Vietnamese visa for Italian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Italian passport holders visiting Vietnam for a short-term stay: 45 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Italian citizens to enter Vietnam for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 45 days |
| Evisa | Vietnam e-visa for Italian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Vietnam visa on arrival for Italian citizens | Not Available | |
Vietnam tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Italian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Vietnam.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Vietnam.
If you are looking for Vietnam visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Italy, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Vietnam nearest your place of residence.
- Rome: The Embassy of Vietnam in Rome, Italy (Working hours: Close now)
Vietnam visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Vietnam diplomatic mission offices to Italy for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Italy traveling to Vietnam from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Italy) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 94,886 | N/A |
| 2009 | 83,933 | -11.54% |
| 2010 | 113,120 | 34.77% |
| 2011 | 0 | -100.00% |
| 2012 | 31,337 | % |
| 2013 | 32,143 | 2.57% |
| 2014 | 36,427 | 13.33% |
| 2015 | 40,291 | 10.61% |
| 2016 | 51,265 | 27.24% |
| 2017 | 58,041 | 13.22% |
| 2018 | 65,562 | 12.96% |
| 2019 | 70,798 | 7.99% |
| 2020 | 17,774 | -74.89% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Vietnam & Italy comparison
Vietnam's area is approximately 310,070 km2 (119,718 sq mi), while the area of Italy is approximately 294,140 km2 (113,568 sq mi). This means Italy is 5.42% smaller than Vietnam.
As of October 2025, Vietnam's population is ~101.8 million people - 41,759,122 more people than the population of Italy.
We have highlighted Vietnam & Italy’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Vietnam | Italy | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 101,767,484 | 60,008,362 | 41.8 million more people live in Vietnam than Italy |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 96 | 209 | Vietnam has 113 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Italy. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 21 | 146 | Vietnam passport holders visit 125 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 107 | 549 | Vietnamese hosts 442 fewer foreign missions than Italy. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Italy travel to Vietnam in one year?
The number of visitors from Italy visiting Vietnam in 2020 was approximately 17,774.
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| Humidity | 96% | |
| Wind | 1.34 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 18:58 PM | |
Useful Information
- Hanoi to Rome: 9974.61 km (6197.93 mi)
- Travel time: 20 hours 46 minutes
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