Vietnam Visa for Filipino Citizens (2026)
Filipino citizens do not need a visa for stays of up to 21 days in Vietnam, under the visa exemption between Vietnam and the Philippines. For stays longer than 21 days, apply for a Vietnam e-visa (up to 90 days, 25/50 USD) or a visa through an approval letter. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
| Option | Stay | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Visa-free | Up to 21 days | Short holidays and visits |
| E-visa | Up to 90 days | Longer trips |
| Approval letter / embassy visa | By purpose | Business, work, family |
On this page
- Do Filipino citizens need a visa?
- E-visa
- Approval letter and visa on arrival
- Business, work and long stays
- Entry requirements
- FAQ
Do Filipino citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Not for stays of up to 21 days. Overstaying the 21 days is fined, so apply for an e-visa if your trip may be longer.
Phu Quoc island is also visa-free for up to 30 days for all nationalities (Phu Quoc only).
Vietnam e-visa for Filipino citizens
All nationalities can apply for a Vietnam e-visa online at the official site thithucdientu.gov.vn: up to 90 days, single entry (25 USD) or multiple entry (50 USD), processed in 3 working days. You can enter through any of the 83 e-visa ports. Guides: how to apply, check your status.
Approval letter and visa on arrival
If you need a visa for a specific purpose (business, work, family) or in a hurry, a Vietnamese sponsor can obtain an approval letter and you collect the visa at the airport. See visa on arrival Vietnam and urgent visa.
Business, work and long stays
- Business trips: DN business visa (up to 12 months).
- Employment: work permit plus LD work visa, then a temporary residence card.
- Spouses of Vietnamese citizens: TT family visa.
- Already in Vietnam on the wrong visa? See changing visa purpose.
Entry requirements
- Passport valid for at least 6 months, with blank pages.
- Printed e-visa, approval letter or proof of visa exemption.
- Do not overstay: fines start at 0.5–2 million VND and rise sharply (overstay fines).
- Your accommodation must declare your stay to the police within 12 hours.
Government fees: Vietnam visa fees 2026.
FAQ
How long can Filipinos stay in Vietnam without a visa?
Up to 21 days.
Can Filipinos extend the 21-day stay?
Plan ahead: for longer stays, enter on an e-visa or a visa via approval letter.
Can Filipinos work in Vietnam visa-free?
No. Work requires a work permit and an LD visa.
Need a Vietnam visa?
Info Travel handles e-visas, approval letters, extensions and residence cards. Contact us or call +84 327 828 822.
Sources: Law on Entry, Exit, Transit and Residence of Foreigners (amended 2023); Circular 28/2026/TT-BTC; Embassy of Vietnam lists of visa exemptions.
