Traveling abroad is undoubtedly an undying passion for globetrotters. But do you know which countries you can visit if you don’t have a visa yet? If you’re still unsure, let’s take a look at the list of visa-exempt countries for Vietnamese citizens.

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What is a Visa?

A visa, also known as an entry visa, is an official document issued by the government of a country to a foreign national, allowing them to enter that country for a specific period.

What is Visa Exemption?

Visa exemption, or visa-free travel, means that a country permits citizens of another country to enter and stay for a certain period without needing to complete any procedures or pay additional fees related to immigration.

For Vietnamese citizens, countries that offer visa exemption mean that when Vietnamese citizens enter those countries, they do not need a visa, nor do they need to complete any immigration procedures or pay any related fees.

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List of Visa-Exempt Countries for Vietnamese Citizens

Visa exemption policies vary by country, so it’s important to research them in advance to avoid confusion when planning your international travels. The specifics of visa exemption for Vietnamese citizens differ from one nation to another, with each country having its own exemption rules and permitted stay durations. Below is the updated list of visa-exempt countries for Vietnam in 2023:

Country Name	Maximum Permitted Stay (days)	Other Conditions
Thai Land	30
Singapore	30	– Round-trip ticket or onward ticket to another country – Proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay – Fulfill all necessary conditions for onward travel (if holding an onward ticket to another country)
Laos	30	– For those needing to enter for more than 30 days: Apply for a visa in advance. – The temporary stay duration can be extended a maximum of 2 times, with each extension lasting 30 days.
Cambodia	30
Phillipines	21	– Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry. Round-trip ticket or onward ticket to another country.
Myanmar	14	Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry.
Indonesia	30	No extension of temporary stay permitted.
Brunei	14
Malaysia	30
Kyrgyzstan	No limit	No distinction of entry purpose
Panama	180	Entry for tourism purposes, with a tourist card.
Ecuador	90	For sightseeing purposes.
Saint Vincent and The Grenadines	No limit	– Valid passport. – Round-trip airline ticket. – Proof of financial capability for the trip.
Haiti	90
Turks and Caicos	30	– Round-trip airline ticket. Permitted to extend stay once for an additional 30 days.
Dominican Republic	30
Federated States of Micronesia	30

Countries Issuing Visas to Vietnamese Citizens Without Prior Application (or with Accompanying Conditions)

Additionally, many countries and territories will issue visas to foreign visitors without requiring a prior application, or with specific conditions. You might want to keep this in mind when traveling to the following countries:

Visa on Arrival:

• Maldives: Visa granted on arrival, requires a round-trip airline ticket and hotel booking confirmation.
• East Timor: Visa granted on arrival, visa fee is $30 USD per entry, requires a round-trip airline ticket and at least $100 USD in cash.
• Nepal: Visa granted on arrival, visa fee is $20 USD, requires two passport photos and a passport with at least one blank page.
• India: Visa granted on arrival, visa fee is $60 USD, for single entry only.
• Iran: Visa granted at the port of entry, valid for 17 days, and costs $50 USD.
• Burundi: Visa granted at the airport, allows a stay of 30 days.
• Cape Verde: Visa granted at the airport.
• United Arab Emirates (UAE): Can apply for an e-visa or a visa on arrival at the airport.

Conditional Visa Exemption:

• Japan: Visa exemption for Vietnamese tourists participating in all-inclusive tours organized by designated travel agencies. The visa can be valid for up to 5 years.
• South Korea: No visa required when visiting Jeju Island.
• Kenya: Stay period of 3 months.
• Madagascar: Stay period of 90 days.
• Marshall Islands: Stay period of 90 days.

Countries Offering Free Visas for Vietnamese Citizens

For countries that issue free visas, travel and tourism become significantly easier. You can refer to some of the countries that offer free visas to Vietnamese citizens below:

• Mongolia
• Algeria
• Afghanistan
• Cuba
• Nicaragua
• Romania

Which Countries Can Vietnamese Passports Enter Without a Visa?

As of now, 54 countries (out of a total of 199 countries worldwide) offer visa exemptions for Vietnamese citizens. Therefore, if you hold a Vietnamese passport, you can travel to these 54 countries around the world without needing to apply for a visa.

This list includes the following countries and territories:

• 17 Countries/Territories that do not require a visa for Vietnamese passport holders: Thailand, Singapore, Laos, Cambodia, Philippines, Myanmar, Indonesia, Brunei, Malaysia, Kyrgyzstan, Panama, Ecuador, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Haiti, Turks and Caicos, Dominican Republic, and Federated States of Micronesia.
• 6 Countries/Territories that issue visas to Vietnamese citizens without a fee: If you apply for a visa and travel to countries like Mongolia, Algeria, Afghanistan, Cuba, Nicaragua, and Romania, you won’t need to pay any fees.
• 32 Countries/Territories that issue visas on arrival without prior application or offer conditional visa exemption: Maldives, East Timor, Nepal, India, Sri Lanka, United Arab Emirates, Iran, Burundi, Cape Verde, Comoros, Djibouti, Guinea-Bissau, Japan, Kenya, South Korea, Madagascar, Mali, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Serbia, Seychelles, Somalia, Taiwan, Togo, Tajikistan, Zambia, and Tuvalu.

Hopefully, this information about visa-exempt countries for Vietnamese citizens will be useful for anyone looking to plan their perfect international trip. You can visit Tiêu Dao Tử’s Tiktok and YouTube to discover more exciting journeys across Vietnam and abroad!

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