Archive: Vietnam introduced significant entry-policy changes on 15 August 2023. At that time, the unilateral visa-exempt stay for eligible citizens of 13 countries increased to 45 days, while e-visas became available to all nationalities for stays of up to 90 days, with single- or multiple-entry options.
The changes gave eligible travellers more flexibility to plan longer journeys. Each traveller still needed to meet the conditions for their passport and chosen form of entry.
Reporting covering August 2023 to July 2024 described a strong recovery in international arrivals, alongside the wider return of global travel.
Tourism businesses welcomed the opportunity to create longer itineraries and encourage visitors to explore more regions.
Clear information and good visitor services remained important alongside the policy changes.
This article describes the 2023 measures. Eligibility and schemes can change; check the official Vietnam e-Visa portal and the Vietnamese embassy responsible for your passport before booking.
Original reporting: VnExpress.
Current visa information: Vietnam’s official e-Visa portal.
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