Navigate Vietnam's visa options as a solo traveler with our complete guide. From 45-day exemptions to quick e-visa applications – everything you need to know for hassle-free entry, border crossings, and cultural immersion without the stress.
Solo Travelers Hoi An Ancient Town Coconut Forest (Source: Internet)Written by Tony Bùi, with over 20 years guiding more than 100,000 international travelers across Vietnam & Cambodia. This guide is crafted from real solo-traveler experiences collected by Legend Travel Group – the pioneer in premium, solo-friendly Vietnam Tours since 2008.
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Your Vietnam story officially begins (Source: Internet)You booked the flight. You picked the hostel. You downloaded the language app.
But if your visa isn't sorted, you're grounded.
Solo travel Vietnam is freedom – freedom to change plans, extend stays, or hop borders on a whim. But that freedom starts with the right entry stamp.
Vietnam welcomes over 18 million international visitors yearly, and 70 % of Legend Travel Group guests travel solo. We’ve helped thousands navigate visas without a hitch – and we’ll do the same for you.
This guide covers everything from 45-day exemptions to e-visa hacks, so you can focus on the real adventure: waking up to phở in Hanoi, trekking Sapa’s rice terraces, or island-hopping in Phu Quoc.
From visa stamp to instant family (Source: Internet)|
Nationality Group |
Visa Type |
Duration |
Cost (USD) |
Application Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
25 Exempt Countries (e.g., UK, France, Germany, Japan, South Korea) |
Exemption |
Up to 45 days |
Free |
Arrive & stamp |
|
Most Others (e.g., US, Canada, Australia, India) |
E-Visa |
30 or 90 days |
$25 single / $50 multiple |
Online at evisa.gov.vn |
|
Non-Exempt Long-Stay |
Embassy Visa |
1–12 months |
$25–$135 |
Nearest Vietnamese embassy |
|
All Nationalities |
Phu Quoc Exemption |
30 days (island only) |
Free |
Direct flight/boat to Phu Quoc |
25 countries get 45-day visa-free entry: UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Japan, South Korea, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Sweden, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, India, China (tour groups), ASEAN nations (15–30 days) vietnam-visa.com.
If eligible: Book your ticket and go – just carry proof of onward travel (bus/flight ticket out).
Pro tip: Even exempt travelers can apply for e-visa for longer stays or multiple entries.
Visit evisa.gov.vn → Select English → Click "E-Visa"
Fill form: Personal details, passport info, travel dates, entry point (e.g., Noi Bai Airport, Moc Bai border)
Upload: Passport scan + 4x6 cm photo (white background, no glasses)
Pay $25 (single entry) or $50 (multiple) via credit card
Receive PDF in email – print 2 copies (one for backup)
Present at entry with passport – done!
For 6–12 month visas: Apply at Vietnamese embassy (e.g., Bangkok, Hanoi, or home country)
Cost: $25–$135 depending on type
Processing: 5–10 days
Pro: Multiple entries, longer validity
Con: More paperwork than e-visa
Fly/boat direct to Phu Quoc Island
All nationalities get 30 days free (no mainland travel)
Perfect for beach-focused solos
Catch a flight to mainland after (e.g., Phu Quoc → Ho Chi Minh City)
Easy entry = more time for adventure (Source: Internet)We make entry as smooth as your first phở:
Free visa consultation before booking
E-visa application assistance ($10 service fee)
Airport pickup with immigration fast-track (for e-visa holders)
TM.30 registration handled at every hotel
24/7 WhatsApp support for any border issues
Visa sorted, mountains calling (Source: Internet)Smile at immigration – it’s contagious
Dress modestly (shoulders/knees covered) for temples
Learn “xin chào” & “cảm ơn” – doors open instantly
Remove shoes entering homes/homestays
Accept all food/drink offered – it’s how bonds form
Passport (valid 6+ months) + photocopy
Printed e-visa (2 copies) or onward ticket proof
Reusable water bottle + LifeStraw
Quick-dry modest clothing + sarong
Power bank + universal adapter
Small gifts for homestay hosts (chocolate, notebooks)
A heart ready for unexpected connections
The freedom of solo travel, Vietnam style (Source: Internet)|
Category |
Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
|
E-Visa |
$25 single / $50 multiple |
|
Exemption |
$0 |
|
Embassy Visa |
$25–$135 |
|
Phu Quoc Hack |
$0 |
|
Legend Group Tour (with visa support) |
$699–$1,699 |
Apply e-visa 2–3 weeks early – processing can take 7 days
Print everything – Wi-Fi fails at borders
Carry $100 cash USD for emergencies
Book Legend tours – we handle TM.30 registration
Join the pre-tour WhatsApp – visa questions answered instantly
We all made it – cheers! (Source: Internet)Do I really need a visa for Vietnam?
Depends on nationality – 25 countries exempt for 45 days. Others: e-visa is easiest.
How long does e-visa take?
3–7 working days. Legend can expedite for $10 extra.
Can I extend my stay?
Exemptions: visa run to Laos/Cambodia. E-visa: extend at immigration for $25.
What if I overstay?
$5/day fine + potential blacklist. Always plan buffer days.
Best visa for multi-country trip?
Multiple-entry e-visa ($50) – hop to Laos or Cambodia and return.
Your Vietnam story starts with the right stamp.
Let us make it unforgettable.
Join thousands of solo travelers who chose Vietnam Tours by Legend Travel Group and turned visa paperwork into the beginning of their best adventure yet.
Only 10 % deposit – change dates free – max 12 travelers – weekly guaranteed departures.
Secure your visa-ready spot now → https://www.legendtravelgroup.com
By Legend Travel Group – Turning solo visa stress into epic journeys across Vietnam & Cambodia since 2008
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