Vietnam Visa for Emirati Citizens: E-Visa Cost in Dirhams and Steps
Vietnam visa for emirati citizens: ordinary passports need a visa, usually the 90-day e-visa from $47 (approx. AED 173). Dirham prices, Abu Dhabi cut-offs.
Emirati citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for Vietnam, so the Vietnam visa for Emirati citizens is the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days and from $47 (approx. AED 173) all-in through us for single entry. The United Arab Emirates appears on a Vietnamese exemption list, but only for diplomatic and official passports. This page covers the e-visa, prices in uae dirhams, urgent cut-offs in Abu Dhabi time, the steps, documents, visa on arrival and the embassy. You can apply for your e-visa with us in about ten minutes.
Abu Dhabi is three hours behind Vietnam all year, so the Vietnamese afternoon is your morning and most urgent cut-offs fall before lunch. The cut-off table below shows which speed is still open when you order.
Vietnam visa for Emirati citizens at a glance:
| Visa-free? | No, not for ordinary passports |
| Usual visa | E-visa, up to 90 days, single or multiple entry |
| Price through us | From $47 (approx. AED 173) single, $82 (approx. AED 301) multiple |
| Same-day option | Order before 11:15 in Abu Dhabi, delivered by 15:00 |
| Passport | Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages |
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. Emirati citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for any stay in Vietnam, and the e-visa is the usual route.
The row for the UAE on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs exemption list (published June 30, 2025, checked October 2026) is marked under Diplomatic and under Official/Service/Special, with a 90-day stay. The Ordinary column is empty, and The United Arab Emirates is absent from the later 45-day lists.
This page is for holders of an Emirati passport, not for expatriates who live in the UAE on another passport. For the general rules, see Do I need a visa for Vietnam?
Visa for Vietnam from the United Arab Emirates: the e-visa
A visa for Vietnam from the United Arab Emirates is nearly always the e-visa. It lets Emirati 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 Emirati 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 United Arab Emirates: e-visa cost in uae dirhams
A Vietnam e-visa costs $47 (approx. AED 173) 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 uae dirhams. The dirham is pegged to the US dollar, so the figures stay steady.
Prices last updated: 2026-10-07. UAE dirhams at 1 USD = 3.67 AED (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. AED 173) | $82 (approx. AED 301) |
| 3 working days | $69 (approx. AED 253) | $98 (approx. AED 360) |
| 2 working days | $92 (approx. AED 338) | $116 (approx. AED 426) |
| 1 working day | $99 (approx. AED 364) | $123 (approx. AED 452) |
| Same day | $118 (approx. AED 433) | $150 (approx. AED 551) |
| Super Urgent | $169 (approx. AED 621) | $212 (approx. AED 779) |
| Emergency | $260 (approx. AED 955) | $285 (approx. AED 1,047) |
| Weekend and public holidays | $250 (approx. AED 918) | $280 (approx. AED 1,028) |
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. AED 92), not refunded on refusal. Our full price table breaks down each price.
Vietnam visa for Emirati citizens: urgent cut-offs in Abu Dhabi time
Standard takes 5 to 7 working days. The urgent speeds use Vietnamese working days, which start at 8:00 in Vietnam, or 5:00 in Abu Dhabi.
| Order cut-off | Abu Dhabi time |
|---|---|
| Same day (Vietnam 14:15) | 11:15 |
| Super Urgent (Vietnam 15:30) | 12:30 |
| Emergency (Vietnam 17:30) | 14:30 |
| 1 working day (Vietnam 18:00) | 15:00 |
Example: you order on Tuesday at 6:00 in Abu Dhabi, which is 9:00 on Tuesday in Vietnam. Emergency arrives by 7:30, Super Urgent by 8:30 and Same day by 15:00, all in Abu Dhabi time. Ordered on Tuesday at 13:00 instead (16:00 in Vietnam), Emergency still arrives by 14:30, but Super Urgent and Same day have passed their cut-offs: Super Urgent arrives on Wednesday at 8:00 and Same day on Wednesday at 11:00.
The weekend window starts at Friday 15:00 in Abu Dhabi and ends on Sunday at 13:00. In that window, order the Weekend and public holidays speed before 12:20 and it arrives by 15:30 the same day. Our urgent e-visa page has every speed in Vietnam time.
How to apply from the United Arab Emirates
You apply from the United Arab Emirates 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 Emirati citizens
The Vietnam visa requirements for Emirati citizens match those for every e-visa applicant:
- Emirati 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 Emirati citizens
Emirati 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 the United Arab Emirates
Vietnam has an embassy in the UAE, but you do not need it for an e-visa, which is issued online. The Embassy of Vietnam in Abu Dhabi is at Villa 147, Salama Bint Butti Street, Al Mushrif. Our page on the Vietnam embassy in the United Arab Emirates has the details.
Tips for Emirati travelers
Two points catch travelers in the UAE: residents versus citizens, and news about the reverse direction.
Residents use their own passport's rules
Many guides for the UAE are written for residents. Your visa status in the UAE does not change what Vietnam asks: the rules follow the passport you travel on, so an expatriate should read the page for that passport.
News about UAE visas is the reverse direction
Recent headlines about the UAE granting visa on arrival concern Vietnamese citizens entering the UAE. They do not change the rules for Emirati citizens entering Vietnam, who still need the e-visa.
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 Emirati citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes, with an ordinary Emirati 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 Emirati 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 uae dirhams?
On evisa.gov.vn the government fee is US$25 (approx. AED 92) for single entry and US$50 (approx. AED 184) 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 Abu Dhabi?
Yes, on a Vietnamese working day. Order Same day before 11:15 Abu Dhabi time for delivery by 15:00, or Emergency before 14:30 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 the United Arab Emirates?
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.
