Viet Nam
General visa requirements for travelling to Viet Nam. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Diplomatic visa (Diplomatic Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Fee
- Free (unless otherwise agreed bilaterally)
- Validity
- 15 to 90 days depending on bilateral agreements
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Holders of diplomatic passports of certain countries may enter Vietnam without a visa for between 15 to 90 days. Diplomatic and official visas are issued free of charge unless otherwise agreed upon between Vietnam and the applicant's country. Specific duration of stay and entry procedures may vary depending on bilateral agreements.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Holders of diplomatic passports traveling on official government business or diplomatic missions.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
How to apply
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Document submission
Submit application to Vietnamese embassy/consulate with diplomatic passport and diplomatic note. Include one 2x2 inch photo for sticker visa or two 2x2 inch photos for loose-leaf visa.
Diplomatic visa (Official Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Fee
- Free (unless otherwise agreed bilaterally)
- Validity
- Varies by bilateral agreement
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Holders of official/service passports of certain countries may enter Vietnam without a visa. Official visas are issued free of charge unless otherwise agreed upon between Vietnam and the applicant's country.
Eligibility
-
Purpose of visit
Holders of official or service passports traveling on official government business.
Documents you need
-
Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
How to apply
-
Document submission
Submit application to Vietnamese embassy/consulate with official passport and supporting documents.