-entry or multiple-entry visa valid for up to 90 days.
- 100% Online, no physical documents, no embassy queues.
- It is accepted at over 42 international border gates, including major airports (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang) and land borders.
Is Vietnam on your 2026 bucket list?
Vietnam’s current visa policy is the most accessible it has ever been.
Are you planning a quick 2-week vacation or a 3-month backpacking journey across Vietnam? Let us know in the comments below, and don’t forget to check out our Ultimate 14-Day Vietnam Itinerary to start planning your dream trip today!
Whether you are applying for the first time, dealing with an urgent situation, or unsure which visa type suits your trip. Our team is available 24/7 to assist with any visa-related query, from standard applications to emergency processing.
- Phone/WhatsApp: (+84) 856 598 868
- Email: info@simplevietnamvisa.com
Frequently Asked Questions
You only need a passport valid for at least 6 months with one blank page, and proof of onward travel (like a return flight ticket).
You should apply for a Vietnam E-visa online before your trip, which allows you to stay for up to 90 days with single or multiple entries.
