Vietnam Visa for Dutch Citizens: How to Apply Online (2026)

Dutch travelers planning a trip to Vietnam can apply for an e-Visa entirely online. This guide covers the documents, the ten steps, the time difference between the Netherlands and Vietnam, and what to do when your flight is close.

In short

Apply online with a passport scan, a portrait photo and a payment card. The government fee is $25 (single entry) or $50 (multiple entry), with standard processing of 3–5 working days. If time is short, urgent options run from 30 minutes ($215) to 4 days ($65), plus a $230 weekend and holiday service. Approval is decided by Vietnam Immigration and cannot be guaranteed.

Days maximum stay

$25

Govt fee, single

+5–6 h

Vietnam vs NL

Entry points

Check the entry rules for your trip. Vietnam's visa policies can change, including exemptions for short stays that apply to some nationalities for limited periods. Before you book, confirm what applies to your passport, your length of stay and the purpose of your trip with the Embassy of Vietnam in The Hague or an official Vietnamese government source. This guide is for travelers who have decided to apply for an e-Visa.

What the e-Visa is for. Under our service terms, the e-Visa covers tourism. Work, teaching, volunteering, conferences and religious activities are not covered. If your trip involves any of these, message us before applying.

When an e-Visa makes sense

You plan a longer stay. An e-Visa can be valid for up to 90 days.
You want flexibility. Choosing 3-month validity lets you change your plans without a new application.
You will leave and re-enter. A multiple-entry e-Visa suits side trips to Cambodia, Laos or Thailand.
You want certainty at the border. A visa issued in advance can be verified online before you fly.

If you are unsure whether you need a visa at all, message us on WhatsApp before paying. We would rather tell you not to apply than take a fee you do not need.

How to apply, step by step

Confirm that an e-Visa is right for your tripCheck the current entry rules for your passport, length of stay and purpose of travel. Apply for an e-Visa if you need or want one.

Prepare your documentsA Dutch passport valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date, a clear portrait photo, a clear scan of the passport photo page, an email address you can access, and a payment card.

Open the applicationApply on the government portal (evisa.gov.vn) or through our service. Both lead to the same visa issued by Vietnam Immigration.

Enter details exactly as in your passportFull name including all given names, date of birth, place of birth and passport number. Copy the spelling and order from the passport data page.

Enter your arrival date and choose 3-month validityUse the date you plan to land in Vietnam. Choosing 3 months gives you the most flexibility if plans change.

Choose single or multiple entrySingle entry suits one trip. Choose multiple entry if you will leave Vietnam and return, for example on a side trip to Cambodia, Laos or Thailand.

Select your entry pointChoose the airport or border gate where you will actually arrive. Vietnam accepts 83 approved entry points.

Upload your photo and passport scanNatural light, plain light background, face fully visible, no glare. A poor photo is the most common cause of delay.

Review every field, then payThe government fee ($25 single, $50 multiple) is non-refundable once submitted. Save your application code and the email you registered before paying.

Track, receive and verifyThe e-Visa arrives by email as a PDF. Search your code at evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/search to check status and confirm the visa is genuine.

Travelling with children? Each child needs a separate e-Visa when one is required. For families and groups, message us on WhatsApp and we will guide you.

The government fee is non-refundable. A rejected application, a typo in your name or a change of plans does not return it, and the portal has no support line. Confirm that you need an e-Visa before you pay.

Netherlands to Vietnam: time difference and working hours

Vietnam is 5 hours ahead of the Netherlands in summer time (CEST) and 6 hours ahead in winter time (CET, from the last Sunday of October). The government system works Monday to Friday, and public holidays in Vietnam pause processing.

Vietnam time	Netherlands (CEST)	Netherlands (CET)
8:00 – 11:30	3:00 – 6:30	2:00 – 5:30
13:30 – 18:00	8:30 – 13:00	7:30 – 12:00

For fast delivery, order in the Dutch morning so your file is reviewed during Vietnam's afternoon. For weekends and holidays, submit and pay with us by 15:00 Vietnam time (10:00 CEST, 09:00 CET) to receive your visa by 18:00 Vietnam time (13:00 CEST, 12:00 CET) the same day.

Our e-Visa prices (US dollars)

These prices apply to a single-entry e-Visa and include the government fee. Multiple entry adds $25.

Package	Delivery time	Single entry	Multiple entry
Normal	4–6 working days	$50	$75
Urgent 4 days	4 days	$65	$90
Urgent 3 days	3 days	$90	$115
Urgent 2 days	2 days	$100	$125
Urgent 1 day	1 day	$110	$135
Urgent 5 hours	5 hours	$125	$150
Urgent 2.5 hours	2.5 hours	$155	$180
Urgent 1.5 hours	1.5 hours	$185	$210
Urgent 30–60 min	30–60 minutes	$215	$240
Weekend / holiday	Same day, by 18:00 VN	$230	$255

Already applied on the government site? Do not apply again. We can speed up your existing file and deduct the $25 government fee. See how to speed up an existing application.

Government portal or a visa service?

evisa.gov.vn

Lowest cost: $25 single / $50 multiple
Best if you apply 2+ weeks ahead
No urgent option, no weekend service, no live support
Fee not refundable in any case

Visa service

Urgent delivery from 30 minutes, weekends and holidays included
Details checked before you pay
24/7 support by WhatsApp and email
Higher cost than the government fee alone

We are a private visa service, not a government website. Whichever route you choose, you can verify the visa yourself at evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/search.

Common mistakes

Paying before checking the rulesConfirm what applies to your passport and trip first, and message us if you are unsure.

Short passport validityKeep at least 6 months of validity from your arrival date.

Name spellingCopy all given names exactly as printed on the passport data page.

A poor photoBlurry, dark or off-center photos are the top cause of delay.

Losing the application codeSave the code and the registered email. Without them you cannot track or download the visa.

Why travelers use our service

What we commit to

Honest advice, including telling you if you should not apply
Itemized pricing with the government fee included
24/7 WhatsApp and email support
Visas verifiable on the official portal
Customer reviews on Trustpilot

Our refund policy, plainly

Refund if you cancel before processing begins (a small transaction fee may apply under our terms)
Refund if we miss the delivery time we committed to
No refund once submitted to Vietnam Immigration, because the government fee is already incurred
Full details: cancellation and refund policy

Frequently asked questions

Do Dutch citizens need a visa for Vietnam?

Entry rules depend on your passport, length of stay and purpose of travel, and Vietnam's policies on short-stay exemptions can change. Confirm the rules that apply to you with the Embassy of Vietnam in The Hague or an official Vietnamese government source before you book. If you need or want a visa, the e-Visa is applied for online and delivered by email.

How long is a Vietnam e-Visa valid?

Up to 90 days, as single or multiple entry. Choosing 3-month validity gives you the most flexibility.

How much does a Vietnam e-Visa cost for Dutch citizens?

The government fee is $25 for single entry and $50 for multiple entry. Through our service, all-in prices run from $50 for normal processing to $215 for 30–60 minute processing, with $230 for weekends and holidays. Prices are in US dollars.

How long does a Vietnam e-Visa take?

The government timeline is typically 3–5 working days, Monday to Friday in Vietnam time. Urgent options deliver in 30 minutes to 4 days, and a weekend and holiday service is available.

What is the time difference between the Netherlands and Vietnam?

Vietnam is 5 hours ahead of the Netherlands in summer time (CEST) and 6 hours ahead in winter time (CET). The government system works 8:00–11:30 and 13:30–18:00 Vietnam time.

Do I need to print my e-Visa?

No. A digital copy on your phone is accepted. A printed backup is optional.

Do children need their own e-Visa?

Yes. Every child with a passport needs a separate application. Combining a child with a parent can cause the whole application to be rejected.

Can I extend my e-Visa in Vietnam?

Not with a simple online request. You can arrange an extension at a Vietnamese immigration office, or exit Vietnam and apply for a new e-Visa before re-entering.

What if my flight leaves soon and I have no visa?

Use an urgent package. A complete, accurate application can be approved in 30–60 minutes during Vietnam working hours, or choose the weekend and holiday service. Approval is decided by Vietnam Immigration and cannot be guaranteed.

Do I get a refund if the deadline is missed?

Yes. If we miss the delivery time we committed to, you are refunded. The government fee is not refundable once your application has been submitted to Vietnam Immigration.

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Vietnam Visa for Dutch Citizens: How to Apply (2026)