Vietnam Tour Expert helps international travellers get the right Vietnam visa quickly and correctly: standard and urgent e-visas (from 1 hour to 5 working days), visa approval letters for visa on arrival, corrections of e-visa mistakes and airport fast track. A standard single-entry e-visa costs US$41 all-in, including the US$25 government fee – you send your details once and we check, file and follow up the application for you.
Many travellers do not need a visa at all: citizens of 24 countries – including the UK, most of Western and Central Europe, Japan and South Korea – can stay up to 45 days visa-free, and Phu Quoc island allows 30 days visa-free. Check the rules below first – we will tell you honestly if you do not need our service.
Updated October 2026. Vietnam Tour Expert is a licensed tour operator, not a government agency. The official e-visa portal is evisa.gov.vn.
Do You Need a Visa for Vietnam in 2026?
- ASEAN citizens: most can visit visa-free for 14 to 30 days under bilateral agreements.
- Phu Quoc island: all nationalities can stay up to 30 days visa-free when flying directly to Phu Quoc from abroad and staying on the island; continuing to the mainland needs a valid visa or exemption.
- Staying longer than your exemption (for example 60 days, or two trips with a side visit to Cambodia or Laos): apply for a 90-day e-visa, single or multiple entry.
- Passport: must be valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date, with blank pages for stamps.
For the full list of visa-free countries, Phu Quoc rules and a step-by-step guide to applying yourself, read our Vietnam visa guide 2026.
Vietnam E-Visa Service and Prices 2026
The Vietnam e-visa is open to citizens of all countries, valid for up to 90 days, for single or multiple entry, and accepted at the international airports, land borders and seaports listed on it. Our prices below are all-in per person: the government fee (US$25 single, US$50 multiple), our checking and filing, follow-up with immigration and delivery of the approved e-visa by email. Working days are Monday to Friday, excluding Vietnamese public holidays.
| E-visa service | Processing time | Single entry | Multiple entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard e-visa | About 3–5 working days | US$41 | US$77 |
| Urgent e-visa – 4 working days | 4 working days | US$70 | US$92 |
| Urgent e-visa – 3 working days | 3 working days | US$81 | US$120 |
| Urgent e-visa – 2 working days | 2 working days | US$93 | US$137 |
| Urgent e-visa – 1 working day | 1 working day | US$103 | US$147 |
| Super-urgent e-visa – 4 hours | 4 working hours | US$147 | US$191 |
| Super-urgent e-visa – 1 hour | 1 working hour | US$224 | US$257 |
| Weekend approval e-visa | Saturday or Sunday | US$234 | US$257 |
- Israel, Nepal, Bhutan and Dominica passports: standard e-visa US$45 single / US$83 multiple.
- Sri Lanka, Turkey, Egypt, Tunisia, Maldives and Mauritius passports follow a separate review process (single entry, valid 30 or 90 days):
| Service | Processing time | Single entry – 30 days | Single entry – 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | About 5 working days | US$89 | US$122 |
| Urgent – 3 working days | 3 working days | US$125 | US$164 |
| Urgent – 2 working days | 2 working days | US$153 | US$191 |
| Urgent – 1 working day | 1 working day | US$149 | US$203 |
| Urgent – 4 hours | 4 working hours | US$203 | US$257 |
Urgent processing times start once we receive your complete, correct details and payment during working hours (Vietnam time, GMT+7). Approval remains the decision of the Vietnam Immigration Department; in the rare case of a refusal we explain the reason and the options.
Visa Approval Letter (Visa on Arrival)
A visa approval letter lets you collect your visa at the landing-visa counter of a Vietnamese international airport. For most holidaymakers the e-visa is simpler, but the letter is still useful for some urgent cases and group travel. The letter price below does not include the visa stamping fee, which you pay in cash at the airport (US$25 single entry, US$50 multiple entry). Visa on arrival is for air travel only – not for land borders or seaports.
| Approval letter | Processing time | Single entry | Multiple entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard approval letter | 5 working days | US$17 | US$19 |
| Urgent – 3 working days | 3 working days | US$39 | US$43 |
| Urgent – 2 working days | 2 working days | US$43 | US$48 |
| Urgent – 1 working day | 1 working day | US$48 | US$56 |
| Urgent – 4 hours | 4 working hours | US$76 | US$87 |
Bring the printed letter, your passport, a passport photo (4 × 6 cm) and the stamping fee in US dollars.
E-Visa Correction Service
A small mistake on an e-visa – a wrong letter in your name, a wrong date of birth, passport number, entry date or entry port – can stop you from boarding. Airlines and border officers check that the e-visa matches your passport exactly. We can request the correction for you:
| Correction | Weekdays | Weekend |
|---|---|---|
| Correct 1 error (name, date of birth, entry date or port) | US$68 | US$101 |
| Correct a wrong passport number | US$89 | US$105 |
| Correct 2 errors | US$109 | US$122 |
Airport Fast Track in Vietnam
Immigration queues at Noi Bai (Hanoi), Tan Son Nhat (Ho Chi Minh City) and Da Nang can take an hour or more at peak times. With fast track, our staff meet you at the arrival gate with a name sign and take you through a priority lane. Prices are per person.
Hanoi (Noi Bai) and Da Nang – arrival
| Service | Immigration only | With luggage help |
|---|---|---|
| Arrival fast track – standard (escort + priority immigration lane) | US$28 | US$39 |
| Arrival fast track – VIP (escort + VIP lane) | US$56 | US$72 |
| Arrival VIP B – VIP lane, luggage help and escort to your car or taxi | — | US$124 |
Ho Chi Minh City (Tan Son Nhat) – arrival
| Service | Immigration only | With luggage help |
|---|---|---|
| Arrival fast track – standard | US$30 | US$38 |
| Arrival fast track – VIP | US$64 | US$72 |
| Arrival VIP B – VIP lane, luggage help and escort to your car or taxi | — | US$124 |
Nha Trang (Cam Ranh) and Phu Quoc – arrival
| Service | Immigration only | With luggage help |
|---|---|---|
| Arrival fast track – standard | US$45 | US$49 |
| Arrival fast track – VIP | — | US$83 |
Departure fast track
| Airport | Service | Customs only | Full service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hanoi / Da Nang | Departure fast track: escort + priority customs | US$28 | + security screening US$55 |
| Hanoi / Da Nang | VIP departure – international terminal | — | US$91 |
| Hanoi / Da Nang | VIP departure – domestic terminal | — | US$60 |
| Ho Chi Minh City (Tan Son Nhat) | Departure fast track | US$35 | + security screening US$51 |
| Ho Chi Minh City (Tan Son Nhat) | VIP departure | — | US$133 |
Connecting flights
| Transfer between terminals | Price per person |
|---|---|
| Noi Bai (Hanoi): international T2 → domestic T1, with a 4-seat car | US$93 |
| Tan Son Nhat: international arrival → domestic T1 | US$60 |
| Tan Son Nhat: international arrival → domestic T3 | US$87 |
| Tan Son Nhat: domestic T1 → international departure | US$64 |
| Tan Son Nhat: domestic T3 → international departure | US$99 |
Fast track does not replace a visa – you still need a valid e-visa, approval letter or exemption. Book at least 24 hours before your flight and send us your flight number.
How Our Vietnam Visa Service Works
- Tell us your trip: nationality, arrival date, entry port (airport, land border or seaport) and single or multiple entry – by the visa inquiry form below or WhatsApp.
- We check if you need a visa and recommend the cheapest option that fits your plans.
- Send your documents: a passport data-page scan and a portrait photo. We review every detail against your passport before filing.
- Pay and we file: we submit on the official system and follow up with the Immigration Department.
- Receive your e-visa by email: print it or keep it on your phone, and check it once more against your passport.
Documents and Photo Requirements
- Passport scan: a clear colour scan or photo of the full data page, including the two machine-readable lines at the bottom; passport valid 6 months from arrival.
- Portrait photo: recent, 4 × 6 cm format, looking straight at the camera, plain light background, no glasses or hat.
- Trip details: intended arrival and departure dates, entry and exit ports, and the first address in Vietnam (your hotel is fine).
- Entry port matters: you must enter through the port written on your e-visa. If your flight changes to another city, tell us before you travel.
Why Use Vietnam Tour Expert for Your Vietnam Visa
- Licensed local operator since 2012 (Asia Travel Expert Co., Ltd., international tour operator licence 01-539/2012/TCDL-GPLHQT), based in Hanoi.
- Transparent pricing: the government fee and our service fee are shown together – no hidden charges at the airport except the stamping fee for visa on arrival.
- Every application checked by a person before filing, to avoid the name, date and port errors that cause most problems.
- Urgent cases handled fast: down to 1 working hour, plus weekend approval.
- One contact for the whole trip: visa, airport fast track and transfers, and private tours across Vietnam – planned around your dates.
Send Your Vietnam Visa Inquiry
Tell us your nationality, arrival date and the service you need. We reply within 24 hours with the right visa option, the exact price and what to send us – there is no payment or obligation at this stage.
Vietnam Visa FAQs
1. Do I need a visa to visit Vietnam in 2026?
It depends on your passport. Citizens of the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the Nordic countries, Japan, South Korea and 12 more European countries can stay up to 45 days visa-free, and most ASEAN citizens 14 to 30 days. Most other nationalities, including the USA, Canada, Australia and India, need an e-visa. We can check for you on our contact page.
2. How much does a Vietnam e-visa cost?
The government fee is US$25 for a single-entry and US$50 for a multiple-entry e-visa. Through Vietnam Tour Expert a standard e-visa costs US$41 single or US$77 multiple, all-in, with every detail checked before filing. See all prices in our e-visa price table.
3. How long does it take to get a Vietnam e-visa?
A standard e-visa usually takes about 3–5 working days. If you are in a hurry we offer urgent processing in 4, 3, 2 or 1 working day, 4 hours or 1 hour, plus weekend approval. Urgent prices are in our e-visa table.
4. Can I get a Vietnam visa urgently in one day or at the weekend?
Yes. We can arrange an urgent e-visa in 1 working day, in 4 working hours or even 1 hour, and a weekend approval service for Saturday and Sunday. Send your details early in Vietnam working hours (GMT+7) through our contact page.
5. How long can I stay in Vietnam with an e-visa?
The Vietnam e-visa is valid for up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry, and is open to citizens of all countries. A multiple-entry e-visa suits trips that include Cambodia or Laos, such as our Mekong River cruises.
6. Is visa on arrival still available in Vietnam?
Yes, for air travel: you need a visa approval letter before you fly, then pay the stamping fee (US$25 single, US$50 multiple) at the airport. For most travellers the e-visa is simpler. Compare both in our visa on arrival section.
7. What happens if there is a mistake on my Vietnam e-visa?
Airlines and border officers check that the e-visa matches your passport exactly, so a wrong name, date of birth, passport number or entry port must be corrected before you travel. We can request the correction for you – see our e-visa correction service.
8. Can I enter Vietnam through a different airport than the one on my e-visa?
No – you should enter through the port written on your e-visa. If your flight changes to another city, contact us before you travel so we can advise on a correction. Our team can also arrange airport fast track at the new airport.
9. Can I visit Phu Quoc without a visa?
Yes. All nationalities can stay on Phu Quoc island for up to 30 days visa-free if they fly or sail there directly from abroad and stay on the island. To continue to mainland Vietnam you need a visa or exemption. Plan your island time with a cruise like the Mekong Eyes cruise to Phu Quoc.
10. What is airport fast track in Vietnam and is it worth it?
Fast track means our staff meet you at the gate and take you through a priority immigration lane, which can save an hour at busy times in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang. It is especially useful with children or tight connections. Prices start from US$28 per person – see our fast track prices.
11. Is Vietnam Tour Expert the official Vietnam visa website?
No. We are a licensed Vietnamese tour operator (since 2012) offering visa assistance. The official e-visa portal is evisa.gov.vn, where you can also apply yourself; our fee covers checking, filing, follow-up and urgent handling. Read more about Vietnam Tour Expert.
12. Can I combine a Vietnam visa with a tour or transfer?
Yes – many guests book the visa, airport fast track and their private tour together, so one team looks after the whole trip. Browse our Vietnam tours and tell us your dates.
Need a Vietnam visa? Send us your nationality and travel dates through the visa inquiry form or WhatsApp +84 886 261 368 – we usually reply within 24 hours. Planning the trip too? Read our Vietnam travel guides.
