Vietnam Visa Extension – Is It Possible?  

If you're already in Vietnam and enjoying your stay, you might be wondering whether you can extend your visa to stay longer. The answer depends on the type of visa you hold.

1. How Long Can You Stay in Vietnam?

You can check how long you're allowed to stay by looking at: 

• Entry stamp on your passport: When you enter Vietnam, the immigration officer stamps your passport with the entry date and the exit date. Please follow the allowed stay period on the stamp.
• E-visa (electronic visa): If you entered with an e-visa, PDF file you received shows both the "Valid from" and "Valid to" dates. You must leave Vietnam on or before the “Valid to” date, regardless of your entry date.
• Visa exemption (no visa required): The immigration stamp will also show the number of days you’re allowed to stay (e.g., 15 days, 30 days).

2. Can You Extend Your Stay in Vietnam?

E-visa (30-day single entry): ❌ Not extendable.

Once it expires, you must leave the country. If you wish to return, you’ll need to apply for a new e-visa. 

Visa exemption (no visa): ❌ Not extendable.

You must leave Vietnam before your allowed stay ends. In some cases, you can re-enter after staying outside Vietnam for a certain period (depending on your nationality).

Sticker visa (paper visa in passport): ✅ Extension possible.

If you entered Vietnam with a sticker visa issued by the embassy or through a sponsor (like a company or visa agent), you may be able to extend it for a few more weeks or months, depending on the visa type and your sponsor.

3. What to Do if You Want to Stay Longer

If you hold an e-visa or visa exemption, the best option is to leave Vietnam and apply for a new visa before returning. This is often called a “visa run.”

If you have a sticker visa, you can contact a licensed visa agency or your sponsor in Vietnam to check your eligibility and begin the extension process.

Final Tip:

You should not overstay your visa in Vietnam, as it can lead to fines, delays, or being banned from future entry.

If you're unsure about your visa type or need help, feel free to contact us via live chat or our email address: visa@vietnam-evisa.org