Switzerland
Vietnam
Vietnam visa for Swiss citizens
Entry requirement
Vietnam admits Swiss 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-bern.mofa.gov.vn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Vietnamese citizens travelling to Switzerland
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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.
For a trip from Switzerland to Vietnam, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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 Swiss citizens can stay in Vietnam
Swiss citizens may stay in Vietnam for up to 45 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Vietnam.
Vietnam’s neighbours for Swiss citizens
China and Laos admit Swiss citizens visa-free.
Vietnamese citizens travelling to Switzerland
Vietnamese citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Switzerland.
Frequently asked questions
Do Swiss citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Vietnam admits Swiss citizens without a visa for stays of up to 45 days.
How long can Swiss citizens stay in Vietnam?
Swiss citizens can stay in Vietnam for up to 45 days.
Do Vietnamese citizens need a visa for Switzerland?
Vietnamese citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Switzerland.
Can Swiss citizens enter Vietnam visa-free?
Yes, Swiss 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.