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United Arab Emirates to Vietnam visa requirements

UAE ordinary passport holders need a visa for Vietnam. The simplest option is Vietnam's online e-visa, valid up to 90 days, with single (USD 25) or multiple (USD 50) entry. United Arab Emirates ordinary passport holders are NOT on Vietnam's visa-exemption list, so they cannot enter Vietnam visa-free. Vietnam's electronic visa (e-visa) is open to citizens of all countries and territories, including the UAE, under the policy effective from 15 August 2023. Applicants apply online through the official government portal (evisa.gov.vn), upload a passport data-page image and a portrait photo, and pay the government fee by card. The e-visa is valid for up to 90 days and is issued as single-entry (USD 25) or multiple-entry (USD 50). Standard processing is normally several working days; apply at least 2-3 weeks before departure to allow for corrections or delays. E-visa holders must enter and exit through border gates approved by the Government of Viet Nam and listed by the official e-visa system. The official e-visa conditions require a valid passport; six months of validity and at least one blank page are prudent travel checks. The e-visa is the recommended route for tourism; embassy/guaranteed visa routes may be needed for purposes or cases not covered by e-visa.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-18
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-18
Visa type
e-Visa (electronic visa)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 25 (single) / USD 50 (multiple)
consular fee only
Processing time
Normally several working days; apply early
standard track
Validity
Up to 90 days from chosen entry date
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and passport validity
UAE citizens are eligible for the Vietnam e-visa. Ensure your ordinary passport is valid; six months of validity and at least one blank page are prudent checks before travel.
· Valid passport· 1+ blank page recommended
/02
Go to the official e-visa portal
Open evisa.gov.vn (the Vietnam Immigration Department system). Avoid third-party look-alike sites that charge mark-ups.
· evisa.gov.vn· Official government site only
/03
Complete the online application
Fill in your personal and passport details, choose single or multiple entry, select your intended entry and exit dates, complete any required port fields, and state the purpose as tourism.
· Tourism purpose· Approved border gates
/04
Upload documents and pay the fee
Upload a scan of your passport bio page and a 4x6 passport-style photo (white background, no glasses). Pay the government fee online by card.
· Passport scan· 4x6 photo· Card payment
/05
Wait for processing
Processing normally takes several working days. Track your application using the registration code you receive after submission and allow extra time for corrections or delays.
· Several working days· Keep registration code
/06
Download, print and travel
Once approved, download the e-visa PDF and print a copy to present on arrival at the Vietnamese border.
· Print the e-visa PDF· Present at immigration
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
United Arab Emirates -> Vietnam · e-Visa (electronic visa)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredValid UAE ordinary passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RecommendedSix months passport validity and at least one blank page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
recommended
RequiredScanned passport bio data page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredDigital 4x6 passport photo (white background, no glasses)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredValid email address for the registration code
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredInternational credit/debit card for the fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredIntended entry/exit dates and approved border gate details
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedPrinted copy of the approved e-visa PDF
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedProof of onward/return travel and accommodation
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedTravel/health insurance for the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesVietnam National Electronic Visa System (official portal)Vietnam Immigration Department e-visa portalEmbassy of Vietnam in the United States — New policy on electronic visa and visa exemption
Application link included: Vietnam National Electronic Visa System (official portal)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
E-visa government fee (single entry)USD 25Paid online to the Immigration Department; non-refundable if refused
E-visa government fee (multiple entry)USD 50For travelers needing to enter Vietnam more than once
Agency/service fee (optional)VariesAvoid unless needed; the official portal charges only the government fee
Total estimateUSD 25 — USD 50incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard e-visa (official portal)
Several working days
Apply directly at evisa.gov.vn for the government rate; allow extra time for corrections or delays.
Third-party assistance
Varies
Optional paid help is not the official government process and may add service fees.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
UAE not on the visa-exemption list
Vietnam exempts certain nationalities from visas, but the UAE is not among them, so a visa is required.
High
/02
E-visa open to all countries
Since 2023-2025, Vietnam extended e-visa eligibility to citizens of all countries and territories, including the UAE.
High
/03
Tourism / short visit
The e-visa covers tourism and general short visits of up to 90 days, matching typical trips.
High
/04
Multiple-entry travel
Travelers combining Vietnam with regional trips may choose the multiple-entry e-visa.
Medium
/05
Business meetings
Short business visits also qualify under the same e-visa.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Print or save your eVisa approval and make sure you enter through a port listed on your eVisa.
/02
Customs
Declare restricted goods and large cash amounts when required. Keep your passport and eVisa together during the trip.
/03
Connectivity
Prepaid SIMs and eSIMs are easy to find at Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, and major tourist areas.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-18
Updated Vietnam e-visa sources and port guidance
Replaced commercial sources with official e-visa, immigration and embassy sources; removed unsupported port-flexibility claim and softened passport blank-page guidance to official valid-passport conditions plus prudent checks.
2026-05-30
United Arab Emirates to Vietnam route verified
Confirmed via the official Vietnam e-visa portal and immigration sources that UAE ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt and must obtain a visa; the 90-day e-visa (single USD 25 / multiple USD 50) is available and the recommended route for tourism.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can UAE citizens enter Vietnam without a visa?—
No. The UAE is not on Vietnam's visa-exemption list, so an Emirati ordinary passport holder needs a visa. The online e-visa is the easiest option.
How long can I stay in Vietnam on an e-visa?+
How much does the Vietnam e-visa cost?+
How long does processing take?+
Which website is the official one?+
Do I need to print the e-visa?+
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