Vietnam 90-Day Multiple-Entry e-Visa for Indians in 2026: Single vs Multiple, Cost and How to Apply
By Ananya Singh (Ananya Singh writes step-by-step first-international-trip guides for Indians — passport rules, visa cascade timing, immigration walkthroughs, and the unglamorous logistics that separate a smooth trip from a stranded one.) · Published · Last updated · 11 min read
Vietnam's e-visa lets Indians stay up to 90 days — USD 25 single-entry or USD 50 multiple-entry. Here's how to pick the right one, the official evisa.gov.vn portal, the fixed entry-port trap that strands travellers, documents and processing time.
Quick answer
Indians need a visa for Vietnam, and the standard route is the e-visa — now available with up to 90 days validity. As of June 2026, apply online at the official portal evisa.gov.vn. The fee is USD 25 (~₹2,100) for a single-entry e-visa and USD 50 (~₹4,200) for a multiple-entry e-visa, both valid for up to 90 days. Processing typically takes 3 working days (allow up to a week). You must select your exact entry port when applying — you can only enter through that port, which is the single biggest trap. The fee is non-refundable even if refused. Fees change — verify on the official portal before applying. See our Vietnam visa page and our step-by-step e-visa guide.
Single-entry vs multiple-entry — which to pick
The 90-day e-visa now comes in two flavours, and choosing right saves money and avoids a stranding:
- Single-entry (USD 25) — Best for a straightforward Vietnam-only trip. Once you leave Vietnam, the visa is used up — you cannot re-enter on it, even within the 90-day window.
- Multiple-entry (USD 50) — Best if your itinerary loops out and back: a side trip to Cambodia, Laos or Thailand and then back into Vietnam. You can enter and exit multiple times within the 90-day validity.
A classic mistake: buying single-entry, popping over to Cambodia mid-trip, and being unable to return. If your plans touch a neighbouring country and come back, pay the extra USD 25 for multiple-entry. Line up flights first — compare Delhi and Mumbai fares to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in the FlightGPT chat, and see our which-city-to-fly-into guide.
The fixed entry-port trap
This is the detail that strands the most Indian travellers. When you apply for the Vietnam e-visa, you must specify the exact port of entry — for example, Noi Bai (Hanoi), Tan Son Nhat (Ho Chi Minh City) or Da Nang. You can only enter Vietnam through the port listed on your approved e-visa. If your flight reroutes or you book into a different city than you declared, you can be denied boarding or entry.
Before you apply, lock your arrival city. If you're flying into Hanoi, select Noi Bai. If your plans change after approval, you may need to apply again. Double-check the port on your approved e-visa PDF matches your ticket. When the rule is this unforgiving, confirm the current entry-port list on evisa.gov.vn before booking non-refundable flights.
Step-by-step: applying on evisa.gov.vn
Use only the official government portal — evisa.gov.vn. The flow as of June 2026:
- Open the official site and start a new e-visa application.
- Upload a passport bio-page scan (clear JPEG under 2 MB) and a passport-style photo.
- Personal and trip details — name exactly as on your passport, dates, and crucially your entry and exit ports and single vs multiple entry.
- Pay USD 25 or USD 50 by international card (non-refundable, even if refused).
- Wait 3 working days (allow up to 7), then download and print the approved e-visa PDF.
Carry the printed e-visa. Apply about a week before travel for buffer. Beware paid lookalike sites that charge a markup on the government fee — the official portal is the cheapest route.
Documents Indian applicants need
Have these ready before you start the form:
- Indian passport valid at least 6 months from arrival with at least 2 blank pages
- Clear passport bio-page scan (JPEG under 2 MB)
- Recent passport-style photo on a white background
- Confirmed entry-port and travel dates — these are locked into the visa
- An international credit/debit card for the online fee
- Travel insurance — sensible though not strictly required for short visits; Indian insurers sell Vietnam policies from roughly ₹300–700 for a week
Use a zero-forex-markup Indian card to avoid the 3.5% conversion charge on the USD fee and on spending.
What changed — and the 30-day visa-free question
Vietnam's rules for Indians have shifted, so be careful with older advice. As of June 2026, the reliable route for Indian tourists is the e-visa (single or multiple entry, up to 90 days). You may see references to a separate 30-day visa-free arrangement Vietnam has offered to certain nationalities and at specific times — eligibility and dates for Indians have changed, so don't assume a blanket visa-free entry.
The safe assumption for an Indian passport holder is: apply for the e-visa in advance. It's cheap, fast and removes uncertainty at the airport. If a visa-free or visa-on-arrival option is genuinely available for your situation and dates, the official portal will reflect it — but relying on a half-remembered 'Vietnam is visa-free now' claim risks denied boarding. When the rules are in flux like this, the only trustworthy source is the official evisa.gov.vn portal, which you should check before booking non-refundable flights.
At Vietnam immigration and getting around
Present your printed e-visa, passport, and ideally a return/onward ticket at your declared entry port. Processing is quick for e-visa holders. Vietnam is long and narrow — many Indians do a north-to-south or south-to-north route (Hanoi, Da Nang/Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City), so a multiple-entry visa rarely helps within Vietnam itself; it matters only if you exit the country and return.
Carry some Vietnamese dong cash for street food and small vendors; ATMs are widespread in cities. For routing help, see our 8-day Vietnam itinerary and central-coast guide, and price your dates both ways in the FlightGPT chat.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Vietnam e-visa valid for Indians in 2026?
Up to 90 days. As of June 2026, Indians can get a single-entry e-visa for USD 25 or a multiple-entry e-visa for USD 50, both valid up to 90 days, applied at evisa.gov.vn. Verify current fees on the official portal.
What's the difference between single and multiple-entry Vietnam e-visa?
A single-entry visa is used up once you leave Vietnam — you can't re-enter on it. A multiple-entry visa (USD 50) lets you exit and re-enter multiple times within the 90-day validity, which matters if you take a side trip to Cambodia, Laos or Thailand and return.
Can I enter Vietnam through any airport on my e-visa?
No. You must select your exact entry port when applying and can only enter through that port. If your arrival city changes after approval, you may need to reapply. Always match the port on your e-visa to your flight.
How long does the Vietnam e-visa take to process?
Typically 3 working days, though it can take up to a week. Apply about a week before travel for buffer. The fee is non-refundable even if the visa is refused.
Where do I apply for the Vietnam e-visa?
On the official government portal evisa.gov.vn. Beware paid lookalike sites that add a markup on the USD 25/USD 50 government fee — the official portal is the cheapest route.