Vietnam e-Visa 2026: how to apply? Fees, validity and 5 steps
Since August 2023, Vietnam's e-Visa has been fully open to travelers from Taiwan. It's valid for up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry, and the whole process is online: no more mailing your passport or visiting a visa office. This post explains the latest 2026 fees, validity and five-step process, plus "what to do if you're running out of time."
- Official fee: single entry US$25 / multiple entry US$50 (paid online by card, non-refundable)
- Validity: 1 or 3 months, counted from the entry date, up to 90 days
- Processing time: about 5–7 business days; apply at least 2 weeks in advance
- Official website: evisa.gov.vn (Vietnam Immigration Department)
- What you need: a scan of your passport data page, a headshot different from your passport photo, and an e-ticket or entry date
- Short on time: iTour offers urgent e-Visa and visa expediting, as fast as 4 hours before departure
※ Vietnamese government fees and rules may change; the announcements on evisa.gov.vn prevail.
How much does a Vietnam e-Visa cost? (2026)
The official e-Visa fee set by the Vietnam Immigration Department is US$25 for single entry and US$50 for multiple entry, paid online by card on evisa.gov.vn and non-refundable once submitted. This is the "Vietnamese government fee," paid by the traveler.
If you use a travel agency or platform, the price combines the "government fee + service fee" into one all-inclusive price. As a market reference: standard processing (single entry, 30 days, 5–7 business days) costs from about NT$1,400 through an agency; urgent (as fast as 4 hours) from about NT$2,500. iTour's Vietnam e-Visa service starts from NT$1,290 (the Vietnamese government fee is already included, with no extra charges), and our super urgent service can deliver in as little as 4 hours.
How to choose validity and number of entries
- Single entry (US$25): enter Vietnam only once. Good for a simple holiday where you don't leave and come back.
- Multiple entry (US$50): enter and leave Vietnam multiple times within 90 days. Good for trips where you leave and return (for example, Phu Quoc first, then Cambodia or Thailand, then back to Vietnam).
The validity (1 month / 3 months) counts "from the entry date you fill in," and you must leave by the time it expires. It is not "30 / 90 days of travel counted from when you actually arrive."
Five steps to apply
- Go to the official website evisa.gov.vn, choose "For Foreigners" and fill in the form: personal details, purpose of entry, dates of visit.
- Upload documents: a scan of your passport data page and a headshot. Check clarity and specs first to avoid rejection.
- Pay online by card: single US$25 / multiple US$50. Keep the receipt.
- Wait for review: about 5–7 business days; you can check progress online with your registration code.
- Print the visa: once issued, print the e-Visa, carry it with you and show it to immigration officers on arrival.
Common reasons for rejection
iTour handles Vietnam visas every day, and most rejections come down to these: a photo background that isn't white enough, wrong face proportions, glare making the passport page unreadable, an English name spelled differently from the passport, or the wrong travel dates. They look minor, but the system will reject the application outright.
The first thing to do once it's issued: check your identity details, name spelling, entry date and passport number. If you don't fix mistakes in advance and only find them in Vietnam, you may be refused entry or have to pay more to correct them.
What if you're running out of time?
The e-Visa has its own processing time. If you're suddenly sent on a business trip, or you submitted days ago and still have no result, iTour offers urgent e-Visa and visa expediting: we speed things up through our channels and keep you updated the whole way, as fast as 4 hours before departure. The 4-hour urgent service runs in two batches: submit before 09:00 (GMT+8) and expect the result around 13:00 (GMT+8); submit before 15:00 (GMT+8) and expect the result around 19:00 (GMT+8).
Vietnam e-Visa: FAQ
Can holders of non-Taiwan passports (Hong Kong, US, China, etc.) apply?
Yes. Most nationalities can currently apply for a Vietnam e-Visa, except a few restricted nationalities (per the official list); British National (Overseas) (BNO) passports cannot apply for an e-Visa.
Can I apply for an e-Visa while I'm in Vietnam?
No. You must leave the country before applying.
Do I need to buy my flight first?
No. A screenshot of your flight reservation showing your entry and exit dates is enough to apply.
Is Phu Quoc visa-free?
If you fly directly to Phu Quoc and stay only on Phu Quoc, Taiwan passport holders can visit visa-free for up to 30 days. But if your itinerary includes any other city in Vietnam (Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City, etc.), you need an e-Visa, with the entry date set to your first day in Vietnam. See Employee trips to Phu Quoc.
What's the difference between applying yourself and using an agency?
Applying yourself on evisa.gov.vn is cheapest, but you fill in the form, track progress and carry the time risk of rejection and resubmission yourself. An agency adds a service fee; in return, someone checks your application, tracks progress and handles urgent cases.
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Further reading: Can you go to mainland China without a Taiwan Compatriot Permit? ・ Philippines visa 2026 (14 days visa-free for Taiwanese)
This post is adapted from an iTour Pixnet article and updated with the latest 2026 information.