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Can I Travel To Vietnam? May 2025 Update

Vietnam is fully open to foreign tourists. You do not need to show proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test. There is also visa-free entry to Vietnam for many countries too.

Halong Bay
Halong Bay © princeroy

As of May 15 2022, Vietnam suspended all Covid-19 requirements for foreign tourists to enter the country.

  • You do not need to show proof of Covid vaccination.
  • You do not need to show a negative PCR test on entry to Vietnam at Immigration.
  • There is no PCR test required, no quarantine and, for many countries, no visa required either.

So entry to Vietnam is now the same as it was before the pandemic.

Do be aware your chosen airline may require proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test. Check with the airline before booking.

Vietnam Holiday Essentials

  • Where To Stay In Vietnam: See our guides for the best areas and the best hotels to stay in capital city Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
  • Things To Do In Vietnam: Book online from huge lists of activities in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Nha Trang, and more.
  • Flights To Vietnam: Find the cheapest tickets and check times to Ho Chi Minh City or the capital Hanoi from dozens of airlines.
  • Vietnam Airport Transfers: Book a convenient airport transfer for hassle-free arrival at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi.
  • Vietnam Itineraries: Make the most of your trip with our 1-week and 2-week Vietnam itineraries, and our extensive guides for how to spend 2 weeks in Thailand and Vietnam and 2 weeks in Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam.
  • Vietnam Packing List: Don’t forget any of the essentials with our comprehensive Packing List For Vietnam.

Do I Need A Visa To Enter Vietnam

For many nationalities, you can enter Vietnam without needing a visa either. You simply show up at Immigration and get a stamp to be allowed in the country for the number of days shown below:

15 days in Vietnam with no visa required:

Belarus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Norway, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, and the UK.

21 days in Vietnam with no visa required:

Philippines

30 Days in Vietnam with no visa required:

Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand

If you are not from one of these countries, apply for the Vietnam e-Visa online at the official Vietnam government site.

If you are from one of those countries but want to stay longer than your non-visa allowed time, you’ll need to apply for an e-Visa too. 30 days seems to be the maximum time that’s currently allowed for tourists to stay in Vietnam, with longer tourist visas not currently available. This will probably change in 2024.

Travel Insurance For Vietnam

Before May 2022 there was a requirement for Vietnam entry that you have travel insurance which covers Covid-19 treatment for at least $10,000 USD. This does not appear to be something Immigration officials now ask to see on arrival in Vietnam. World Nomads offers simple and flexible travel insurance. Buy at home or while traveling and claim online from anywhere in the world.

Vietnam Itineraries And Trip Planning

Vietnam Itineraries

  • 1 Week Vietnam Itinerary - in seven days, you’ll be able to see Vietnam’s highlights, making your way from Ho Chi Minh City in the south to Ha Long Bay in the far north.
  • 2 Weeks Vietnam Itinerary - from the busy streets of Saigon to the beauty of Hoi An and Halong Bay, spending two weeks in Vietnam gives you the chance to see most of the country’s top destinations without having to rush from one location to the next.
  • 2 Weeks In Thailand And Vietnam Itinerary - our Two Weeks in Thailand and Vietnam itinerary lets you see the best of two of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic and rewarding destinations, all in just 14 days.
  • 3 Weeks In Thailand, Cambodia And Vietnam Itinerary - our three weeks in Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam itinerary lets you experience three of Southeast Asia’s most exciting, rewarding and unique countries from multiple perspectives.

Vietnam Travel Tips

  • How Much Money Do I Need In Vietnam? - use our guide to help you figure out how much your Vietnam trip will cost depending on where you want to go, what kind of accommodation you want to stay in and what activities you want to do.
  • Packing List For Vietnam - don't forget a thing with our comprehensive list of what to pack for Vietnam.
  • Halong Bay, Vietnam - A Quick Guide - there are hundreds of boats that want to take you on a tour of Halong Bay. Here's what to expect from a typical 2 day / 1 Night cruise.
  • Where To Stay In Ho Chi Minh City - whatever your budget, here are some handpicked suggestions of where to stay in HCMC, broken down by price and location.
  • Where To Stay In Hanoi - Vietnam's capital city has a stack of accommodation at all price brackets. Our Hanoi accommodation guide helps you find some of the best value for your money.
  • Vietnam Travel Guide - see all Travelhappy's articles about travelling in Vietnam, including city guides, Vietnam itineraries and money-saving tips.

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Start Planning Your Vietnam Trip Now!

:: Find available Vietnam hotels on Booking.com and Agoda.com – usually you can reserve a room with no upfront payment. Pay when you check out. Free cancellations too.

:: Browse a huge list of Things To Do In Ho Chi Minh City - there are loads of activities and tours you can quickly book online or simply use as inspiration for your trip.

:: Find the cheapest flights to Vietnam with Skyscanner - one search will show you the prices and times from scores of airlines for your trip. A real timesaver.

:: Book an airport transfer to take you hassle-free direct from the airport to your hotel with the driver meeting you in Arrivals.

:: You can buy a Vietnam SIM card online to pick up on arrival at the airport in Vietnam - make sure you're connected as soon as you arrive. Or, get a Pocket Wifi router delivered to your hotel - you can connect up to 6 devices.

:: Make sure you don't forget to bring any of the essentials with our comprehensive Packing List For Vietnam

:: World Nomads offers simple and flexible travel insurance. Buy at home or while traveling and claim online from anywhere in the world.

:: Book bus, train and ferry tickets in Vietnam with 12Go - easy to use website that lets you check timetables and buy tickets online.

:: Need inspiration? Check our Vietnam Itineraries for ideas of where to go and what to do.

:: Explore our Vietnam Travel Guide for more Vietnam must-see destinations.


Vietnam Map: Plan Your Trip

Vietnam mapClick For Vietnam Highlights

Vietnam Itineraries

  • Vietnam Itinerary: 7 Days (1 Week)
  • Vietnam Itinerary: 14 Days (2 Weeks)
  • 2 Weeks In Thailand And Vietnam Itinerary
  • 3 Weeks In Thailand, Cambodia And Vietnam Itinerary 2025

Vietnam Tips

  • Can I Travel To Vietnam? May 2025 Update
  • How Much Money Do I Need For Vietnam
  • Do I Need Travel Insurance For Vietnam?
  • Packing List For Vietnam 2025
  • Where To Stay In Hanoi
  • Where To Stay In Ho Chi Minh City
  • How To Get A Vietnam Visa In Bangkok
  • Saigon Quick Guide
  • Hanoi Quick Guide
  • Halong Bay, Vietnam: A Quick Guide
  • Sapa Quick Guide
  • Hue Quick Guide
  • Hoi An Quick Guide
  • Da Nang Quick Guide
  • Vietnam: 10 Not So Obvious Places To Visit
  • Vietnam On A Motorbike Part 1: Why You Should Go Biking
  • How Are American Tourists Treated In Vietnam?
  • How To Bargain In Vietnam
  • Don’t Miss: Hanoi, Vietnam
  • Hoi An, Vietnam: Tailor Made Travel Plans
  • Nha Trang, Vietnam: Sun, Sand And Scuba Diving
  • Mui Ne Beaches
  • Mui Ne Dunes
  • Can Tho: Travelling The Mekong Delta
  • Ben Tre – An Oasis For Vietnam Travellers
  • Phan Rang-Thap Cham
  • Phu Quoc Island – Vietnam’s Isle Of Empty Beaches
  • The Old Propaganda Poster Shop, Hanoi

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