Southeast Asia
Vietnam Visa Guide
Fast-growing nomad scene
Quick answer
Vietnam offers several visa categories, including work routes like the Business Visa (DN1, DN2) with stays up to 90 days [3][4], family routes such as the Dependent Visa (TT) for 45 days [5][6][7], and other routes like additional coded categories (LV, HN, PV, VR, SQ) [1][2] and the Diplomatic Visa (NG) [8]. Overall, there are at least five distinct visa types covering work, family, entrepreneurship, and diplomatic purposes.
At a glance
Vietnam has no dedicated nomad visa yet, but business visas remain a workable route for entrepreneurs and freelancers, with an energetic scene in Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City.
Visa options in Vietnam (11)
Tourist / short-stay
Work
Investor / entrepreneur
Other visa types
Additional coded categories (LV, HN, PV, VR, SQ, and others)
other
Diplomatic Visa (NG)
other
Student Visa (DH)
other
Temporary Residence Card (TRC) / Permanent Residence
other
Visa Exemption Certificate (up to 5yr, specific eligibility)
other
Does Vietnam have a special entry zone?
Parts of this country apply entry rules different from the national baseline — do not conflate them with the national visas above.
30-day visa exemption for ALL nationalities, since 2014 (Decision No. 80/2013/QD-TTg). Must arrive directly by air/sea from outside Vietnam; does not permit travel to mainland Vietnam.
Am I eligible for anything here?
Vietnam's visa eligibility depends heavily on:
- Your nationality — some visas apply nationality-based exclusions or bilateral agreements
- Your income and financial situation
- How long you want to stay
- Whether you're bringing dependents
Embassies & consulates
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum stay for a business visa in Vietnam?
Business visas under categories DN1 and DN2 permit stays of up to 90 days per visit [3][4].
How long can a dependent stay in Vietnam on a dependent visa?
The Dependent Visa (TT) allows a stay of 45 days for family members [5][6][7].
Is there a visa option for diplomatic personnel traveling to Vietnam?
Yes, the Diplomatic Visa (NG) is available for diplomatic purposes [8].
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Sources
One numbered entry per specific claim — several entries may point to the same underlying document, each with its own locator.
- [1]
Additional coded categories (LV, HN, PV, VR, SQ, and others) — Other route
Terminal: no_dedicated_visa · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Cross-referenced - [2]
Additional coded categories (LV, HN, PV, VR, SQ, and others) — Other route
Immigration Dept (general index, not independently broken out this pass) [Low] · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Verified — official source - [3]
Business Visa (DN1, DN2) — Work route, Maximum 90 days per stay
Vietnam National Electronic Visa system [Verified (from earlier)] · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Verified — official source - [4]
Business Visa (DN1, DN2) — Work route, Maximum 90 days per stay
Terminal: no_dedicated_visa · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Cross-referenced - [5]
Dependent Visa (TT) — Family route, 45 days
Primary source · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Verified — deep-linked - [6]
Dependent Visa (TT) — Family route, 45 days
Immigration Dept [Verified (deep-linked)] · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Verified — official source - [7]
Dependent Visa (TT) — Family route, 45 days
Terminal: no_dedicated_visa · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Cross-referenced - [8]
Diplomatic Visa (NG) — Other route
Immigration Dept [Verified (deep-linked)] · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Verified — official source - [9]
Effective tax-rate estimate for foreign residents (~20%)
VisaBook internal estimate (soft-preference data) · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Verified — deep-linkedVisaBook internal soft-preference estimate used by Search filters — not an official statistic.
- [10]
Affordability index and climate tags
VisaBook internal estimate (soft-preference data) · Last verified: Jul 24, 2026Verified — deep-linkedVisaBook internal soft-preference estimate used by Search filters — not an official statistic.
This page reflects Vietnam's officially published visa categories as of the dates above. It is not legal advice. For detailed, case-specific requirements for any visa listed here, see that visa's own page.