Quick answer
According to Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs list, updated to 14 March 2025, ordinary Vietnamese passport holders can enter 15 countries visa-free under bilateral agreements, for 14 to 90 days depending on the country. Most require at least 6 months' passport validity. Rules change, so check with the destination's embassy before you travel.
- Bilateral visa-free
- 15 countries (ordinary passport)
- Length of stay
- 14–90 days, by country
- List updated
- 14 March 2025 (Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
- Popular destinations
- US, Canada, UK, Australia, Schengen, Japan, Korea: visa required
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Bilateral visa-free countries
Bilateral exemption means Vietnam and the other country agreed to waive visas for each other's citizens. This table covers ordinary passports only; diplomatic and official passports have their own lists.
| Country | Stay |
|---|---|
| Brunei | 14 days |
| Philippines | 21 days |
| Cambodia | 30 days |
| Indonesia | 30 days |
| Laos | 30 days |
| Malaysia | 30 days |
| Myanmar | 30 days |
| Singapore | 30 days |
| Thailand | 30 days |
| Mongolia | 30 days |
| Kyrgyzstan | Not stated |
| Belarus | 30 days |
| Kazakhstan | 30 days |
| Chile | 90 days |
| Panama | 90 days |
Visa-free entry does not cover paid work. To stay longer than the permitted period, apply for a visa under the destination's rules.
Not on the list? You may still not need a visa
Visa-free, visa on arrival, eVisa and ETA
| Type | In plain terms |
|---|---|
| Visa-free | Nothing to apply for in advance; enter for the permitted number of days if you meet the conditions. |
| Visa on arrival | The visa is issued at the border, usually with a fee and documents on the spot. |
| eVisa | Apply online before travelling; the visa is electronic rather than a sticker. |
| ETA (electronic travel authorisation) | Online pre-travel registration for visa-exempt travellers; not a visa. |
| Visa sticker | Apply at an embassy or visa application centre; the visa is placed in your passport. |
Destinations that need a visa
Popular destinations such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, the Schengen area, Japan, South Korea, China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and India are not on the bilateral list. See visa requirements by country for a short summary and a link to a full guide for each.
Frequently asked questions
How many countries can Vietnamese passport holders visit without a visa?
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists 15 countries with bilateral visa exemption for ordinary passports (updated to 14 March 2025). Other countries may waive visas unilaterally or offer visa on arrival, so the total changes over time.
Do I need 6 months' passport validity?
Most countries on the list require at least 6 months' validity, and some also ask for a return or onward ticket and enough money for your stay.
Is this an official government website?
No. Visa Hộ Chiếu is a private information site. The list comes from Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs; entry decisions are made by the destination's border authority.