Vietnamese Passport Visa-Free Countries (2026)
You've found the perfect flight deal, your leave is approved, and then you hit the wall: a restrictive embassy visa application. We've all been there.
But what if you didn't have to apply at all? Vietnamese passport holders can visit 25 countries visa-free, 39 with visa on arrival, and 42 with an eVisa — 106 destinations accessible without a traditional embassy visa application. The remaining 88 of 194 tracked destinations require a full visa.
Vietnam's passport offers 25 visa-free destinations — anchored by ASEAN neighbors and expanding through recent bilateral agreements with several Latin American and Central Asian countries.
Last verified: March 2026
Access at a Glance
| Visa Status | Destinations | Share | |---|---|---| | Visa Free | 25 | 13% | | Visa on Arrival | 39 | 20% | | eVisa | 42 | 22% | | Visa Required | 88 | 45% | | Total | 194 | |
Over half of all destinations (55%) are reachable without a traditional visa application. The 88 visa-required countries typically include destinations in Western Europe, North America, and Oceania — though a residence permit can change that significantly.
Visa-Free Destinations (25 Countries)
No application, no fee at the border. Present a valid Vietnamese passport and enter.
| Country | Region | |---|---| | Argentina | South America | | Barbados | Caribbean | | Belarus | Eastern Europe | | Brunei | Southeast Asia | | Cambodia | Southeast Asia | | Chile | South America | | Gabon | Central Africa | | Germany | Western Europe | | Haiti | Caribbean | | Indonesia | Southeast Asia | | Kazakhstan | Central Asia | | Kyrgyzstan | Central Asia | | Laos | Southeast Asia | | Malaysia | Southeast Asia | | Mongolia | East Asia | | Panama | Central America | | Philippines | Southeast Asia | | Rwanda | East Africa | | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | Caribbean | | Sao Tome and Principe | Central Africa | | Singapore | Southeast Asia | | Sri Lanka | South Asia | | Taiwan | East Asia | | Thailand | Southeast Asia | | Uzbekistan | Central Asia |
ASEAN neighbors (Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines) provide strong regional mobility, while Panama, Ecuador, and Kazakhstan add global reach.
Visa on Arrival (39 Countries)
No advance application required. You receive your visa at the immigration counter on arrival — bring your passport, return ticket, and any applicable fee.
| Country | Region | |---|---| | Algeria | North Africa | | Armenia | Caucasus | | Azerbaijan | Caucasus | | Bangladesh | South Asia | | Burundi | East Africa | | China | East Asia | | Comoros | East Africa | | Czech Republic | Central Europe | | Djibouti | East Africa | | DR Congo | Central Africa | | Egypt | North Africa | | Ethiopia | East Africa | | Guinea-Bissau | West Africa | | Iraq | Middle East | | Ivory Coast | West Africa | | Jordan | Middle East | | Lebanon | Middle East | | Madagascar | East Africa | | Maldives | South Asia | | Mauritius | East Africa | | Mozambique | Southern Africa | | Namibia | Southern Africa | | Nepal | South Asia | | Oman | Middle East | | Palau | Oceania | | Papua New Guinea | Oceania | | Paraguay | South America | | Saint Lucia | Caribbean | | Saudi Arabia | Middle East | | Sierra Leone | West Africa | | Solomon Islands | Oceania | | South Sudan | East Africa | | Sudan | North Africa | | Syria | Middle East | | Tajikistan | Central Asia | | Tanzania | East Africa | | Timor-Leste | Southeast Asia | | Tuvalu | Oceania | | Zimbabwe | Southern Africa |
Cambodia, Laos, the Maldives, and several African nations (Rwanda, Madagascar) offer visa on arrival, with Middle Eastern options growing.
How a Residence Permit Changes Your Access
A residence permit from a major economy can flip dozens of visa-required destinations to visa-free. The impact varies dramatically by permit.
| Residence Permit | Destinations Unlocked | New Visa-Free Total | Notable Additions | |---|---|---|---| | Schengen (e.g., Germany) | 50 | 75 | France, Italy, Spain, South Korea | | US Green Card | 21 | 46 | United States, Canada, South Korea, Turkey | | Ireland IRP | 18 | 43 | South Korea, Czech Republic, Finland, Ireland | | Canada PR | 16 | 41 | Canada, South Korea, Turkey, Mexico |
A Vietnamese passport with a Schengen residence permit brings your visa-free count from 25 to 75 — a 3x increase. Even a Canada PR adds 16 destinations to easier access. Check your exact combination on VisaRadar.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries can Vietnamese passport holders visit without a visa?
106 destinations are accessible without a traditional embassy visa — 25 visa-free, 39 with visa on arrival, and 42 with an eVisa. The remaining 88 of 194 countries require a full visa application. Check the current map on VisaRadar.
Which visa-free country is most popular with Vietnamese travelers?
Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore are the highest-traffic visa-free destinations for Vietnamese travelers, thanks to ASEAN mobility. South Korea and Japan are top aspirational destinations but require visas at baseline.
Does a residence permit help Vietnamese passport holders travel?
Yes, significantly. A Schengen residence permit is typically the biggest upgrade, unlocking dozens of additional destinations including all of Western Europe. A US Green Card, Canada PR, and UK residence also add meaningful access. Check your exact combination on VisaRadar.
How does the Vietnamese passport compare to other passports in VisaRadar's data?
With 25 visa-free destinations, the Vietnamese passport benefits heavily from ASEAN membership. A Schengen residence permit triples access to 75 destinations, unlocking Western Europe and much of the Americas.
Do visa-free rules change frequently?
Yes. Countries regularly update visa policies — bilateral agreements, security concerns, and diplomatic shifts can change access overnight. Always verify requirements with the destination country's official immigration website before booking travel.
Visa rules change frequently. Always verify requirements with the destination country's official embassy or immigration website before booking travel. Data from VisaRadar's database, last verified March 2026.
Explore your passport + residence permit combination on the VisaRadar interactive map to see exactly where you can go.