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Starting from 0:00 on May 15, all Vietnam destinations are open, no self-isolation is required, and all regulations for SARS-CoV-2 testing required before entering will be temporarily suspended. VISA EXEMPT Visitors from the following countries may enter visa free, and stay for the indicated number of days. ASIA Brunei, Myanmar - 14 days. Japan, South Korea (ROK) - 15 days. The Philippines - 21 days. Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand - 30 days. EUROPE Belarus, Denmark, Italy, Finland, France, Germany, Norway, Russia, Spain, Sweden, The United Kingdom - 15 days. To stay beyond this number of days, you may apply for a visa extension upon your arrival in Vietnam. VISA REQUIRED Simply apply online for your tourist E-visa, valid for 30 days. E-visa fee is USD 25, the processing time is 3 working days. You will receive your code by email to print your visa. How to Apply for Vietnam's e-Visa: Step 1: Prepare the required materials: One 4x6 passport photo in .jpg format with a white background, without glasses. One photo in .jpg format of your passport data page. A passport is valid for at least six months. Your temporary address in Vietnam and points of entry and exit. Debit or credit card for payment. Step 2: Click this link or access https://immigration.gov.vn/ and go to 'E-visa Issuance' then click on the link for 'Outside Vietnam foreigners'. Step 3: Upload your .jpg images (passport data page and passport photo) and fill out the required fields on the form completely. Submit your form. Step 4: Pay the e-Visa fee of 25 USD. Copy down the document code provided. Step 5: Within three working days you should receive news of your e-Visa application via email. If not, you can also run a search for your e-Visa at this link. Step 6: Use your document code to locate your e-Visa online. Download and print the e-Visa in two copies for extra safety.