United States to Vietnam tourist visa
Complete Vietnam e-visa guide for Americans: requirements, $25 fee, processing time, and application steps. Updated December 2025.
- Visa
- Vietnam Tourist Visa
- Fee
- $25
- Processing time
- 3 working days
- Length of stay
- Up to 90 days
Required documents
- Valid Passport — Your US passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned entry date
- Digital Passport Photo — Recent digital photo meeting Vietnam visa photo requirements
- Passport Data Page Scan — Clear scan or photo of your passport information page
- Travel Itinerary — Planned entry and exit dates for Vietnam
- Accommodation Address — Address where you will stay in Vietnam
- Online Payment — Credit or debit card for visa fee payment
How to apply
- Passport with 6+ months validity — Passport with 6+ months validity
- Digital passport photo (4x6 cm, — Digital passport photo (4x6 cm, white background)
- Scan of passport data page — Scan of passport data page
- Credit/debit card for payment — Credit/debit card for payment
- Hotel address in Vietnam — Hotel address in Vietnam
- Personal information matching your passport — Personal information matching your passport exactly
Common questions
- Do US citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
- Yes, US citizens need a visa to visit Vietnam. The easiest option is the e-visa, which you can apply for online at evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn. The only exception is Phu Quoc Island, where you can stay up to 30 days without a visa if you remain on the island.
- How long can Americans stay in Vietnam?
- With an e-visa, US citizens can stay up to 90 days in Vietnam. You can choose between a single entry visa (one entry within validity period) or multiple entry visa (unlimited entries within 90 days).
- How much does a Vietnam visa cost for US citizens?
- The official e-visa fee is $25 for single entry or $50 for multiple entry. Apply directly on the government portal to avoid third-party agency fees, which can be $50–100 higher.
- How long does Vietnam e-visa processing take?
- Standard processing takes 3 working days. During peak travel season (November to April) or around Vietnamese holidays like Tet (Lunar New Year), processing may take 5–7 days. Apply at least 1 week before travel.
- Can I extend my Vietnam visa?
- Yes, you can extend your e-visa once while in Vietnam by visiting a local immigration office. Extensions are typically granted for 30 additional days. Apply before your current visa expires to avoid overstay penalties.
- Where can I enter Vietnam with an e-visa?
- The e-visa is valid at 33 entry points: 13 international airports (including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang), 16 land border crossings, and 13 seaports. All major tourist entry points accept e-visas.