What documents does a Canada citizen need for a Vietnam visa?

- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay, with at least one blank page - A digital passport-style photo and a scanned photo page of the passport for the online application - Proof of accommodation or itinerary may be requested at the airport - No fixed minimum funds document required, though officers may ask for proof of means - Biometrics: none required for the e-visa application itself; a photo and fingerprints may be taken at some ports of entry - Travel health insurance is recommended though not mandatory for entry

What types of visas can Canada citizens get for Vietnam?

- E-visa (single entry): valid 90 days from date of entry, single entry, fee USD 25 - E-visa (multiple entry): valid 90 days from date of entry, unlimited entries within that period, fee USD 50 - Both cover tourism and general business visits; longer or employment-based stays require a separate work permit and visa arranged through a Vietnamese sponsor

How do Canada citizens apply for a Vietnam visa?

- Apply at the official portal evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn (avoid third-party sites that charge extra) - Steps: create an account, upload the passport photo page and a personal photo, enter travel dates and entry/exit points, pay online by card - Fee: USD 25 single entry or USD 50 multiple entry, paid in USD online - Processing time: officially up to 3 working days, though it can occasionally take longer during peak season - Approval is emailed as a PDF, which must be printed or saved to show at check-in and immigration

How much does a Vietnam visa cost for Canada citizens?

- E-visa fee: USD 25 single entry / USD 50 multiple entry, paid directly on the government portal - No separate service fee when applying through the official site; third-party agencies charge extra for the same service - Standard processing: about 3 business days; applying a week or more ahead of travel is recommended - No official expedited option, though some paid agencies advertise faster processing for an extra fee

What should Canada citizens know before traveling to Vietnam?

- Apply only through the official evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn portal or a Vietnamese embassy to avoid overpaying through unofficial sites - Double-check the entry and exit points selected on the application, since errors can still cause issues at the checkpoint - Print a physical copy of the approved e-visa, since some checkpoints have inconsistent internet access to verify digital copies - Common rejection reason: a photo or passport scan that is blurry or doesn't meet the size/format requirements - For stays beyond 90 days, arrange an extension through a licensed travel agent inside Vietnam or a border run, since e-visas can't be extended past their original validity

Vietnam Visa for Canada Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Canadian citizens can obtain a Vietnam e-visa online before travel — valid for up to 90 days with single or multiple entry, fee from USD 25, processing about 3 business days.

Guide last updated September 30, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay, with at least one blank page
A digital passport-style photo and a scanned photo page of the passport for the online application
Proof of accommodation or itinerary may be requested at the airport
No fixed minimum funds document required, though officers may ask for proof of means
Biometrics: none required for the e-visa application itself; a photo and fingerprints may be taken at some ports of entry
Travel health insurance is recommended though not mandatory for entry

Visa types

E-visa (single entry): valid 90 days from date of entry, single entry, fee USD 25
E-visa (multiple entry): valid 90 days from date of entry, unlimited entries within that period, fee USD 50
Both cover tourism and general business visits; longer or employment-based stays require a separate work permit and visa arranged through a Vietnamese sponsor

How to apply online

Apply at the official portal evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn (avoid third-party sites that charge extra)
Steps: create an account, upload the passport photo page and a personal photo, enter travel dates and entry/exit points, pay online by card
Fee: USD 25 single entry or USD 50 multiple entry, paid in USD online
Processing time: officially up to 3 working days, though it can occasionally take longer during peak season
Approval is emailed as a PDF, which must be printed or saved to show at check-in and immigration

Fees & processing time

E-visa fee: USD 25 single entry / USD 50 multiple entry, paid directly on the government portal
No separate service fee when applying through the official site; third-party agencies charge extra for the same service
Standard processing: about 3 business days; applying a week or more ahead of travel is recommended
No official expedited option, though some paid agencies advertise faster processing for an extra fee

Tips for Canada travelers

Apply only through the official evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn portal or a Vietnamese embassy to avoid overpaying through unofficial sites
Double-check the entry and exit points selected on the application, since errors can still cause issues at the checkpoint
Print a physical copy of the approved e-visa, since some checkpoints have inconsistent internet access to verify digital copies
Common rejection reason: a photo or passport scan that is blurry or doesn't meet the size/format requirements
For stays beyond 90 days, arrange an extension through a licensed travel agent inside Vietnam or a border run, since e-visas can't be extended past their original validity

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.