Vietnam eVisa — Application Guide 2026
How to Apply
for a Vietnam
eVisa in 2026
Seven steps, about ten minutes of form-filling, and one check that prevents most delays. Includes documents, real fees, processing times and the mistakes to avoid.
Could one wrong digit in your passport number delay your whole trip? It can. The form itself is short; what causes problems is a mismatch between what you type and what your passport says. This guide walks you through every step, tells you what each option really costs, and shows you the one check that prevents most delays.
Key Takeaways
- Copy every detail exactly as it appears in your passport: name order, number, date of birth.
- Enter the date you will really arrive. Validity (up to 90 days) starts from it.
- Apply on the official portal (evisa.gov.vn) or through a private service such as ours. Both lead to the same government eVisa.
- Submitting is not approval. Wait for the PDF, then check every detail before you book non-refundable travel.
- Short on time? Normal government processing is 3-5 business days; faster options start at 30 minutes.
How the Vietnam eVisa Application Works
The Vietnam eVisa is an electronic visa linked to your passport. The process is always the same: prepare, fill in, upload, pay, wait, check. You provide your details, the Vietnamese immigration authority reviews them, and if approved you receive the eVisa as a PDF by email. You can verify any issued eVisa at evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/search with your passport number.
Be careful where you apply. The official government portal is evisa.gov.vn (its Vietnamese-language counterpart is thithucdientu.gov.vn). Many look-alike sites exist, so check the address before entering personal data. Applyevisavietnam.com is a private agency: we help you apply and speed things up, but we do not issue visas or decide outcomes.
Documents You Need
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Passport | Valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date, with blank pages |
| Passport information page | A clear colour photo or scan of the page with your photo and details |
| Portrait photo | Recent, plain background, face fully visible, no glasses glare |
| Email address | One you can open now: your eVisa is sent there |
| Payment card | Visa or Mastercard |
| Trip details | Arrival date, entry point (airport or border checkpoint), and your first address in Vietnam |
Each traveller needs their own application, including children. Follow the exact image size and format shown on the form; the portal's instructions can change, so they take priority over any checklist.
7 Steps to Apply for a Vietnam eVisa
Put your passport next to you and have the photos ready on your phone or computer.
Apply directly on evisa.gov.vn, or choose our service for faster processing or a second pair of eyes on your form.
Copy your name, date of birth, nationality and passport number exactly as printed. Do not use a nickname or reorder your names.
Enter the date you will really land, single or multiple entry, how long you want the eVisa valid (up to 90 days), your entry point and your address in Vietnam.
Upload the passport information page and your portrait photo. Check both are clear and belong to the same traveller.
Compare the finished form with your passport character by character, then pay and save your reference code (it looks like E260720USA...).
Open the PDF and compare every detail with your passport. Save it to your phone and show it at airline check-in and at Vietnamese immigration.
Official Portal or Our Service?
Both routes lead to the same government eVisa and the same government decision. The difference is speed, support and price.
| Official portal (evisa.gov.vn) | Our service (applyevisavietnam.com) | |
|---|---|---|
| Who decides | Vietnamese government | Vietnamese government (we do not decide) |
| Cost | $25 single / $50 multiple-entry | From $50 normal; $110 for 1 day; government fee included |
| Speed | About 3-5 business days; none on weekends or holidays | 30 minutes to 1 day on working days; Weekend/Holiday service $230 |
| Form check | You check your own entries | Our team reviews your application before submission |
| Support | Government channels | 24/7 on WhatsApp and email |
| If we miss the time | Not applicable | 100% refund of the service fee |
If your trip is more than a week away and you are comfortable with the form, the official portal is a perfectly valid and cheaper choice. Our service is for when time is the problem or you want your details double-checked.
Fees and Processing Times
Prices are in USD for single-entry and include the government fee. Multiple-entry adds $25. Nothing is payable at the airport.
| Processing time | Best for | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Normal (4-6 days) | Flying in a week or more | $50 |
| 1 Day | Flying tomorrow — best value | $110 |
| 5 Hours | Flight later today | $125 |
| 2.5 Hours | On the way to the airport | $155 |
| 1.5 Hours | At the airport | $185 |
| 30-60 Minutes | About to board | $215 |
| Weekend / Holiday | Saturday, Sunday, public holiday | $230 |
The Vietnamese government works Monday to Friday, 8:00-11:30 and 13:30-18:00 Vietnam time (GMT+7). Our support is 24/7, but approvals follow those hours. The Weekend/Holiday service ($230) covers closed days: apply and pay before 15:00 Vietnam time for delivery before 18:00 the same day.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Typos in the passport number or name. The most common cause of delay and refusal. Check character by character.
- Wrong arrival date. Validity starts from the date you enter; entering a date weeks early wastes days.
- Blurry or cropped uploads. Both images must be clear, complete and of the same person.
- Applying at the last minute. Normal processing takes 3-5 business days, and weekends and holidays do not count.
- Choosing the wrong entry type. Decide single or multiple entry before paying.
- Applying twice. If your first application is still pending, do not reapply. Message us and choose SPEED UP.
- Using a look-alike website. Check the address before entering personal data.
After You Apply: Check Your eVisa
Submitting the form only sends a request. Once the PDF arrives, open it immediately and compare the name, passport number, date of birth, validity dates and entry type with your passport and plans. An error found now can be fixed; one found at the airport cannot. If something is wrong, message us on WhatsApp: correcting an eVisa costs $85.
Save the PDF to your phone, screenshot it, and show it with your passport at airline check-in and at Vietnamese immigration. Printing a backup copy is optional.
Don't apply again. Send us your reference code and registered email on WhatsApp and choose SPEED UP. The $25 government fee you already paid is deducted, so you only pay the speed-up fee.
Why Apply With Us
- Faster: from 30 minutes, with a Weekend/Holiday option.
- Checked: our team reviews your application before submission.
- Supported: 24/7 on WhatsApp and email.
- Protected: 100% refund if we miss your committed timeframe.
- Transparent: government fee included, no airport fees. Read independent reviews on Trustpilot and TripAdvisor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for a Vietnam eVisa?+
Prepare your passport and a portrait photo, then fill in the online form with your personal, passport and trip details, upload the two images, pay the government fee ($25 single-entry, $50 multiple-entry) and wait for the decision. You can apply directly on the official portal at evisa.gov.vn, or through our service if you want a faster result or help with the form.
Which website is the official Vietnam eVisa portal?+
The official government portal is evisa.gov.vn (the Vietnamese-language portal is thithucdientu.gov.vn). Check the address carefully before entering any personal data. Applyevisavietnam.com is a private agency, not a government website.
How much does a Vietnam eVisa cost?+
The government fee is $25 for single-entry and $50 for multiple-entry. Through our service the all-inclusive price (government fee included) starts at $50 for normal processing, $110 for 1 day and $215 for 30-60 minutes; multiple-entry adds $25 and the Weekend/Holiday service is $230.
How long does a Vietnam eVisa take?+
On the government portal, normally 3-5 business days. Weekends and public holidays are not business days, so allow extra time. Faster options exist if your flight is close, from 30 minutes to 1 day on working days.
What do I need to apply?+
A passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date, a photo of the passport information page, a recent portrait photo with a plain background, a working email address, a card for payment, and your entry date and entry point.
How long is a Vietnam eVisa valid?+
You choose up to 90 days, single or multiple entry. Validity starts from the arrival date you enter, so enter the day you really land in Vietnam.
What should I check after my eVisa is approved?+
Open the PDF and compare the name, passport number, date of birth, validity dates and entry type with your passport and plans. If anything is wrong, contact us on WhatsApp straight away: correcting an issued eVisa costs $85. Save the PDF on your phone and show it at check-in and at immigration. You pay nothing at the airport.
I already applied and it is still pending. Should I apply again?+
No. Duplicate applications can create conflicts. Send us your reference code and registered email on WhatsApp and choose SPEED UP: you only pay the speed-up fee, since the $25 government fee is already paid.
Is approval guaranteed?+
No. The Vietnamese government alone decides every application. A complete and accurate application is the best way to avoid delays or refusal. With our service, what we guarantee is your chosen timeframe: if we miss it, you get a 100% refund of the service fee.
Ready to apply?
Apply online in about ten minutes, or message us first if you have questions or your flight is close.
Government fee included · +$25 multiple-entry · Nothing to pay at the airport · 100% refund if not delivered on time
Contact Information
ApplyEvisaVietnam.com is a private visa service agency and is not affiliated with the Vietnamese government. If you don't need assistance, you can apply directly at evisa.gov.vn (government fee only, no urgent or weekend processing).
