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Switzerland to Vietnam visa requirements

Visa-free 45 days for Swiss tourists since 15 Mar 2025 (extended through 2028). Swiss passport holders can enter Vietnam visa-free for up to 45 days per stay for tourism, business, family visits, or transit. Switzerland was added to Vietnam's unilateral 45-day visa-free list on 15 March 2025 as part of an expanded scheme, which has been extended through 14 March 2028. Multiple entries are allowed, with a minimum 30-day gap between visa-free visits. Switzerland and Vietnam have strong historical ties — Switzerland was one of the first Western countries to establish relations with Vietnam in 1971. Most Swiss travellers connect from Zurich (ZRH) or Geneva (GVA) via Doha (Qatar Airways), Dubai (Emirates), Singapore (Singapore Airlines), or Bangkok (Thai Airways) to reach Hanoi (HAN) or Ho Chi Minh City (SGN). For longer stays apply for the Vietnam eVisa at evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn — USD 25 single-entry or USD 50 multi-entry for 90 days. Work, study, journalism, and stays over 45 days still require a regular Vietnamese visa from the Vietnamese embassy in Bern.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-27
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 2026-05-27
Visa type
Unilateral visa-free entry (no application)
Maximum stay
Up to 45 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Multiple visits, 30-day gap between
from issue date
Visa fee
Free
consular fee only
Processing time
None - entry on arrival
standard track
Validity
Extended through 14 March 2028
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Swiss passport valid 6+ months beyond intended departure with at least 2 blank pages.
· 6 months validity
/02
Book travel & accommodation
Confirmed flights and hotel/host details. Vietnam Immigration may ask at the border.
· flight + hotel proof
/03
Prepare return/onward ticket
Confirmed return or onward ticket within 45 days is required.
· return ticket
/04
Arrive in Vietnam
Present passport at immigration at HAN Hanoi, SGN Ho Chi Minh City, or DAD Da Nang. Free entry stamp issued.
· no application needed
/05
Complete arrival declaration
Health declaration form on arrival if required by current rules.
· arrival declaration
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

9 items
Personalized checklist
Switzerland -> Vietnam · Unilateral visa-free entry (no application)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredSwiss passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid 6+ months beyond departure, 2 blank pages
RequiredReturn/onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Confirmed flight within 45 days
RequiredHotel booking or host contact
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Accommodation for first night minimum
RequiredSufficient funds
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Approximately USD 50/day or equivalent
RecommendedTravel insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Highly recommended (Vietnamese medical costs)
Conditional30-day gap from last VN visit
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
If using visa-free repeatedly
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
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 Embassy in BernVietnam eVisa PortalVietnam Immigration Department
Application link included: Vietnam eVisa Portal
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entryFreeUnilateral Vietnamese visa-free; no application, no fee
Vietnam eVisa (90-day single entry)USD 25Only needed for stays over 45 days
Vietnam eVisa (90-day multi-entry)USD 50For frequent travellers needing each stay over 45 days
Embassy visa (3 months multi-entry)CHF 100For longer stays or work/study
Overstay penaltyVND 500,000+/dayPlus possible detention and re-entry ban
Total estimateFree — Freeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival
None
Enter directly; immigration check on arrival.
Vietnam eVisa
3 business days
Via evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn if needing >45 days.
Embassy visa
5-7 business days
Via Vietnamese embassy Bern if needing >45 days.
Visa on arrival
Pre-approval required
Less common; requires Vietnamese sponsor letter.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Stay exceeded 45 days
Visa-free is strict 45 days per entry. Exceed and you face penalties.
Low
/02
Missing 30-day gap
Visa-free re-entry requires a 30-day gap from previous visa-free visit.
Medium
/03
Wrong purpose declared
Working or journalism on visa-free is not allowed - declare correctly.
Low
/04
Insufficient onward proof
No return ticket can lead to denied entry.
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
2026-05-27
Switzerland to Vietnam route verified
Confirmed visa-free 45 days remains in force through March 2028.
2025-03-15 · major
Switzerland added to Vietnam visa-free list
Switzerland (with Poland and Czech Republic) added to Vietnam's 45-day visa-free programme.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Swiss citizens need a visa for Vietnam?—
No — visa-free 45 days for tourism, business, family visits, or transit since 15 March 2025, extended through 14 March 2028.
Can I stay over 45 days?+
Can I re-enter Vietnam visa-free?+
Can I work on visa-free entry?+
Do I need a return ticket?+
Are direct flights from Switzerland available?+
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