⚡ VISA QUICK TIP
How Many Days Can I Stay in Vietnam Visa-Free?
⚡ Quick Answer
It depends on your nationality. Most Western visitors get 45 days visa-free; ASEAN neighbors typically get 30 days.
Vietnam has expanded its visa-free policy significantly since 2023. The duration depends on your nationality and the type of agreement (unilateral or bilateral). Here’s what’s confirmed as of July 2026:
| Country / Region | Visa-Free Days | Type |
|---|---|---|
| UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Russia, Japan, South Korea | 45 days | Unilateral (valid to 14/3/2028) |
| ~12 additional countries (from 15/8/2025 — tourism only) | 45 days | NQ 229/NQ-CP — verify full list at evisa.gov.vn |
| Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Cambodia, Laos, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Chile* | 30 days | Bilateral agreement |
| Philippines | 21 days | Bilateral agreement |
| Myanmar, Brunei | 14 days | Bilateral agreement |
*Chile: 90 days under bilateral agreement. All others: check passport validity ≥6 months required.
⚠️ US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand do NOT have visa-free access to Vietnam — you need an e-visa ($25 single / $50 multiple entry). Also note: the 12 confirmed unilateral countries do NOT include Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Austria, or Portugal — check evisa.gov.vn for the full current list.
✅ Pro tip: Even if you qualify for 45-day visa-free, the $50 multiple-entry e-visa gives you 90 days with unlimited entries — better value for longer trips or border crossings.
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