Vietnam's e-Visa system was significantly upgraded in August 2023: the stay duration increased from 30 to 90 days, single-entry was replaced by multiple-entry, and the fee was set at USD 25. Applications are processed at evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn and take approximately 3 business days. The e-Visa is accepted at all international airports, major land border crossings (Moc Bai, Lao Bao, Ha Tien, Tay Trang, Nam Phao, etc.), and designated seaports. Holders can enter multiple times during the 90-day validity. Nationalities such as US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Hong Kong, Taiwan, India, Israel, Turkey, UAE, South Africa, Ireland, and Greece use the e-Visa as their standard entry route since they are not on Vietnam's 45-day unilateral exemption list. For Chinese citizens, the e-Visa covers stays beyond 15 days. Nepalese and Sri Lankan passport holders also use this as their primary entry route.

Chinese ordinary passport holders receive a 15-day visa exemption to Vietnam, allowing entry without any prior arrangement. This exemption is granted on arrival at any international port of entry. For stays beyond 15 days, Chinese citizens must apply for the Vietnam e-Visa (90 days, USD 25, multiple entry) before travel. China is not on Vietnam's 45-day unilateral exemption list (which applies to EU/UK and select other countries).