Vietnam Visa for Indian Citizens
Vietnam visa for Indian citizens: not visa-free, so apply for an e-visa from $47 (approx. INR 4,546). Prices in INR, IST cut-offs, steps and documents.
A Vietnam visa for Indian citizens is required: India is not on Vietnam's visa-free list, so you need a visa, and for almost every trip that means the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days. Through us, it costs from $47 (approx. INR 4,546) all-in for single entry. This guide covers the e-visa, prices in INR, urgent cut-offs in Indian time, the steps, documents, visa on arrival and the embassy. You can apply for your e-visa with us once you have your passport ready.
The Vietnam visa for Indians is the same e-visa every nationality uses, issued online by the Vietnam Immigration Department as a PDF.
Vietnam visa for Indians at a glance:
| Visa-free? | No, except Phu Quoc island |
| Usual visa | E-visa, up to 90 days, single or multiple entry |
| Price through us | From $47 (approx. INR 4,546) single, $82 (approx. INR 7,931) multiple |
| Fastest option | Emergency, 1.5 working hours; order by 16:00 IST on a working day |
| Passport | Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages |
Is Vietnam visa free for Indians?
No. Indian citizens need a visa for mainland Vietnam. India is not on any of Vietnam's visa exemption lists: not the 45-day unilateral list, not the European tourism list and not the bilateral agreements published by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (checked October 2026).
The one exception is Phu Quoc island, covered in the tips below. For the rules for every nationality, see Do I need a visa for Vietnam?.
The Vietnam e-visa for Indian passport holders
The Vietnam e-visa for Indian passport holders allows a stay of up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry, under Law 23/2023/QH15. It covers tourism, family visits and short business trips, and you apply online without visiting an embassy.
The e-visa is accepted at 79 border gates: 15 international airports, 26 land border gates and 38 seaports (as of October 2026). That covers flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru or Kolkata into Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City or Da Nang, and overland entry from Cambodia or Laos.
Vietnam visa for Indians cost in INR
The Vietnam visa for Indians costs $47 all-in for single entry at Standard speed through us, about INR 4,546, government fee included. The table lists every speed, slowest first, per person.
Prices last updated: 2026-10-07. INR at 1 USD = 96.71 INR (xe.com, October 8, 2026); you pay in USD and your bank converts.
| Speed | Single entry | Multiple entry |
|---|---|---|
| Standard, 5 to 7 working days | $47 (approx. INR 4,546) | $82 (approx. INR 7,931) |
| 3 working days | $69 (approx. INR 6,673) | $98 (approx. INR 9,478) |
| 2 working days | $92 (approx. INR 8,898) | $116 (approx. INR 11,219) |
| 1 working day | $99 (approx. INR 9,575) | $123 (approx. INR 11,896) |
| Same day | $118 (approx. INR 11,412) | $150 (approx. INR 14,507) |
| Super Urgent | $169 (approx. INR 16,345) | $212 (approx. INR 20,503) |
| Emergency | $260 (approx. INR 25,146) | $285 (approx. INR 27,563) |
| Weekend and public holidays | $250 (approx. INR 24,178) | $280 (approx. INR 27,080) |
A 90-day e-visa costs the same as a 30-day one. We refund 100% if the e-visa is refused, unless the application had false information, or if it arrives after the delivery time shown at checkout. Applying yourself on evisa.gov.vn costs US$25 (approx. INR 2,418), with no refund if refused. Our full price table explains each part.
Processing time and urgent cut-offs in IST
Standard takes 5 to 7 working days; the urgent speeds depend on when you order. India Standard Time is 1 hour 30 minutes behind Vietnam all year, since neither country changes its clocks. The table converts each cut-off on a Vietnamese working day to IST.
| Speed | Order (IST) | Delivered by (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| Same day | Before 6:30 | 12:30 the same day |
| Same day | 6:30 to 12:44 | 16:30 the same day |
| Super Urgent | 6:30 to 14:00 | 2.5 working hours after your order |
| Emergency | 6:30 to 16:00 | 1.5 working hours after your order |
| 1 working day | Before 16:30 | 17:00 the next working day |
| Weekend and public holidays | Before 13:50 | 17:00 the same day |
The Super Urgent and Emergency clocks pause for a lunch break, from 10:30 to 11:30 IST. Orders after the last cut-off move to the next working morning: Emergency to 8:00 IST, Super Urgent to 9:30 IST.
Example: you order at 11:00 IST on a Monday, 12:30 in Vietnam. Emergency arrives by 13:00 IST and Super Urgent by 14:00 IST. Same day arrives by 16:30 IST. If your flight is on Tuesday night, 1 working day at $99 arrives by 17:00 IST Tuesday and costs less. Our urgent e-visa page covers weekends and flights within hours.
How to apply for a Vietnam visa from India
You apply for a Vietnam visa from India online, in three steps with us:
- Fill in the form: Enter your passport details, trip dates, entry airport or gate and the speed you need.
- Pay and upload: Pay by card in USD, then upload your passport data page and a recent photo; you can upload any time after paying.
- Receive your e-visa: We check the files, submit the application and email you the PDF.
To do it yourself, the same information goes into evisa.gov.vn; our guide on how to apply covers both routes screen by screen, and how to apply from India covers timing in IST, payment and common mistakes.
Documents for a Vietnam visa for Indian citizens
The visa requirements for Indian citizens are the same as for every e-visa applicant:
- Indian passport: Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages.
- Passport data page: A clear scan or phone photo, all four corners visible.
- Portrait photo: Recent, white background, no glasses, jpg or jpeg.
- Trip details: Entry date, entry and exit airport or gate, and your first hotel in Vietnam.
- Card: A debit or credit card enabled for international online payments.
Enter your name exactly as in the two code lines at the bottom of the data page. Our page on e-visa requirements shows photo examples.
Vietnam visa on arrival for Indian citizens
Visa on arrival for Indian citizens works only for flights into Hanoi (Noi Bai), Ho Chi Minh City (Tan Son Nhat), Da Nang or Cam Ranh. You need an approval letter before you board, then pay a $25 or $50 stamping fee at the airport counter.
The e-visa is simpler for most Indian travelers: no airport queue, and it works at land borders. Compare both when you choose a service.
Vietnam embassy and consulate in India
Vietnam has an embassy in New Delhi and a consulate general in Mumbai (consulate website). You do not need either for an e-visa, which is issued online. They handle passport-sticker visas for longer or special-purpose stays; addresses and contacts are on our page about the Vietnam embassy in India.
Tips for Indian travelers
Two questions come up once the visa is sorted: whether Phu Quoc really needs no visa, and which e-visa fits a trip that includes Cambodia or Thailand.
Flying to Phu Quoc only
Foreigners, including Indian citizens, can stay on Phu Quoc island for up to 30 days without a visa under Law 51/2019/QH14. The exemption covers Phu Quoc only.
If you plan even one day on the mainland, apply for an e-visa before you fly; the conditions are on our page about the Phu Quoc entry rules.
Combining Vietnam with Cambodia or Thailand
Choose multiple entry if you will leave Vietnam and come back, for example Ho Chi Minh City, then Siem Reap, then Hanoi. If you leave once and fly home from another country, single entry is enough. Our page on the 90-day multiple-entry e-visa has more route examples.
eVisaVietnam.com is a private visa service operated by TK VIET NAM., JSC, not the Vietnamese government. You can apply yourself at evisa.gov.vn for US$25. If you want your documents checked and a delivery time backed by a full refund, apply for your e-visa with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Indians need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. Indian citizens need a visa for mainland Vietnam, because India is not on the visa-free list. The e-visa is the usual option: apply online, receive a PDF by email and show it with your passport on arrival. Only a stay limited to Phu Quoc island is visa-free.
Is a passport required for Vietnam from India?
Yes. You need an Indian passport valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages. The e-visa is issued against your passport number, so travel with the same passport you used on the application.
How much is the Vietnam visa fee for Indians if I apply myself?
On evisa.gov.vn the government fee is US$25 (approx. INR 2,418) for single entry and US$50 (approx. INR 4,836) for multiple entry, paid by card. The fee is not refunded if the e-visa is refused, so check your photo and passport scan before paying.
Can I get a Vietnam visa urgently from India?
Yes. On a Vietnamese working day, order Emergency by 16:00 IST for delivery 1.5 working hours later, or Same day by 12:44 IST for delivery by 16:30 IST. Weekend and public holiday orders placed before 13:50 IST arrive by 17:00 IST the same day.
