Vietnam Visa 2025: Everything You Need to Know
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Let’s make life easy for ourselves and understand in advance everything you need for a visa to Vietnam in 2025.
To enter the country, you will need to arrange a visa in advance. The good news is that Israelis are eligible to obtain an electronic visa (eVisa) quickly and easily online, for three months! So how do you get one and what should you know?
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General information about Vietnam Visa 2025
There are two types of visas, electronic and regular. An electronic visa is a digital visa that allows direct entry into Vietnam. In contrast, a regular visa is issued by an agent, and is presented at the airport + a $25 stamp fee is paid at the airport.
How do you get a visa to Vietnam?
You can apply for an e-visa to Vietnam through the official website of the Vietnamese government . Please note that there are strict requirements for your photo, address and details. So give yourself plenty of time in advance because it happens quite often that they return the application for correction.
If you have trouble with your visa or you want to make life easier for yourself, you can easily obtain a visa through an agent.
Countries that do not require a visa to Vietnam
If you have a foreign passport, below is a list of countries with which you can enter Vietnam for 45 days directly (but note that it is advisable to have an exit card):
Belarus, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Denmark, Finland, Italy, Norway, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Japan.
Important tips for obtaining a visa to Vietnam
- It is recommended and advisable to apply for a visa at least two weeks before the date of travel.
- Make sure your photo meets the requirements (size, background, facial expression, etc.).
- Keep a copy of the visa on your phone and in your email.
- Present your Vietnam visa along with your passport when entering Vietnam.
- If you do not have an exit ticket from Vietnam, it is important to purchase a fictitious flight ticket in advance.
Vietnam Visa Requirements 2025
- A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Vietnam.
- Digital passport photo (selfie accepted).
- A return flight ticket or a connecting ticket to another destination.
- Digital payment methods (such as credit card).
To order a fictitious card now: ￬
Electronic or regular visa?
In general, an electronic visa is always preferable. This is because with an electronic visa, there is no need to pay a stamp fee at the airport ($25), and fill out the form at the airport. However, if you need to get an urgent visa, a regular visa will be faster and safer.
All the reasons to visit Vietnam in 2025
Do you like hiking in the mountains? Sailing between islands? Relaxing on the beaches? Eating delicious food? Getting to know new cultures and local people? You can do all these wonderful things in Vietnam. What’s more, fortunately, you can easily get a visa to Vietnam for three months, so you can do it all. North, center and south. Not convinced? Here are some photos from selected destinations across the country.