U.S. visa for Vietnamese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Vietnamese passport holders visiting United States for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Vietnamese citizens to enter United States for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | United States e-visa for Vietnamese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United States visa on arrival for Vietnamese citizens | Not Available | |
United States tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Vietnamese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United States.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United States.
If you are looking for United States visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Vietnam, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of United States nearest your place of residence.
- Hanoi: The Embassy of United States in Hanoi, Vietnam (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 38 minutes)
- Ho Chi Minh City: The Consulate General of United States in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 38 minutes)
United States visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United States diplomatic mission offices to Vietnam for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Vietnam traveling to United States from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Vietnam) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 522,063 | N/A |
| 2009 | 495,927 | -5.01% |
| 2010 | 540,090 | 8.91% |
| 2011 | 571,297 | 5.78% |
| 2012 | 602,702 | 5.50% |
| 2013 | 644,786 | 6.98% |
| 2014 | 0 | -100.00% |
| 2015 | 0 | % |
| 2016 | 80,936 | % |
| 2017 | 86,180 | 6.48% |
| 2018 | 100,423 | 16.53% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United States & Vietnam comparison
United States's area is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi), while the area of Vietnam is approximately 310,070 km2 (119,718 sq mi). This means Vietnam is 29.50 times smaller than United States.
As of October 2025, United States's population is ~340.8 million people - 238,999,745 more people than the population of Vietnam.
We have highlighted United States & Vietnam’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United States | Vietnam | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 340,767,229 | 101,767,484 | 239.0 million more people live in United States than Vietnam |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 273 | 96 | United States has 177 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Vietnam. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 134 | 21 | United States passport holders can visit 113 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 1147 | 107 | U.S. hosts 1040 more foreign missions than Vietnam. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Vietnam travel to United States in one year?
The number of visitors from Vietnam visiting United States in 2018 was approximately 100,423.
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