Vietnam’s Full List of Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Visa-Free

• Vietnam currently grants visa-free entry to citizens of 38 countries and territories, with permitted stays varying by nationality
• Travellers can enter Vietnam without a visa for between 14 and 90 days, depending on which country their passport is issued by
• The visa exemption policy applies to entry by air, land, or sea through any official international checkpoint in Vietnam

Citizens of 38 countries and territories can enter Vietnam without a visa in 2026, under the country's current visa exemption policy, which allows stays of between 14 and 90 days depending on nationality.

The policy allows eligible travellers to bypass the visa application process entirely, presenting only a valid passport at the border to be granted entry for the permitted duration.

Entry is permitted through air, land, or sea routes, provided travellers pass through a recognised international checkpoint.

Vietnam discovery explained that eligibility is strictly determined by nationality.

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As of August 2026, up to 38 countries and territories qualify for visa-free access, a figure that has expanded gradually as Vietnam has sought to grow its tourism sector and strengthen bilateral ties with partner nations.

The number of visa-free days granted varies by nationality, with some passport holders permitted stays of as little as 14 days, while others can remain in the country for up to 90 days.

Travellers must hold a valid passport with at least six months of validity remaining beyond their intended date of entry.

Those who do not meet that requirement may be refused entry regardless of their nationality's exemption status.

What the Policy Does Not Cover

Visa exemption does not apply universally, and citizens of countries not on the approved list must obtain a visa before travelling.

People who wish to remain in Vietnam beyond the period granted under their exemption must apply for a visa or an extension through the appropriate channels before their permitted stay expires.

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The Vietnamese government reviews its visa exemption list periodically, meaning eligibility criteria and permitted durations are subject to change from year to year.

Travellers are advised to confirm their status ahead of any planned trip rather than relying on previously held information.

Full List of Vietnam Visa-Exempt Countries (as of 2026)

Below is the official list of 38 countries and territories whose citizens can enter Vietnam without a visa in 2026:

Source: YEN.com.gh