Yes. The vietnam e visa gives you up to 90 days, single or multiple entry, and it cannot be extended inside Vietnam. You'll have to leave and apply again for a new stay. The rule that shapes your lease is Article 33 of Law 47/2014: your host must declare your stay within 12 hours of each move.
Key takeaways
- Open to all nationalities, up to 90 days, single or multiple entry.
- State fees reported as USD 25 single / USD 50 multiple under Circular 28/2026/TT-BTC effective 1 Apr 2026.
- No extension inside Vietnam — exit and re-apply, or move to work permit to LD visa to TRC.
- Host declares you within 12 hours; 1-3 month furnished lets fit; 12-month lease only once TRC path is started.
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Say you fly in for eight weeks to check factories and visit schools. An agent pushes a 12-month lease with heavy upfront payment. You don't need it yet.
What does vietnam visa 90 days actually give you in 2026?
With a vietnam e visa you can stay up to 90 days and choose single or multiple entry when you apply. It's open to all nationalities, which suits scouting trips and short projects.
Multiple entry helps if you'll hop to Bangkok or Seoul mid-trip. You'll still face the same end date.
| Point | Rule for 2026 |
|---|---|
| Validity | Up to 90 days from entry date granted |
| Entries | Single or multiple, fixed at application |
| Extension | None inside Vietnam |
| Registration | Host declares within 12 hours under Law 47/2014 Article 33 |
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What is vietnam visa cost and where do you apply?
Apply for your vietnam e visa through a .gov.vn portal, not an agency checkout page. The Vietcetera Master Guide 2026 reports state fees of USD 25 for single entry and USD 50 for multiple entry under Circular 28/2026/TT-BTC effective 1 Apr 2026.
Don't confuse that state fee with an agency's all-in service price. Agencies add their own handling charge.
| What you pay | What it is |
|---|---|
| State fee | USD 25 single / USD 50 multiple, per Circular 28/2026/TT-BTC |
| Agency charge | Optional service fee, not the government fee |
Can you extend a Vietnam e-visa inside Vietnam?
No. A vietnam e visa cannot be extended after you arrive, a point noted by Tan Van Lang on 20 Mar 2026 and The Sentry on 19 Aug 2026. If it expires, you must leave and apply for a new one.
If you'll work long term, your employer usually starts a work permit to LD visa to temporary residence card (TRC) path. Article 7(4) of Law 51/2019 covers that visa-to-TRC step.
- Short stay: exit, then re-apply for a new 90-day e-visa.
- Work stay: start work permit early, don't wait until week 10.
- Keep every entry stamp and declaration slip until your TRC is issued.
Which lease length fits a vietnam visa stay?
No law sets a minimum lease term, and a lease need not match your visa dates. What's tied to your visa is police registration, not the contract. A landlord or agent may ask to see the tenant's visa or temporary residence registration when signing.
For a 90-day window, take a 1-3 month furnished let or serviced apartment. Sign a 12-month lease only once the work permit to TRC path is under way. Furnished short lets ask more than yearly rates, and 2026 is widely reported as a correction, so there's no pressure to lock long on a first trip.
Asking rents in a sample of public listings on 30 Sep 2026 ran as follows, all asking prices rather than achieved rents. That Listing sample, 30 Sep 2026 puts District 1 studios and Da Nang riverside 1BRs in very different bands:
| Area and type | Asking rent per month | Period and basis |
|---|---|---|
| Ho Chi Minh City District 1, studio 15-50 m2 | 5,500,000-11,000,000 VND | Sep 2026, about 20 asking listings |
| Da Nang Hai Chau riverside, 1BR | 5,500,000-28,000,000 VND | 17-30 Sep 2026, asking listings |
| Di An near HCMC, 2BR 50-61 m2 | 5,200,000-7,700,000 VND | Apr-Sep 2026, 16 asking listings |
FAQ
What are the new visa rules for Vietnam in 2026?
Up to 90 days, single or multiple entry, open to all nationalities, with no in-country extension. Use a .gov.vn portal and keep your own copies.
Should I use the evisa vietnam official website?
Yes, apply on a .gov.vn portal yourself. If an agent helps, you'll still pay the state fee plus their service fee.
How do I renew my visa after it expires?
A vietnam e visa can't be renewed inside the country. Leave, apply again, and ask your next landlord to declare you within 12 hours. For work, shift to the LD visa and TRC route before day 90.
Get these answers in writing before you pay: will you declare my stay within 12 hours and share proof, what are the early-exit and deposit terms, and how is electricity and the management fee billed? Message the English desk on Zalo or WhatsApp for a short-let lease checklist and current 1-3 month options that match your entry dates.
