Quick answer: Indians need a visa for Vietnam. The easiest route is the eVisa, applied for online. It costs USD 25 (about ₹2,100) for a single entry or USD 50 (about ₹4,200) for multiple entry, is valid for 90 days and takes 3 to 5 working days. Since April 2026 you also need to fill in a free digital arrival card before you land.

Vietnam is one of the easiest long-weekend and two-week trips from India. Direct flights, great food, beaches and Ha Long Bay all sit on the same itinerary. The paperwork is also simple, as long as you know the rules. This guide covers the Vietnam eVisa for Indians: what it costs, what you need, how the Vietnam visa application form works, and the arrival card that is new this year.

Do Indians need a visa for Vietnam?

Yes. India is not on Vietnam's visa-free list, so every Indian passport holder needs a visa before travel. There are three ways to get one:

• eVisa: applied for online, delivered by email. This is the route most Indian tourists use.
• Visa on arrival: needs an approval letter arranged before you fly, and works for air arrivals only. There is no walk-up visa on arrival for Indians.
• Embassy or consulate visa: a sticker visa that takes around 5 to 10 working days, with offices in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata. There is no Vietnamese mission in Bengaluru.

For a holiday or a short business trip, the eVisa is the simplest of the three.

Vietnam eVisa at a glance

Vietnam eVisa cost and fee

The Vietnam eVisa fee depends only on the entry type you pick:

• Single entry: USD 25, about ₹2,100.
• Multiple entry: USD 50, about ₹4,200.

Both give you up to 90 days. The rupee amount moves with the exchange rate, so the final figure on payment day can differ slightly. If an application is refused, the fee is not returned, which is why a clean first application matters.

Single entry or multiple entry: which one?

Pick single entry if Vietnam is your only stop. Pick multiple entry if you will leave and come back within the 90 days, for example:

• Vietnam to Cambodia or Thailand by air or land, then back into Vietnam.
• A day trip out of the country during a longer stay.
• Regular business visits over a few months.

The extra USD 25 is cheaper than applying for a second visa mid-trip.

Documents required for the Vietnam eVisa

• Passport valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date
• Scan of the passport data page, clear and uncropped
• Recent digital passport-style photograph
• Confirmed return or onward ticket (recommended)
• Hotel or accommodation proof (recommended)

Every traveller needs their own eVisa on their own passport, children included. A family of four means four applications.

How to apply: the Vietnam visa application form, step by step

1. Open the official government eVisa site. Do not use look-alike sites that add their own charges.
2. Fill in the application form. Names, passport number and dates must match your passport exactly.
3. Upload your passport scan and photo. Both must be sharp and meet the size rules on the form.
4. Choose your entry and exit points. Pick the airports or border gates you will actually use.
5. Pay the fee online. You get a code to track your application.
6. Download the eVisa from your email in about 3 to 5 working days, and print it.

Apply at least a week before your flight, and before you pay for non-refundable hotels. A mistake in the form cannot be edited later. It needs a fresh application and a fresh fee.

New in 2026: the Vietnam digital arrival card

Since April 15, 2026, foreign visitors flying into Vietnam fill in a digital arrival declaration before they reach immigration. It began at Ho Chi Minh City and has since spread to Hanoi, Da Nang, Phu Quoc and Cam Ranh. Here is what you need to know:

• It is free. Any site that charges you for it is not the official one.
• It is not a visa. You still need your eVisa.
• You can submit it up to 72 hours before landing, from your phone.
• You get a QR code. Save it on your phone and keep a screenshot or printout ready for the immigration officer.
• It asks for your personal details, passport and visa details, flight and where you are staying.

Do this at home, not in the arrival queue. It takes a few minutes with good internet.

What about Vietnam visa on arrival for Indians?

Visa on arrival sounds easy, but it works differently from what the name suggests. You must get an approval letter before you fly, usually through an agent, and then collect the visa sticker at the airport. It works only for air arrivals, not land borders or sea ports. The eVisa skips the airport counter step, covers land and sea entry points as well, and costs less. For most travellers it is the better choice.

Five mistakes that delay or sink a Vietnam eVisa

• Blurry or cropped passport scan. The most common reason for delay.
• Details that do not match the passport, even a missing middle name.
• Wrong entry or exit points. Choose ports that match your real plan.
• No printout. Airlines and immigration expect a printed copy.
• Applying too late. Public holidays in Vietnam stretch the 3 to 5 working days.

Good to know before you go

• Stay length: The eVisa is valid for up to 90 days. Extensions are limited, so set your dates carefully.
• Work: The eVisa does not allow employment. A work permit and a work visa are needed for that.
• Phu Quoc island: Tourists can enter Phu Quoc without a visa for up to 30 days, but cannot continue to mainland Vietnam on that entry.
• Passport expiry: If your passport has less than 6 months left, renew it first.

Where DocuPro fits in

The eVisa form is short, but one wrong detail means a new application and a new fee. DocuPro handles the Vietnam eVisa for travellers in Bangalore from start to finish:

• Accurate form filling and document review
• A checklist built around your passport and trip
• Fee guidance and processing tracking
• Passport application or renewal if your passport needs it before you travel
• On-demand document pickup across Bangalore

Our service fee starts at ₹899 plus 18% GST. Government fees are paid separately at actuals.

Vietnam eVisa FAQs

How much does the Vietnam eVisa cost for Indians?

USD 25 (about ₹2,100) for single entry and USD 50 (about ₹4,200) for multiple entry. Both are valid for up to 90 days.

How long does the Vietnam eVisa take?

3 to 5 working days. Weekends and Vietnamese public holidays do not count.

Is the Vietnam eVisa valid for business trips?

Yes. One eVisa covers both tourism and business visits. It does not cover employment.

Do I need to fill in the arrival card if I have an eVisa?

Yes, if you are flying in. The arrival card is a separate free declaration and does not replace the visa.

Do children need their own Vietnam eVisa?

Yes. Every traveller needs a separate eVisa linked to their own passport.

Can I extend my Vietnam eVisa?

Extensions are limited. The eVisa gives up to 90 days, so choose your dates with that in mind.

Do I have to give entry and exit points?

Yes. The form asks for them. Choose the airports or border gates you will really use.

Can I get the Vietnam visa from Bangalore without visiting an embassy?

Yes. The eVisa is fully online, so no embassy visit is needed.

DocuPro is an independent service provider, not a government agency. Our fee covers assistance only. Government fees are charged at actuals. Visa rules, fees and processing times can change at short notice; confirm them on the official Vietnam government site before you apply or book travel. Final visa decisions rest with the Vietnam authorities.