Please refer to the information below regarding travel formalities applicable to Vietnam for United States citizens. U.S. passport holders are required to obtain a visa to enter Vietnam, including for tourism and short-term stays. Vietnam operates an official electronic visa (eVisa) system that allows U.S. citizens to apply for entry authorization prior to departure. Immigration rules and entry conditions are administered by the Vietnam Immigration Department, under the Ministry of Public Security, with official information available at https://immigration.gov.vn/ (https://immigration.gov.vn/). The official government portal for eVisa applications is: https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/ (https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/).
A U.S. passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended date of entry into Vietnam and must contain at least one blank page for immigration stamps. The Vietnamese eVisa is issued for a maximum stay of up to 90 days, with single-entry or multiple-entry options depending on the selection made during the application process. Upon arrival, immigration authorities may request proof of onward or return travel, confirmation of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient financial means to support the stay. Travelers are strongly advised to hold comprehensive travel and health insurance covering medical expenses, hospitalization, and potential repatriation.
From a health perspective, no vaccinations are mandatory for entry into Vietnam when traveling from the United States. However, several vaccinations are recommended depending on travel conditions, including hepatitis A and B, typhoid fever, and Japanese encephalitis. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only if arriving from a country where yellow fever is endemic. Travelers must strictly comply with local laws, immigration regulations, and identity checks, as Vietnamese authorities rigorously enforce entry conditions and authorized lengths of stay.