Netherlands
Vietnam
Vietnam visa for Dutch citizens
Entry requirement
Vietnam admits Dutch citizens without a visa for stays of up to 45 days.
- Maximum stay
- 45 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at vnembassy-thehague.mofa.gov.vn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Vietnamese citizens travelling to the Netherlands
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Travel advice for Vietnam
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Dutch citizens planning a trip to Vietnam can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates Vietnam at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 23 June 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Vietnam (updated 21 September 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Vietnam (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Dutch citizens can stay in Vietnam
Dutch citizens may stay in Vietnam for up to 45 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Vietnam.
Vietnam’s neighbours for Dutch citizens
China admits Dutch citizens visa-free.
Vietnamese citizens travelling to the Netherlands
The Netherlands requires Vietnamese citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do Dutch citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Vietnam admits Dutch citizens without a visa for stays of up to 45 days.
How long can Dutch citizens stay in Vietnam?
Dutch citizens can stay in Vietnam for up to 45 days.
Do Vietnamese citizens need a visa for the Netherlands?
The Netherlands requires Vietnamese citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can Dutch citizens enter Vietnam visa-free?
Yes, Dutch citizens can enter Vietnam without a visa and stay for up to 45 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.