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Visa-Free Countries for Vietnam Passport in 2026

Vietnamese passport holders can access 55 destinations worldwide without obtaining a traditional embassy visa. This includes 34 countries with complete visa-free entry, 31 destinations offering visa on arrival, and 4 countries requiring electronic travel authorizations. Vietnam passport provides moderate global mobility, with strongest access to Asian destinations and growing opportunities in other regions.

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Visa-Free
31
Visa on Arrival
4
eTA Required
55
Total Access

Visa-Free Countries

Vietnamese passport holders can enter the following 34 countries without obtaining any visa. Entry is granted through simple passport inspection at border control, with permitted stay durations ranging from 14 to 180 days depending on the destination.

  • Armenia
  • Bahrain
  • Belarus
  • Bolivia
  • Brunei
  • Cambodia
  • Chile
  • Dominica
  • Ecuador
  • Fiji
  • Grenada
  • Indonesia
  • Jamaica
  • Kazakhstan
  • Kyrgyzstan
  • Laos
  • Malaysia
  • Maldives
  • Mauritius
  • Micronesia
  • Mongolia
  • Myanmar
  • Pakistan
  • Panama
  • Peru
  • Philippines
  • Russia
  • Seychelles
  • South Korea
  • St. Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Tajikistan
  • Thailand
  • Turkey
  • Uzbekistan

Visa on Arrival Countries

Vietnamese passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival at the following 31 destinations. This requires payment of a visa fee and submission of documents at the port of entry before immigration clearance.

  • Burundi
  • Cambodia
  • Cape Verde
  • Comoros
  • Egypt
  • Ethiopia
  • Guinea-Bissau
  • Iran
  • Jordan
  • Kuwait
  • Laos
  • Madagascar
  • Mauritania
  • Mozambique
  • Nepal
  • Oman
  • Palau
  • Papua New Guinea
  • Rwanda
  • Samoa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Senegal
  • Sierra Leone
  • Somalia
  • Tanzania
  • Timor-Leste
  • Togo
  • Tuvalu
  • Uganda
  • Zambia
  • Zimbabwe

eTA Required Countries

The following 4 destinations require Vietnamese passport holders to obtain an electronic travel authorization (eTA) before travel. ETAs are applied for online and typically approved within 72 hours.

  • Australia
  • India
  • New Zealand
  • Sri Lanka

Countries Requiring a Visa in Advance

Vietnamese passport holders require traditional embassy visas for most European Schengen countries, the United States, Canada, UK, Japan, China, and approximately 175 other destinations.

For detailed visa requirements for specific destinations, use our Trip Visa Finder to check entry requirements for your complete travel itinerary.

Regional Breakdown

Vietnamese passport holders have varying levels of access across different world regions. Here's how the 55 visa-free destinations break down geographically:

Europe

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Limited access to European destinations. Most Schengen countries require advance visa applications.

Asia

20

Moderate access to Asian countries with many destinations offering visa on arrival or eVisa options.

Americas

8

Limited access to the Americas with several countries requiring advance visa applications.

Africa

12

Moderate access to Africa with visa on arrival common for tourist destinations.

Middle East

6

Limited access to Middle Eastern destinations with many requiring advance visas.

Oceania

9

Access to Pacific island nations with Australia and New Zealand typically requiring eTA or eVisitor arrangements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Check Entry Requirements by Destination

While this page lists visa-free access for Vietnamese passport holders, each destination has additional entry requirements beyond visa status. Check destination-specific entry requirements including passport validity, proof of funds, onward tickets, and health insurance.

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Sources and Methodology

This visa information is compiled from official government immigration websites, embassy announcements, and verified traveler reports. We continuously monitor changes to visa policies and update our data to reflect current entry requirements.

Learn more about our research methodology and data verification process.

Last Updated: February 21, 2026

Note: Visa policies can change without notice. Always verify current entry requirements with official government sources or embassies before booking international travel.

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