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

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.

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.

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

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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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