When entering Vietnam for tourism or work, US citizens and almost all others in Europe need a visa from the host country.
Currently, the simple way to get a Vietnamese visa is to apply for an electronic online one, also known as an e-visa.
The guide to getting an e-visa below applies to citizens of other countries besides the US. We take the US as an example.
Vietnamese visa requirements for American tourists
To apply for a tourist visa, you need to prepare:
- Clear, face-to-face portraits are available for uploading on request. The most recent portrait photo should be no more than three months old.
- A photograph of a passport, a page with a photo. The passport photo is clear, not erased or edited.
- You need to prepare a visa fee of $ 25 for a US tourist in an account that can be paid online. Business visas to work in Vietnam require more payment, depending on the working duration and type of job.
Instructions to apply for a visa online to enter Vietnam
The following should be done carefully to ensure the fastest possible acceptance. Travel visa processing time for Americans is within three working days, so it is better to do this in a week or more before entering Vietnam.
Step 1: Visit the official Visa website of Vietnam
Go to Vietnam’s immigration website. Remember to select the English language to make it easy to fill in information.
Step 2: Upload portrait and passport photos
Select the photos you have prepared to start uploading to the form.
Step 3: Fill in the information
Write the correct information according to the procedure below.
Click on the plus sign (+) to open the personal information to fill in.
- Personal information (PNR) is requested.
- If any, the inviting/guaranteeing agency/organization is optional. This part is usually required for a business working visa.
- Under 14 years old, accompanying children or children included in your passport is optional, if any.
- The requested information part needs to be filled out.
Step 4: Review the application form and edit it
After you fill in all the information, click on the button “Review application form.” Then, you can see all the info and check it carefully.
When you find any incorrect details, click on the icon of “pen and book,” as in the photo below. Then, you can correct them.
Step 5: Make a payment
After checking all information correctly, you select the button “Payment” to proceed to the next payment information, as shown below.
Then, choose the button “Pay e-visa fee” to finish your payment step. After that, you must wait a few days for the information to arrive in your email.
You can use any card: VISA, American Express, Master, or JCB to pay for the visa fee. Please note that “PAY BY ATM CARD” is often for Vietnamese people or anyone living in Vietnam owning a local ATM card.
While waiting for Vietnamese Evisa to come to your email, you take your time to prepare what you need for your journey (such as clothes, shoes for trekking, and a light jacket) or study more information about the beautiful places to visit in Vietnam.
You can also chat with us on WhatsApp at +84 934 889 667. Vietnamdrive’s consultant is willing to support you with quick answers.
FAQ about the visa for American travelers to Vietnam
Can I get a visa on arrival in Vietnam?
When we wrote about this article, a visa on arrival in Vietnam had stopped working. But you can get a tourist visa to travel to this country with an online e-visa by applying for it quickly and following our guides in this article.
How much does a Vietnam visa cost for an American?
An Evisa or an online visa costs 25 USD for a one-time entry to Vietnam for a US tourist. The cost of a business visa is different, depending on the duration of the work and the job type.
Can a US citizen get a visa in Vietnam for longer than 30 days?
A tourist from the United States can get a visa to visit Vietnam only within 30 days. For longer than 30 days, it applies for a business visa.
