From August 15, 2025, Vietnam will extend visa exemptions to citizens of 12 additional countries for tourism purposes, allowing a 45-day stay from the date of entry. The new policy will remain in effect until August 14, 2028.
The newly added countries are: Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Switzerland.
With this update, Vietnam now unilaterally exempts visas for 24 countries. The existing list already includes Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, Russia, Japan, South Korea, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland.
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“In the global race to attract travelers and investors, making it easier to arrive and more enjoyable to stay is a clear competitive advantage. The new 45-day visa waiver for 12 European countries is a golden opportunity for Vietnam to welcome more high-spending, high-quality visitors. At LuxGroup, we are ready with bespoke products across luxury leisure, adventure, and event tourism—from daytime and sunset voyages aboard Emperor Cruises Legend Nha Trang to the upcoming Amiral Cruises for Presidents overnight journeys on the Saigon River—turning favorable policy into tangible experiences and lasting value for Vietnam’s tourism industry.” — Dr. Pham Ha
The newly added countries are: Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Switzerland.
With this update, Vietnam now unilaterally exempts visas for 24 countries. The existing list already includes Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, Russia, Japan, South Korea, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland.
For further information about a Vietnam visa exemption and visa guidelines, you may visit here
Source News: VNAT
