Industry reporting from April 2026 noted that Vietnam's standard e-visa processing time had been reduced to approximately 48 hours, positioning it among the fastest visa turnarounds in Southeast Asia. This builds on a broader expansion of Vietnam's e-visa system since late 2023, which introduced 90-day validity with both single and multiple-entry options for eligible nationalities.
Faster processing is good news for later-notice travel planning, though our general advice hasn't changed: apply as early as comfortably possible and always confirm current fees and processing times on Vietnam's official e-visa portal before booking non-refundable travel. See our visa guide for the full overview.
Source: The Traveler