Asia
Vietnam passport and entry requirements
Passport must be valid for at least six months beyond arrival.
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Level 1· Exercise Normal PrecautionsVietnamState Dept. updated June 24, 2026
Exercise normal precaution in Vietnam . Vietnam is generally a safe destination for travelers. Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings. Landmines and unexploded ordnance exist in Vietnam. Areas of greatest risk are construction sites. Landmine risk is low in urban and populated areas, including tourist destinations. The locations of landmines
Passport you need
A visa is required; Vietnam issues an official e-Visa online for most travelers.
Official U.S. Department of State country informationVisa and travel authorizations
Vietnam e-Visa. Apply only through the official government website — lookalike sites charge a markup for the same authorization.
Before you book
- 1. Open your passport and read the expiration date. If it falls inside the validity window above, renew before you buy tickets.
- 2. Count your blank visa pages. Pages marked "amendments and endorsements" do not count as visa pages.
- 3. File any ETA, e-visa or arrival form on the official site, days before departure rather than at the airport.
- 4. Carry the passport book, not just the card, for any international flight.