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title: Vietnam visa for citizens of Germany
description: Citizens of Germany can visit Vietnam without a visa for up to 45 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-08-16
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# Vietnam visa for citizens of Germany

Citizens of Germany can visit Vietnam without a visa for up to 45 days.

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 45 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Government fee:** $25
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Check visa-free eligibility** — German passport holders can enter Vietnam visa-free for up to 45 days. For longer stays, apply for an e-Visa.
2. **Prepare documents (if applying for e-Visa)** — Have your passport (valid 6+ months), digital photo, and travel details ready.
3. **Complete online e-Visa application** — Go to the official Vietnam e-Visa portal and fill in the form with personal and travel information.
4. **Pay the e-Visa fee** — Pay the US$25 fee online using a credit/debit card.
5. **Receive e-Visa approval** — Processing takes about 3 working days. The e-Visa is sent via email as a PDF.
6. **Print the e-Visa** — Carry a printed copy of the e-Visa to present upon arrival.
7. **Arrive in Vietnam** — Present your passport and printed e-Visa (if applicable) at immigration. Visa-free entry is stamped on arrival.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport (valid at least 6 months from entry date)** (Identity): Must have at least 2 blank pages.
- **Digital passport photo (4x6 cm, white background)** (Identity): Uploaded during e-Visa application.
- **Flight itinerary / booking confirmation** (Travel, optional): Not mandatory but may be requested at immigration.
- **Hotel reservation / proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Not mandatory but may be requested at immigration.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Not mandatory but may be requested at immigration.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel, optional): Not mandatory but may be requested at immigration.

## Good to know

- Visa-free stay is limited to 45 days; overstaying may result in fines or deportation.
- e-Visa is single entry only; re-entry requires a new visa.
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields before submitting.
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from entry.
- **Criminal record or previous visa violation** — Disclose any relevant history honestly.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Germany need a visa for Vietnam?

Citizens of Germany can visit Vietnam without a visa for up to 45 days.

### How long can citizens of Germany stay in Vietnam?

Up to 45 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Germany need for Vietnam?

Passport (valid at least 6 months from entry date); Digital passport photo (4x6 cm, white background); Flight itinerary / booking confirmation; Hotel reservation / proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Return or onward ticket.

### How long must my passport be valid for Vietnam?

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- [evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn](https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/)

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- [Vietnam visa for every passport](/visa/vietnam)
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