United Kingdom
Vietnam
Vietnam visa for British citizens
Entry requirement
British citizens do not need a visa for Vietnam: stays of up to 45 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 45 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at vnembassy-london.mofa.gov.vn
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Vietnamese citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
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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 the United Kingdom 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 British citizens can stay in Vietnam
British citizens may stay in Vietnam for up to 45 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Vietnam.
Vietnam’s neighbours for British citizens
China requires British citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Vietnamese citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
Vietnamese citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
British citizens do not need a visa for Vietnam: stays of up to 45 days are visa-free.
How long can British citizens stay in Vietnam?
British citizens can stay in Vietnam for up to 45 days.
Do Vietnamese citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Vietnamese citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, obtained before travel.
Can British citizens enter Vietnam visa-free?
Yes, British 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.