Vietnam Visa for Russian Citizens: 45 Days Without a Visa, Then the E-Visa
Vietnam visa for Russian citizens: no visa for 45 days or less. Longer trips need the e-visa, from $47 (approx. RUB 3,911). Russian rubles prices.
Russian citizens with an ordinary passport do not need a visa for a stay of 45 days or less, so the Vietnam visa for Russian citizens only matters when you plan to stay longer. Then the standard route is the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days and from $47 (approx. RUB 3,911) all-in through us for single entry. This page covers the 45-day rule, when an e-visa is needed, prices in Russian rubles, urgent cut-offs in Moscow time, the steps, documents, visa on arrival and the embassy. You can apply for your e-visa with us in about ten minutes.
Moscow is four hours behind Vietnam all year, so the Vietnamese working day ends in your early afternoon. Before you order an e-visa, check that your card works for payments abroad.
Vietnam visa for Russian citizens at a glance:
| Visa needed? | No, for 45 days or less |
| Longer stay | E-visa, up to 90 days, single or multiple entry |
| Price through us | From $47 (approx. RUB 3,911) single, $82 (approx. RUB 6,823) multiple |
| Same-day option | Order before 10:15 in Moscow, delivered by 14:00 |
| Passport | Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages |
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
No, not for 45 days or less. Russian citizens can enter Vietnam without a visa for up to 45 days from the date of entry, whatever the passport type or purpose, under Resolution 44/NQ-CP (March 15, 2025 to March 14, 2028), as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs list and the national tourism authority state.
Russia's row on that table keeps bilateral lines for diplomatic and service passports, 90 days, and seaman's passports, 30 days; an ordinary Russian passport falls under the 45-day resolution. You still need a valid passport and a ticket out. Our page on Vietnam visa exemption rules lists every country covered.
How the 45-day exemption works
A Russian traveler needs a visa only when the stay goes past 45 days. Resolution 44/NQ-CP is a decision by the Vietnamese Government alone, covering 12 countries: Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Norway, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom.
The condition is that you meet the normal entry rules, including a passport valid for at least six months and no entry ban. Before March 2025 the same 45 days came from Resolution 128/NQ-CP of August 2023, and before that the stay was 15 days, which is why some pages still quote 15. Russia has been on Vietnam's unilateral list since 2009, first with 15 days.
When Russian citizens need a visa for Vietnam
Travelers from Russia need a Vietnam e-visa for any stay longer than 45 days.
Apply before you fly: the e-visa lets you stay up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry, under Law 23/2023/QH15.
Typical cases are a winter stay in Nha Trang or Phu Quoc that runs past 45 days, a long family visit, or a remote-work stay. A 90-day e-visa costs no more than a 30-day one through us.
Vietnam visa for Russian citizens: e-visa cost in RUB
A Vietnam e-visa costs $47 (approx. RUB 3,911) through us for single entry at Standard speed, government fee included, and the table lists every speed per person.
Prices last updated: 2026-10-07. Russian rubles at 1 USD = 83.21 RUB (ExchangeRate-API, October 19, 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. RUB 3,911) | $82 (approx. RUB 6,823) |
| 3 working days | $69 (approx. RUB 5,741) | $98 (approx. RUB 8,154) |
| 2 working days | $92 (approx. RUB 7,655) | $116 (approx. RUB 9,652) |
| 1 working day | $99 (approx. RUB 8,238) | $123 (approx. RUB 10,235) |
| Same day | $118 (approx. RUB 9,819) | $150 (approx. RUB 12,481) |
| Super Urgent | $169 (approx. RUB 14,062) | $212 (approx. RUB 17,640) |
| Emergency | $260 (approx. RUB 21,634) | $285 (approx. RUB 23,714) |
| Weekend and public holidays | $250 (approx. RUB 20,802) | $280 (approx. RUB 23,298) |
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. RUB 2,080), not refunded on refusal. Our full price table breaks down each price.
Urgent cut-offs in Moscow time
Standard takes 5 to 7 working days. The urgent speeds use Vietnamese working days, which start at 8:00 in Vietnam, or 4:00 in Moscow.
| Order cut-off | Moscow time |
|---|---|
| Same day (Vietnam 14:15) | 10:15 |
| Super Urgent (Vietnam 15:30) | 11:30 |
| Emergency (Vietnam 17:30) | 13:30 |
| 1 working day (Vietnam 18:00) | 14:00 |
Example: you order on Tuesday at 5:00 in Moscow, which is 9:00 on Tuesday in Vietnam. Emergency arrives by 6:30, Super Urgent by 7:30 and Same day by 14:00, all in Moscow time. Ordered on Tuesday at 12:00 instead (16:00 in Vietnam), Emergency still arrives by 13:30, but Super Urgent and Same day have passed their cut-offs: Super Urgent arrives on Wednesday at 7:00 and Same day on Wednesday at 10:00.
The weekend window starts at Friday 14:00 in Moscow and ends on Sunday at 12:00. In that window, order the Weekend and public holidays speed before 11:20 and it arrives by 14:30 the same day. Our urgent e-visa page has every speed in Vietnam time.
How to apply from Russia
You apply from Russia 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 Russian citizens
For the e-visa, the requirements for Russian citizens match those for every applicant:
- Russian 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.
Vietnam visa on arrival for Russian citizens
Russian citizens rarely need visa on arrival: a stay of 45 days or less needs no visa, and a longer one is simpler with an e-visa.
Visa on arrival works only at Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang and Cam Ranh airports, with an approval letter before you board and a $25 or $50 stamping fee; you can compare both when you choose a service.
Vietnam embassy in Russia
You do not need an embassy for an e-visa, which is issued online, or for a stay of 45 days or less. Our page on the Vietnam embassy in Russia has its address and contacts.
Tips for Russian travelers
Two points help Russian travelers: paying by card, and seaman's passports.
Cards issued in Russia may not work
Since 2022, Visa and Mastercard cards issued by Russian banks do not work for most payments outside Russia, and Mir cards are rarely accepted abroad. If you apply for an e-visa, with us or on evisa.gov.vn, use a card issued outside Russia, or ask someone abroad to pay.
Seaman's passports have their own row
A seaman's passport gets 30 days under the bilateral agreement, not 45. If you join or leave a ship in a Vietnamese port, check which passport the crew agency will use and how many days it covers.
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 Russian citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
No, for 45 days or less. Russian citizens with an ordinary passport can enter without a visa under the rule above. For a longer stay, apply for an e-visa before you travel.
How many days can Russians stay in Vietnam without a visa?
Up to 45 days from the date of entry under Resolution 44/NQ-CP, until March 14, 2028. A longer stay needs an e-visa, which allows up to 90 days.
How much is the Vietnam government fee in Russian rubles?
On evisa.gov.vn the government fee is US$25 (approx. RUB 2,080) for single entry and US$50 (approx. RUB 4,160) 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 Moscow?
Yes, on a Vietnamese working day. Order Same day before 10:15 Moscow time for delivery by 14:00, or Emergency before 13:30 for delivery 1.5 working hours later. On weekends, use the Weekend and public holidays speed.
Can Russian citizens do business in Vietnam on the visa-free stay?
Yes, for short visits such as meetings, because the resolution does not limit the purpose. Working for a Vietnamese employer needs a work permit and the matching visa.
