Vietnam Visa for Portuguese Citizens: E-Visa Cost in Euro and Steps
Vietnam visa for portuguese citizens: you need a visa, usually the 90-day e-visa from $47 (approx. €42). Euro prices, Lisbon cut-offs.
Portuguese citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for Vietnam, so the Vietnam visa for Portuguese citizens is the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days and from $47 (approx. €42) all-in through us for single entry. Portugal is on none of Vietnam's exemption lists, even though neighboring Spain is on the 45-day list. This page covers the e-visa, prices in euro, urgent cut-offs in Lisbon time, the steps, documents, visa on arrival and the embassy. You can apply for your e-visa with us in about ten minutes.
Lisbon is six or seven hours behind Vietnam, so the Vietnamese working day ends in your morning. Check the cut-off table below first.
Vietnam visa for Portuguese citizens at a glance:
| Visa-free? | No |
| Usual visa | E-visa, up to 90 days, single or multiple entry |
| Price through us | From $47 (approx. €42) single, $82 (approx. €73) multiple |
| Same-day option | Order before 8:15 in Lisbon (summer time), delivered by 12:00 |
| Passport | Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages |
Do Portuguese citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. Portuguese citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for any stay in Vietnam, and the e-visa is the usual route.
Portugal is not on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs exemption list (published June 30, 2025, checked October 2026), and it is not among the 12 countries added to the 45-day list by Resolution 229/NQ-CP, in force from August 15, 2025.
Spain, which borders Portugal, is on the 45-day list under Resolution 44/NQ-CP, but that covers Spanish passports only. For the general rules, see Do I need a visa for Vietnam?
Visa for Vietnam from Portugal: the e-visa
A visa for Vietnam from Portugal is nearly always the e-visa. It lets Portuguese citizens stay up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry, under Law 23/2023/QH15. It covers holidays, family visits and short business trips.
The Vietnam e-visa for Portuguese passport holders works at any of 79 border gates: 15 international airports, 26 land border gates and 38 seaports (as of October 2026). You apply online, so there is no trip to a consulate, and you carry the approved PDF with your passport.
Vietnam visa Portugal: e-visa cost in euro
A Vietnam e-visa costs $47 (approx. €42) through us for single entry at Standard speed, government fee included. The table gives every speed per person, slowest first, with an approximate figure in euro.
Prices last updated: 2026-10-07. Euro at 1 USD = 0.8927 EUR (xe.com, October 10, 2026). Your card is charged in USD and your bank converts it.
| Speed | Single entry | Multiple entry |
|---|---|---|
| Standard, 5 to 7 working days | $47 (approx. €42) | $82 (approx. €73) |
| 3 working days | $69 (approx. €62) | $98 (approx. €87) |
| 2 working days | $92 (approx. €82) | $116 (approx. €104) |
| 1 working day | $99 (approx. €88) | $123 (approx. €110) |
| Same day | $118 (approx. €105) | $150 (approx. €134) |
| Super Urgent | $169 (approx. €151) | $212 (approx. €189) |
| Emergency | $260 (approx. €232) | $285 (approx. €254) |
| Weekend and public holidays | $250 (approx. €223) | $280 (approx. €250) |
A 90-day e-visa costs no more than 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. On evisa.gov.vn the government fee alone is US$25 (approx. €22), not refunded on refusal. Our full price table breaks down each price.
Vietnam visa for Portuguese citizens: urgent cut-offs in Lisbon time
Standard takes 5 to 7 working days. The urgent speeds use Vietnamese working days, which start at 8:00 in Vietnam: 2:00 in Lisbon during summer time and 1:00 in winter. Europe follows summer time from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October.
| Order cut-off | Lisbon, winter | Lisbon, summer time |
|---|---|---|
| Same day (Vietnam 14:15) | 7:15 | 8:15 |
| Super Urgent (Vietnam 15:30) | 8:30 | 9:30 |
| Emergency (Vietnam 17:30) | 10:30 | 11:30 |
| 1 working day (Vietnam 18:00) | 11:00 | 12:00 |
Example in summer time: you order on Tuesday at 3:00 in Lisbon, which is 9:00 on Tuesday in Vietnam. Emergency arrives by 4:30, Super Urgent by 5:30 and Same day by 12:00, all in Lisbon time. Ordered on Tuesday at 10:00 instead (16:00 in Vietnam), Emergency still arrives by 11:30, but Super Urgent and Same day have passed their cut-offs: Super Urgent arrives on Wednesday at 5:00 and Same day on Wednesday at 8:00.
The weekend window starts at Friday 12:00 in Lisbon in summer time (11:00 in winter) and ends on Sunday at 10:00 (9:00). In that window, order the Weekend and public holidays speed before 9:20 in summer time and it arrives by 12:30 the same day. Our urgent e-visa page has every speed in Vietnam time.
How to apply from Portugal
You apply from Portugal online, in three steps with us:
- Enter your details: Passport, travel dates, the airport or border gate you will use and your speed.
- Pay and add files: Pay by card, then upload your passport data page and a recent photo, straight away or later.
- Receive the e-visa: We check everything, submit it and email you the approved PDF.
You can also apply yourself on evisa.gov.vn with the same details. Our guide on how to apply walks through both.
Vietnam visa requirements for Portuguese citizens
The Vietnam visa requirements for Portuguese citizens match those for every e-visa applicant:
- Portuguese passport: Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages.
- Passport data page: Full page in the frame, no glare on the code lines at the bottom.
- Portrait: Recent, facing forward, white background, no glasses.
- Trip details: Arrival and departure dates, entry and exit gates, first accommodation address.
- Card: Debit or credit card that works for overseas online payments.
Photo examples and the full checklist are on our e-visa requirements page.
Visa on arrival for Portuguese citizens
Portuguese citizens can use visa on arrival only when flying into Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang or Cam Ranh. You need an approval letter before you board and pay a $25 or $50 stamping fee at the airport.
It does not work for cruise ports or land borders. For most trips the e-visa is simpler; you can compare both when you choose a service.
Vietnam embassy in Portugal
You do not need an embassy for an e-visa, which is issued online. For consular help, check the list of Vietnamese missions on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (mofa.gov.vn) for the one that covers Portugal.
Tips for Portuguese travelers
Two points catch Portuguese travelers: borrowing the Spanish rule, and the passport that decides at the border.
Do not use the Spanish rule
Spanish passports allow 45 days in Vietnam without a visa, and Portuguese travelers often join friends or colleagues who hold one. A Portuguese passport has no such right, so a stay of any length needs the e-visa.
Dual citizens and residents of Portugal
The passport you show at the border decides what you need. If you travel on a Spanish passport, the 45-day exemption applies to that passport. If you travel on your Portuguese one, apply for the e-visa and enter the passport number you will use, because the e-visa is issued for one passport.
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 files checked and a delivery time backed by a full refund, apply for your e-visa with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Portuguese citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes, with an ordinary Portuguese passport. Most apply online for the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days with single or multiple entry, and show the PDF with their passport at the border.
How long is the e-visa valid for Portuguese citizens?
The e-visa allows a stay of up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry. You choose the entry type and travel dates on the form, and the e-visa does not cost more for 90 days than for 30.
How much is the Vietnam government fee in euro?
On evisa.gov.vn the government fee is US$25 (approx. €22) for single entry and US$50 (approx. €45) for multiple entry, charged in US dollars. It is not refunded if the e-visa is refused.
Can I get a Vietnam visa today in Lisbon?
Yes, on a Vietnamese working day. Order Same day before 8:15 Lisbon time in summer time (7:15 in winter) for delivery by 12:00, or Emergency before 11:30 in summer time for delivery 1.5 working hours later. After those cut-offs, order 1 working day.
Can I use the e-visa for a business trip from Portugal?
Yes, for short business visits such as meetings or conferences, within the 90-day limit. Employment in Vietnam is outside what the e-visa covers.
