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France to Vietnam visa requirements

French ordinary passport holders can visit Vietnam visa-free for up to 45 days. For longer stays, use Vietnam's e-visa, valid up to 90 days. French ordinary passport holders are visa-exempt for Vietnam for stays not exceeding 45 days, counting both the entry and exit days, provided they meet Vietnam's entry conditions. France Diplomatie says the passport must be valid for at least six months on entry and that any stay longer than 45 days requires a visa. Vietnam's Resolution 44/NQ-CP keeps the 45-day unilateral visa exemption for France and 11 other countries in force from 15 March 2025 through 14 March 2028, regardless of passport type or purpose of entry. Vietnam also issues e-visas to citizens of all countries and territories, valid up to 90 days for single or multiple entry; the Immigration Department instruction page lists USD 25 for a single-entry e-visa and USD 50 for a multiple-entry e-visa, with processing in 3 working days. France Diplomatie also notes a current online pre-arrival registration for foreign arrivals at Ho Chi Minh City's Tan Son Nhat airport from abroad, active since 15 April 2026 and completed during the 72 hours before arrival. Visa-free stays and e-visas are not extendable or renewable in Vietnam, so travellers should leave before the permitted stay expires or arrange the correct visa before travel.
VISA-FREETOURISMPER ELIGIBLE ENTRY; USE AN E-VISA FOR PLANNED LONGER OR MULTI-ENTRY TRIPSLast verified 2026-06-21
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 2026-06-21
Visa type
Unilateral visa exemption
Maximum stay
Up to 45 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Per eligible entry; use an e-visa for planned longer or multi-entry trips
from issue date
Visa fee
Free
consular fee only
Processing time
None for visa-free entry
standard track
Validity
Resolution 44/NQ-CP in force 15 Mar 2025 to 14 Mar 2028
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
French passport must be valid for at least 6 months on the date of entry into Vietnam. Keep a blank page available for stamps.
· 6 months validity
/02
Choose visa-free or e-visa
Use visa-free entry only for stays of 45 days or less. For a stay over 45 days, apply for Vietnam's e-visa before travel.
· 45 days visa-free· 90 days e-visa
/03
Prepare travel evidence
Carry accommodation details and proof of onward or return travel within the permitted stay in case the airline or immigration officer requests them.
· onward travel· accommodation
/04
Complete Tan Son Nhat pre-arrival registration if applicable
If arriving from abroad at Ho Chi Minh City / Tan Son Nhat airport, complete the online pre-arrival registration during the 72 hours before arrival and keep the QR code.
· Tan Son Nhat· 72 hours
/05
Arrive in Vietnam
Present your passport at immigration. For visa-free trips, no advance application or fee is required.
· no visa application
/06
Track the exit date
Count both entry and exit days. Visa-free stays and e-visas are not extendable or renewable in Vietnam, so leave before expiry or obtain the correct visa in advance.
· no in-country extension
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredFrench passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid at least 6 months on entry
RecommendedBlank passport page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Recommended for entry/exit stamps
RequiredReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Within the 45-day visa-free stay, or within e-visa validity
RequiredAccommodation details
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Hotel booking or host address
RecommendedSufficient funds
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Recommended evidence if asked by airline or immigration
RecommendedTravel insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended for medical and evacuation costs
ConditionalTan Son Nhat pre-arrival QR
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Required if entering at Ho Chi Minh City / Tan Son Nhat from abroad under current alert
ConditionalPrinted or saved e-visa
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Only for stays over 45 days or if choosing e-visa entry
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 sourcesFrance Diplomatie - Vietnam entry/stay advice, updated 2026-06-09, accessed 2026-06-21France Diplomatie - Vietnam latest alerts, Tan Son Nhat pre-arrival registration posted 2026-04-21, accessed 2026-06-21Vietnam National Authority of Tourism - Resolution 44/NQ-CP visa waiver for 12 countries, accessed 2026-06-21
Application link included: Vietnam National Authority of Tourism - Resolution 44/NQ-CP visa waiver for 12 countries, accessed 2026-06-21
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entryFreeNo application or fee for eligible French passport holders staying up to 45 days
Vietnam e-visa (single entry)USD 25For stays over 45 days, valid up to 90 days
Vietnam e-visa (multiple entry)USD 50For multiple entries within e-visa validity, valid up to 90 days
Long-stay, work, study, or residence visaVariesUse the appropriate Vietnamese visa or permit route before travel
Overstay consequencesVariesFrance Diplomatie warns overstays expose travellers to sanctions and regularisation before exit
Total estimateFree — Freeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry
On arrival
No advance application for eligible stays of 45 days or less.
Vietnam e-visa
3 working days
Official Immigration Department instructions list 3 working days after fee payment.
Tan Son Nhat pre-arrival registration
Within 72 hours before arrival
Currently required for foreign arrivals at Ho Chi Minh City / Tan Son Nhat from abroad.
Other Vietnamese visa or permit
Varies
Use for longer stays, residence, work, study, or other non-visitor arrangements.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Passport validity under 6 months
France Diplomatie states the passport must be valid for at least 6 months on entry to benefit from the visa exemption.
Medium
/02
Stay longer than 45 days without a visa
Visa-free entry is capped at 45 days. Longer stays require an e-visa or another Vietnamese visa before travel.
Medium
/03
E-visa details do not match passport
For e-visa users, missing or incorrect information can cause the application or entry to fail. Check names, passport number, dates, and entry details carefully.
Medium
/04
Missing travel evidence
Airlines or immigration officers may ask for onward or return travel and accommodation details.
Low
/05
Tan Son Nhat pre-arrival registration not completed
For Ho Chi Minh City / Tan Son Nhat arrivals from abroad, missing the current QR registration can slow border processing.
Low
/06
Overstay
Visa-free stays and e-visas are not extendable or renewable in Vietnam; overstays can lead to sanctions and exit regularisation.
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
2026-06-21
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-21
Reviewed by Codex
Codex checked France Diplomatie, Vietnam Resolution 44/NQ-CP coverage, Vietnam Tourism e-visa guidance, and Vietnam Immigration Department e-visa instructions; confirmed 45-day visa-free entry for French passport holders through 14 March 2028, 90-day e-visas, USD 25/50 e-visa fees, Tan Son Nhat pre-arrival registration, and removed unsupported fixed re-entry interval wording.
2026-05-27
France to Vietnam route verified
Confirmed visa-free 45 days remains in force through March 2028.
2025-03-15 · major
Vietnam visa-free extended 3 more years
Resolution 44/NQ-CP keeps the 45-day waiver for France and 11 other countries in force through 14 March 2028.
2023-08-15 · major
Vietnam expanded e-visas and 45-day waiver
Vietnam moved unilateral visa-free stays for France and other eligible countries to 45 days and expanded e-visas to all countries and territories for up to 90 days.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do French citizens need a visa for Vietnam?—
No for visits of 45 days or less. French ordinary passport holders can use Vietnam's unilateral visa exemption if the passport is valid at least 6 months on entry and other entry conditions are met.
How long can I stay without a visa?+
What if I want to stay more than 45 days?+
How much is the Vietnam e-visa?+
Can I extend visa-free entry or an e-visa in Vietnam?+
Is there a fixed waiting period before re-entering visa-free?+
Do I need a pre-arrival QR code?+
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