Vietnam Visa for German Citizens 2026: Visa-Free & E-Visa Complete Guide
Option 1: Visa-Free Entry (45 Days)
Germany is on Vietnam’s unilateral visa-free list (valid until March 14, 2028). German passport holders can stay up to 45 days for tourism without any visa or pre-registration.
Option 2: Vietnam E-Visa (Up to 90 Days)
For stays longer than 45 days, multi-country itineraries that include leaving and re-entering Vietnam, or for those who want confirmed entry before departure, the e-visa is the better choice.
Visa-Free vs E-Visa — When to Use Which
| Your Situation | Best Option |
|---|---|
| Staying under 45 days, single visit | Visa-free — no paperwork |
| Staying 46–90 days | E-visa single (USD 25) |
| Side trips to Cambodia, Laos, or Thailand | E-visa multiple (USD 50) |
| Want guaranteed entry before flying | E-visa for certainty |
| Open-ended travel dates | Visa-free is more flexible |
How to Apply for a Vietnam E-Visa
Go to evisa.gov.vn
Official Vietnamese government portal only. Third-party sites charge extra fees for the same result.
Select Germany and entry type
Single entry (USD 25) for one-way trips. Multiple entry (USD 50) for trips that include leaving Vietnam and returning.
Fill in personal details
Full name as on passport, DOB, passport number, expiry, intended dates, and accommodation address in Vietnam.
Upload documents
Clear photo of passport data page. Portrait photo: white background, full face visible, taken within 6 months.
Pay and receive
Pay by card (USD 25 or USD 50). E-visa arrives by email within 3–5 business days as a PDF. Print it or save on your phone.
Length of Stay Summary
| Entry Type | Max Stay | Extendable? |
|---|---|---|
| Visa-free | 45 days per visit | No |
| E-visa (single or multiple) | 90 days per entry | No |
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WhatsApp UsFAQ for German Travellers
No visa is needed for stays up to 45 days — just arrive with your German passport. For stays of 46–90 days, apply for an e-visa at evisa.gov.vn before travelling.
Up to 45 days visa-free, or up to 90 days on an e-visa. Neither can be extended — exit and re-enter to reset the clock.
Yes — each entry into Vietnam resets the 45-day visa-free period. However, if you’re doing multiple re-entries frequently, border officers may question the purpose of your visit. For extended stays with multiple exits and re-entries, an e-visa is more defensible.
Vietnam’s visa-free policy for German citizens is set by a government resolution valid until March 14, 2028. It has been consistently renewed for over a decade, but travel policies can change. Always verify before booking at evisa.gov.vn or the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
