How Indian passport holders get a visa for Vietnam: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: eVisa — apply online before travel
- Government fee: US$25 single-entry / US$50 multiple-entry (non-refundable if refused)
- Processing time: Usually within 3 working days
- Maximum stay: Up to 90 days; single or multiple entry
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 74/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport biodata page scan; passport valid at least 6 months
- Digital portrait photo (straight-facing, no glasses)
- Valid email address
- Payment card for the online fee
- Intended entry / exit dates and entry checkpoint
How & where to apply
Apply yourself on Vietnam's official government eVisa portal. Vietnam eVisa portal (official)
Transit & connections
No transit visa needed if you stay airside. Vietnam has no general visa-free transit scheme — leaving the airport needs an eVisa.
How Vietnam compares in Southeast Asia
With an ease score of 74/100 this is one of the smoother applications for Indians. Vietnam uses an online e-visa for Indian passport holders — no embassy visit is needed at application time.
| Country | Visa type | Government fee | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | eVisa — apply online before travel | US$25 single-entry / US$50 multiple-entry (non-refundable if refused) | Usually within 3 working days |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | Visa-free — 60 days | No government visa fee | Granted on arrival at immigration |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | Visa on arrival — pre-register online (e-VoA) | IDR 500,000 (about US$33–35). A small card-payment fee may apply. | e-VoA usually issued within ~48 hours; apply at least 48 hours before departure |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | eVisa — apply via an authorised agent before travel | S$30 non-refundable processing fee. Authorised visa agents charge a separate service fee on top. | Within about 3 working days; apply within 30 days before arrival |
| 🇲🇾 Malaysia | Visa-free — 30 days (extended until 31 Dec 2026) | No government visa fee. MDAC is free on the official portal. | Granted on arrival at Malaysian immigration |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | Visa-free — 14 days (since 8 June 2025) | No visa fee. eTravel is free on the official portal. | Granted on arrival at Philippine immigration |
| 🇰🇭 Cambodia | eVisa — single entry 30 days (US$30) | US$30 for the single-entry tourist eVisa (T-class), reduced from US$36 in September 2025. Card processing fee may apply. | Around 3 working days online — eVisa is emailed as a PDF you print and carry |
Fees and processing times are indicative and change with exchange rates and season — always confirm on each country's official source before applying.
Good to know
Use only evisa.gov.vn — there are many paid copycat sites. The eVisa must be valid at least 30 days before your passport expires. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://evisa.gov.vn/
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Vietnam?
eVisa — apply online before travel. Use only evisa.gov.vn — there are many paid copycat sites. The eVisa must be valid at least 30 days before your passport expires.
What documents do Indians need for a Vietnam visa?
Passport biodata page scan; passport valid at least 6 months; Digital portrait photo (straight-facing, no glasses); Valid email address; Payment card for the online fee; Intended entry / exit dates and entry checkpoint
How long does a Vietnam visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: Usually within 3 working days. Government fee: US$25 single-entry / US$50 multiple-entry (non-refundable if refused). Maximum stay: Up to 90 days; single or multiple entry.
How do Indians apply for a Vietnam visa?
Apply yourself on Vietnam's official government eVisa portal. Official source: https://evisa.gov.vn/
Is a Vietnam visa hard to get for Indian citizens?
With an ease score of 74/100 this is one of the smoother applications for Indians. No interview is normally required.
Can Indians get a Vietnam visa online or on arrival?
Vietnam uses an online e-visa for Indian passport holders — no embassy visit is needed at application time.
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