How to apply for a 3-month Vietnam e-visa as a foreign national?

The visa expiry date is inclusive: if your visa is valid 'until the 3rd', you can still depart on the 3rd. No need to leave a day early.

Apply only through the official Vietnamese government portal evisa.gov.vn. Third-party services charge extra fees and can be unreliable — always go directly to the source.

A 90-day e-visa is available for most nationalities. Your departure country (e.g. Thailand) does not affect the e-visa application process.

Main steps: register on evisa.gov.vn, fill in the application form, upload a photo and passport scan, pay the fee (around $25 USD), wait for approval (typically 3 business days), then print the approved e-visa to carry with you.

Common pitfalls: name spelling must exactly match your passport, incorrect entry checkpoint selected, or an invalid photo. Double-check everything before submitting.

If you're unsure about applying yourself, a reputable visa agency can help — but verify reviews carefully. The official portal is always cheaper and more reliable.