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Vietnam Visa-Free Entry for British Citizens

British citizens can enter Vietnam without a visa for up to 45 days. British National (Overseas) passports are not covered.

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Vietnam Visa for British citizens

Visa-free for trips of up to 45 days. Longer stays need an e-visa.

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British citizens can visit Vietnam visa-free for up to 45 days, for any purpose of visit.

Visa-free stay

45 days

Counted from the day you enter.

Entry fee

Free

No visa application is needed.

E-visa option

$25, up to 90 days

Multiple entry costs $50. Apply on evisa.gov.vn.

Purpose

Any visit purpose

Any passport type, if you meet the entry rules.

Passport

6 months validity

Check the expiry date before you travel.

Scheme ends

14 March 2028

Vietnam may extend it after a review.

Address registration

Declared by your host

Hotels report your stay to the local police.

Other conditions

No entry ban

You must meet all Vietnamese entry rules.

Check Your Vietnam Entry Rules

Check your passport validity and the 45-day limit before you fly to Vietnam.

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Last checked in October 2026. Sources: Visa exemption for citizens of 12 countries, Resolution 44/NQ-CP (Government news portal), Viet Nam's visa exemption list (Ministry of Foreign Affairs), Vietnam National E-Visa portal

Vietnam Visa documents for British citizens

British Citizen Passport

The exemption covers British citizens on any passport type. British National (Overseas) passports are not covered.

6 Months Passport Validity

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date you enter Vietnam.

Stay of Up to 45 Days

Counted from the date of entry. Stays longer than 45 days require a visa, for example an e-visa of up to 90 days.

No Entry Ban

You must not be subject to an entry ban under Vietnam's law on the entry and residence of foreigners.

Residence Declaration

Your temporary residence in Vietnam is declared through your hotel or other accommodation provider.

Vietnam Visa application steps for British citizens

Your journey to the Vietnam in 4 easy steps.

Check Your Passport

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry. British National (Overseas) passports do not qualify.

Plan Up to 45 Days

The stay limit is 45 days from the date of entry. For a longer stay, get a visa first, for example an e-visa of up to 90 days.

Note Where You Stay

Know where you will stay. Your hotel or other accommodation provider declares your temporary residence in Vietnam.

Show Your Passport

There is no application. Present your passport at immigration when you arrive in Vietnam.

Vietnam Visa cost for British citizens

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Which Vietnam Visa do you need?

Visa exemption, 45 days

No visa or fee for stays of up to 45 days, counted from the day you enter, for any purpose of visit. The rule runs until 14 March 2028.

E-visa, single entry

Costs $25 on evisa.gov.vn. It is valid for up to 90 days for one entry and is usually decided within 3 working days.

E-visa, multiple entry

Costs $50 and is valid for up to 90 days. You can leave and re-enter through listed gates while it is valid.

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Vietnam Visa FAQ for British passport holders

Do British citizens need a visa for Vietnam?

No, not for stays of up to 45 days. Under Government Resolution 44/NQ-CP, British citizens can enter Vietnam without a visa and stay up to 45 days from the date of entry, on any passport type and for any purpose of entry. You present your passport at the border; there is nothing to apply for in advance. Holders of British National (Overseas) passports are not covered and need a visa, for example an e-visa.

Is there a cost or waiting time for visa-free entry?

No. Visa-free entry costs nothing and has no application to process, so there is nothing to wait for before you travel. You only need an e-visa if your plans go beyond the exemption, for example a stay longer than 45 days. The e-visa is applied for online at evisa.gov.vn while you are outside Vietnam and is usually processed within 3 working days.

How long can British citizens stay in Vietnam without a visa?

Up to 45 days, counted from the date of entry. Vietnam has abolished the former rule that a new visa-free entry had to come at least 30 days after your last exit. For a stay longer than 45 days you need a visa, for example an e-visa valid for up to 90 days. Apply for it before you travel, because e-visa applications are only accepted from people who are outside Vietnam.

What do I need to enter Vietnam visa-free?

You need a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry; any passport type is accepted. You must not be subject to an entry ban under Vietnam's law on the entry, exit, transit and residence of foreigners. No visa or application form is required. During your stay, your temporary residence is declared through your hotel or other accommodation provider. Working in Vietnam requires a work permit or a confirmation of exemption from it.

How long will this visa exemption stay in force?

Resolution 44/NQ-CP applies from 15 March 2025 to 14 March 2028, and the government has said the policy will be considered for extension. It covers citizens of Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, Russia, Japan, South Korea, Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland. If your trip falls close to or after March 2028, check the current rules before you travel.

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