How long can Indians stay in Vietnam as a visitor?

Up to 90 days under the Vietnam E-visa (up to 90 days). Paid work is not allowed on a visitor stay.

Can Indians work in Vietnam on a visitor stay?

No. Visitor entry covers tourism, family visits, business meetings and conferences only. To take a job, study or settle, Indians need one of the longer-stay routes compared in our Vietnam visa guide for Indians.

🇻🇳 Vietnam tourist visa for Indians 2026

Tourism, visiting family and friends, conferences and business trips. Facts verified against Vietnam's official pages; see the source at the end.

Yes. Indians need a visa before a short visit to Vietnam. Indian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam and the standard route is the e-visa, applied for online at the Vietnam Immigration Department portal evisa.gov.vn without visiting an embassy.

Quick facts

Visa: Vietnam E-visa (up to 90 days)
Maximum stay: up to 90 days
Government fee: about $25
Processing time: Up to a week
Paid work: Not allowed
Business or conference: Covered

Where Indians apply

Indian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam and the standard route is the e-visa, applied for online at the Vietnam Immigration Department portal evisa.gov.vn without visiting an embassy.

Fee and processing time

It is issued for tourism, visiting family and friends, business meetings and conferences for a stay of up to 90 days, as a single-entry visa for USD 25 or a multiple-entry visa for USD 50 under the fee schedule in force since 1 April 2026; the fee is paid by card online and is not refunded if refused. The portal states a processing time of three working days, though Vietnamese public holidays and peak season can stretch it, so apply at least a week before departure.

That is about $25 in US dollars at the time of verification; the official fee is set in local currency.

Travelling for business or a conference?

Business and conference trips use the same e-visa; carry the host or organiser invitation.

Documents and steps

Check your passport has 6 months validity from arrivalPassport valid at least 6 months on arrival; the e-visa is tied to the passport number.
Prepare a passport scan and a portrait photo for uploadClear passport biodata scan plus a recent white-background portrait photo, both JPEG.
Fix your dates, entry checkpoint and accommodationEntry must be on or after the start date and through the checkpoint named in the application.
If travelling for business or a conference: keep the invitation letterBusiness and conference trips use the same e-visa; carry the host or organiser invitation.
Apply at evisa.gov.vn and pay USD 25 (single) or USD 50 (multiple)Government fee is USD 25 single entry or USD 50 multiple entry, paid online, non-refundable.
Wait 3 working days, then download and print the e-visaProcessing is 3 working days; print the PDF and check it matches your passport.
Carry return ticket and proof of funds for arrivalCarry a return ticket, a recent bank statement and your first accommodation confirmation.
At immigration, check the stamped exit date and entry typeEnter at the named checkpoint; single-entry visas end when you exit Vietnam.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Indians need a visa for Vietnam?: Yes. Indians need a visa before a short visit to Vietnam. Indian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam and the standard route is the e-visa, applied for online at the Vietnam Immigration Department portal evisa.gov.vn without visiting an embassy.
How long can Indians stay in Vietnam as a visitor?: Up to 90 days under the Vietnam E-visa (up to 90 days). Paid work is not allowed on a visitor stay.
How much does the Vietnam Vietnam E-visa (up to 90 days) cost for Indians?: It is issued for tourism, visiting family and friends, business meetings and conferences for a stay of up to 90 days, as a single-entry visa for USD 25 or a multiple-entry visa for USD 50 under the fee schedule in force since 1 April 2026; the fee is paid by card online and is not refunded if refused.
How long does the Vietnam Vietnam E-visa (up to 90 days) take for Indians?: The portal states a processing time of three working days, though Vietnamese public holidays and peak season can stretch it, so apply at least a week before departure.
Can Indians attend a conference or business meeting in Vietnam on this visa?: Business and conference trips use the same e-visa; carry the host or organiser invitation.
Can Indians work in Vietnam on a visitor stay?: No. Visitor entry covers tourism, family visits, business meetings and conferences only. To take a job, study or settle, Indians need one of the longer-stay routes compared in our Vietnam visa guide for Indians.

Thinking of staying longer?

A visitor stay never allows paid work. Indians who want to work, study or settle in Vietnam have 2 main routes, compared in the Vietnam visa guide for Indians.

Vietnam for Indians, in depth

Visiting other countries as Indians

Always confirm entry rules with the official government source. Fees and stay limits change; this guide is general information, not legal advice.