How long can Belarusians stay visa-free?
Vietnam's official Ministry of Foreign Affairs list states that Belarusian citizens holding ordinary passports may enter visa-free for up to 30 days. The bilateral visa-exemption agreement took effect on 30 January 2025. Under the ordinary-passport arrangement, the total visa-free stay is also limited to no more than 90 days in a calendar year.
When to use an e-Visa
- Your planned stay is longer than 30 days.
- You want a clearly defined stay of up to 90 days.
- Your itinerary includes several entries and a multiple-entry e-Visa is more practical.
- The visa-free allowance has already been used or does not fit your route.
What to check before travelling
- Passport validity.
- The exact number of days in the current trip.
- How much visa-free stay has already been used in the relevant period.
- Whether you need a single- or multiple-entry e-Visa.
- Whether your planned port of entry accepts e-Visa travellers.
Questions and answers
Do Belarusian citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
For a trip of up to 30 days, an ordinary Belarusian passport holder does not need a visa if the bilateral visa-exemption conditions are met.
Can I stay 30 days, leave, and immediately return for another 30?
The agreement includes an overall visa-free limit of no more than 90 days in a calendar year, and each new entry is still assessed by border authorities.
Can Belarusian citizens apply for a Vietnam e-Visa?
Yes. Vietnam's e-Visa is available to citizens of all countries and territories and can be issued for up to 90 days.
Where should I verify the rules?
Use Vietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs resources and the official e-Visa portal.