Vietnam Visa for Indian Citizens: e-Visa Rules and Steps

Visa required · e-Visa
Apply about 60 days before arrival
Decision in 8–10 business days
Verified 23 October 2026

Plusvisa is a private visa application service, not a government agency or embassy. Official government source: National Portal on Immigration (Vietnam e-Visa System), evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn.

Table of contents

Do you need a visa?
Which Indian passport
Types and cost in INR
How long you may stay
Documents
When to apply
Eligibility check
How to apply
FAQ
India vs. Vietnam essentials

Passport
Valid 6+ months on arrival
Must also have at least one blank page.
Stay
Up to 90 days per e-visa
Single stay, multiple entries within the validity period.
Entry gates
42 official gates
Enter and exit by a gate named on your e-visa.

Two routes into Vietnam

Most tourists
e-Visa
Apply online on Vietnam's official e-visa portal. You do not need to visit an embassy. Print the approved e-visa and carry it with your passport.
Other purposes
Embassy or consulate visa
Work, study and other purposes the e-visa does not cover need a visa from a Vietnamese embassy or consulate before you travel.

Which Indian passport are you holding?

Indian ordinary passport
e-Visa eligible
Apply for the e-visa with a passport that is valid 6+ months past arrival. Emergency or other non-standard travel documents are not eligible.

Vietnam e-Visa types and cost for Indian citizens, in Indian Rupees

e-Visa	Validity	Processing	Government fee	All-in with Plusvisa*
Tourist E-visa eVisa	90 days Single entry	8–10 business days	US$25 ≈ ₹2,084	≈ ₹4,500
Tourist E-visa eVisa	90 days Multiple entry	8–10 business days	US$50 ≈ ₹4,167	≈ ₹7,417
Business trip E-visa eVisa	90 days Single entry	8–10 business days	US$25 ≈ ₹2,084	≈ ₹4,500
Business trip E-visa eVisa	90 days Multiple entry	8–10 business days	US$50 ≈ ₹4,167	≈ ₹7,417

* The government fee is the government's own charge, never refundable. All-in adds Plusvisa's service fee, per traveller; it is refunded if we cause a refusal.

The 90-day rule, and what it does not mean

An e-visa allows a single stay of up to 90 days, with multiple entries during its validity. Indian citizens are not on Vietnam's visa-exemption list, so the e-visa is the usual route.

Arrive

Leave

Tourist E-visa: 90 days per visit.

Arrive 1 March

63 of 90 days

1 Mar – 2 May: 63 of the 90 days this visa allows in one visit.

E-visa stay: Up to 90 days per stay. You can enter at any time within the validity dates on the e-visa.
Extensions: Visa-free stays generally cannot be extended. For an e-visa, the Embassy of India says an extension must be applied for from inside Vietnam, with a guarantee from an agency, organisation or relative in Vietnam.
Gate rule: The e-visa is valid only through the gate named on your application. Enter and leave by that gate or the e-visa may not be accepted.
Overstays: Overstaying is an immigration offence. It can lead to fines and, in serious or repeated cases, deportation or an entry ban. The portal does not publish a fixed fine.

Your document checklist

Six things to have ready before you start your application, as an Indian applicant.

Passport data page scan
Full data page, including photo, personal details and ICAO lines. Passport valid 6+ months past arrival, with at least one blank page.
Portrait photo (4 x 6 cm)
4 x 6 cm, plain white background, straight at the camera, no glasses. Upload as a separate file from the passport scan.
Name as on passport
Type your full name in the same order as the ICAO line on the passport data page. Surname is not mandatory for the e-visa.
Printed e-visa
Print the approved e-visa before you travel. A printed copy is needed on arrival at the gate.

Only for some visa types

Pre-arrival declaration QR code
Only if Arriving by air. Complete Vietnam's online pre-arrival declaration up to 3 days before, or on, arrival by air. Show the QR code to immigration.
Onward travel and accommodation proof
Only if Only if asked on arrival. Return or onward flight and a hotel booking, on paper or phone. Show it if an officer asks.

When should you apply?

Processing takes 8–10 business days. Enter your arrival date and we'll work backwards.

Arrival in Vietnam

Processing

Standard8–10 business days

Pick your arrival date

1
Apply online
—
Form and uploads, about 30 min
2
Pay the fee
—
By card, on the portal
3
Processing
8–10 business days
Official estimate
4
Approval emailed
—
Keep a copy on your phone
5
Arrive in Vietnam
—
Show the approval at the border

The Embassy of Vietnam in India advises applying 7 to 40 working days before departure. Processing takes 5 to 30 working days after a complete application and fee. 60 days allows for a resubmission.

Four questions, 20 seconds

Is your trip for tourism, family or a short business visit?
Is your stay 90 days or less in one visit?
Is your passport valid for at least 6 months after your arrival date, with a blank page?
Will you enter and leave Vietnam through one of the official gates?

Result

Answer all four

Four quick checks of the rules that most often catch travellers out, and we'll tell you where you stand.

The application, step by step

Before you apply

1
Check your passport and entry gate
Confirm your passport is valid 6+ months past arrival and has a blank page. Choose the airport, land gate or sea port you will use.
2
Prepare your files
Scan the passport data page. Prepare a 4 x 6 cm portrait photo on a white background, with no glasses.

On the official portal

3
Apply on the official portal
Use the official Vietnam e-visa portal. Enter your details exactly as they appear on your passport. Upload the scan and photo.
Other websites are not official.
4
Pay and save your registration code
Pay by card on the portal. Save the registration code sent to your email. You need it to check the result and print the e-visa.
5
Wait for processing
Processing takes 5 to 30 working days after a complete application and payment. Do not submit a second application while the first is pending.

After you apply

6
Check your result
Enter your registration code, email and date of birth on the e-visa search page.
7
Print the e-visa
Print the approved e-visa before you travel. You must show a printed copy at the gate.
8
Complete the pre-arrival declaration
If you fly in, complete Vietnam's online pre-arrival declaration up to 3 days before, or on, arrival. Show the QR code to immigration.
Use the official Vietnam immigration portal. The link was not checked in this run.

Official website: evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn (opens in a new tab)

Questions Indian travellers actually ask

Yes. Indian citizens need a pre-approved visa. The e-visa covers most tourist trips. Indian citizens are not on Vietnam's visa-exemption list.

No. India is not on Vietnam's list of visa-exempt countries. Apply for an e-visa before you travel.

No. The e-visa must be approved online before you travel. Print it and show it at the gate.

Up to 90 days in a single stay. You can enter more than once within the validity period.

The Embassy of Vietnam in India asks for a 4 x 6 cm portrait on a white background. Look straight at the camera and do not wear glasses.

Type the name in the same order as the ICAO line on your passport. A surname is not mandatory for the e-visa. The embassy notes a separate form exists for applicants with no surname.

The Embassy of India says an extension must be applied for from inside Vietnam. It needs a guarantee from an agency, organisation or relative in Vietnam. Apply before your stay ends.

On the official e-visa search page, enter your registration code, the email you used and your date of birth.

Visa sorted

The things that make the first
48 hours easy, compared with home

Your Indian plug fits. Here's what to expect.

Type A
Two flat pins
Type C
Two round pins · 2.5 A
Type F
Two round pins · 16 A

Type C

Type C is used both at home and in Vietnam, so your own plugs fit — though you may meet the other types too.

Voltage

220 V · 50 Hz

Against 230 V · 50 Hz at home. Check the label on chargers and appliances: anything marked 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz works in both.

Pack: nothing special — your type C plugs go straight in. A small power strip is still handy where hotel rooms have one socket.

Vietnam drives on the right — the opposite of home

Compare traffic side:

Vietnam · right-hand traffic — the opposite of India

Getting around
Cities are dense with motorbike traffic. Cross roads slowly and predictably, use registered taxis or ride-hailing apps, and book trains or flights ahead for longer trips between regions.
Health precautions
Dengue is a year-round risk, so use insect repellent and cover up. Avoid tap water and swimming in untreated fresh water. Check routine vaccines and malaria advice for rural travel with a travel clinic before you go.
Customs and etiquette
Remove your shoes before entering homes and some temples, dress modestly at religious sites, and use both hands to offer or receive money, gifts or business cards.

Vietnamese Dongs, cash and cards

Vietnam uses the Vietnamese Dong (VND).

INR

VND

₫

₹1 ≈ ₫304.6 · indicative mid-market rate, possibly a few days old

Carry small dong notes
Cash in Vietnamese dong is still standard for street food, markets and small shops. Watch out for the 20,000 and 500,000 notes, which are a similar blue shade.
Cards work in cities
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted at hotels, restaurants and shops in larger cities, and contactless payment is increasingly common.
Use bank ATMs and plan withdrawals
International cards work at ATMs nationwide, but local banks cap withdrawals lower than international ones. Withdraw extra cash before heading to rural areas with fewer ATMs.

Weather by month (Hanoi)

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

10.6°13°16.2°19.9°23.3°25°25°24.8°23.2°19.8°15.8°11.2°

Daytime high
Grey row = night low
Best time to go

Daytime high
Grey row = night low
Best time to go

Month	High, °C	Low, °C	Rain, mm
January	20.3	10.6	31.9
February	23.4	13	21.8
March	26.6	16.2	49
April · best	30.4	19.9	77.7
May · best	31.8	23.3	178.9
June	31.9	25	201.3
July	31.7	25	299.8
August	31	24.8	321.8
September · best	30.2	23.2	222.9
October · best	27.7	19.8	124
November · best	24.7	15.8	52.2
December	20.8	11.2	25.1

Monthly averages. Source: NASA POWER climatology, 2001-2020.

April · ideal

The best window runs April, May, September, October and November.

High 30.4°CLow 19.9°CRain 77.7 mm

Sweet spot: Hanoi has a cool, misty winter from December to March, a hot and humid rainy season from June to August, and its most comfortable weather in spring (April to June) and autumn (September to November).

One time zone, a half-hour offset

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How much to tip, in INR

Restaurant bill

₫5,000

₫5,000(₹16.42)

Restaurants

Not part of Vietnamese custom, but appreciated, especially if service isn't already included.

0–10%

on a ₫5,000 bill: ₫0 · ₹0

Hotel porters and housekeeping

Per bag or per day, more common at higher-end hotels.

₫10,000–₫50,000

₹32.83–₹164.17

Taxis and ride-hailing

Rounding up the fare is common but not expected.

No tip expected

Private tour guides and drivers

Per day, more for multi-day tours.

₫50,000–₫150,000

₹164.17–₹492.50

Spas and salons

Increasingly expected in tourist areas.

5–10%

on a ₫5,000 bill: ₫250 · ₹0.82

SIM, eSIM or roaming?

Local SIM

Recommended

Local prepaid SIM

Airport arrival counters or shops of Viettel, Mobifone or Vinaphone in any city Usually the cheapest option, with wide 4G/5G coverage even outside major cities. Bring your passport to register the SIM.

eSIM

Travel eSIM

Online, before you travel, from an eSIM provider or your phone's own eSIM store Convenient if your phone supports eSIM, since you can activate it before landing without swapping a physical SIM.

Roaming

Roaming on your home plan

Activated through your home mobile provider before departure The simplest option but usually the most expensive; check your provider's Vietnam rates before you rely on it.

Get your Vietnam e-Visa in about ten business days, without the portal headaches

Upload a phone photo and your passport, we check them against every rule above, submit, and send your approval to your inbox. From ₹4,500 all-in.

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