Which Countries Are Eligible for the 45-Day Visa Exemption to Enter Vietnam?

Visa exemption allows foreign citizens to enter and stay within a country's territory for a specific period without performing standard visa procedures or paying fees. So, which countries' citizens are currently eligible for a 45-day visa-free stay in Vietnam? This article will help answer that question. What is a 45-day visa exemption?

The list of countries entitled to a 45-day visa exemption upon entering Vietnam remains a common inquiry for many travelers today.

1. Updated List of Countries with 45-Day Visa Exemption in Vietnam.

Pursuant to Resolution No. 44/NQ-CP, which takes effect from March 7, 2025, Vietnam officially grants visa exemption for a period of 45 days from the date of entry, regardless of passport type or purpose of entry, to citizens of 13 countries: South Korea, Japan, Russia, Sweden, Finland, Norway, Denmark, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Spain, and Italy.

No.	Country	Visa-Free Duration (Days)	Note	Expiration Date
1	Japan	45	Unilateral	March 14, 2028
2	South Korea	45	Unilateral	March 14, 2028
3	Russia	45	Unilateral	March 14, 2028
4	Denmark	45	Unilateral	March 14, 2028
5	United Kingdom	45	Unilateral	March 14, 2028
6	Norway	45	Unilateral	March 14, 2028
7	Finland	45	Unilateral	March 14, 2028
8	Sweden	45	Unilateral	March 14, 2028
9	France	45	Unilateral	March 14, 2028
10	Italy	45	Unilateral	March 14, 2028
11	Germany	45	Unilateral	March 14, 2028
12	Spain	45	Unilateral	March 14, 2028

Compared to Resolution 32/NQ-CP (issued March 15, 2022), the entry and temporary residence duration for citizens of the above countries has been increased from 15 days to 45 days.

Under Resolution No. 229/NQ-CP, the Government of Vietnam implements visa exemption under the tourism development stimulus program for citizens of 12 countries, including Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Switzerland. The permitted temporary stay is up to 45 days from the date of entry, applicable for tourism purposes, regardless of passport type, provided that all entry conditions in accordance with Vietnamese law are fully met.

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2. Conditions for 45-Day Visa-Free Entry for Foreigners.

To enter and stay for 45 days under the visa exemption policy, travelers must meet the following conditions:

Hold a valid passport issued by the competent authority of their home country.
The passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Vietnam.
Possess a round-trip ticket or a ticket for onward travel to another country.
Must not fall under the categories of persons banned or restricted from entry as prescribed by Vietnamese law.

3. Benefits of Extending the Visa Exemption to 45 Days.

Currently, travelers from distant markets like Europe often prefer long holidays of 15 days or more, choosing cross-country or multi-country vacation tours. Therefore, extending the exemption to 45 days helps:

Enhance competitiveness in tourism compared to other countries in the region.
Attract international tourists for long-term vacations and retreats in Vietnam.
Provide flexibility for visitors to manage their own time and sightseeing itineraries.

In parallel, to meet the maximum travel needs of passengers, airlines are also continuously expanding both domestic and international flight routes.

By extending the visa-free period to 45 days instead of the previous 15, Vietnam has attracted a large number of international visitors, fueling rapid tourism growth. We hope this information clarifies the list of countries and the conditions for a 45-day visa-free stay in Vietnam.

45-day visa exemption for foreigners Extending the visa exemption period from 15 days to 45 days has created favorable conditions for international tourists to explore Vietnam.

Thanks to the extension of the 45-day visa exemption, Vietnam has attracted a significant number of international tourists, contributing to the rapid development of the nation's tourism sector. We hope the information above clarifies the list of eligible countries and the conditions for your next visit.

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