Most foreign nationals (including visitors from China, the EU, the UK and the US) need a visa for Vietnam and are eligible for the official 90-day e-visa — single entry USD 25 or multiple entry USD 50, usually processed in about 3 working days via evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn. Citizens of 13 countries (Japan, South Korea, Russia, Belarus, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the UK, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland) currently enjoy visa-free stays of up to 45 days, and ASEAN nationals up to 30 days. Apply at least 3–4 weeks ahead and carry a printed e-visa plus onward/return tickets for immigration.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Apply only via the official government portal (evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn); third-party sites charge extra. Enter through any designated international border gate, including Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Recommended for buyers and exhibitors doing factory visits or multi-country Asia trips around the December show.
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