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VietnamVietnam visa requirements for France citizens (2026)
Visa-free · up to 45 days. No. France passport holders do not need a visa for Vietnam for tourism and can stay up to 45 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel. Visa-exempt for up to 45 days (unilateral exemption, in force to 2028). Longer stays need an e-Visa (up to 90 days).
Visa-free for up to 45 days, no advance application needed.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Vietnam entry requirements for France citizens
- Requirement
- Visa-free
- Allowed stay
- 45 days
What to bring to Vietnam
- Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement)
- Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for
Recent rule changes for Vietnam
- 2025-08-15: 45-day visa exemption extended to 12 more European countries (to 14 Aug 2028); 12 others already had it to Mar 2028.
Good to know
- Everyone else can use Vietnam’s e-Visa (up to 90 days), apply only on evisa.gov.vn.
Vietnam at a glance for travellers
- 39 of 198 passports can enter Vietnam without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The France passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 148 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Vietnam National Authority of Tourism: visa exemption policies | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Vietnam e-Visa portal | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Vietnam entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
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Frequently asked questions
Do France citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
No. France passport holders do not need a visa for Vietnam for tourism and can stay up to 45 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel. Visa-exempt for up to 45 days (unilateral exemption, in force to 2028). Longer stays need an e-Visa (up to 90 days).
How long can France passport holders stay in Vietnam?
Up to 45 days per visit for tourism without a visa. Overstaying can lead to fines or entry bans.
What documents do France passport holders need for Vietnam?
Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address); Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement); Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for.
Do France passport holders need to apply for anything before travelling to Vietnam?
No advance visa application is needed for a tourist visit. Carry a valid passport and proof of onward travel.