Straight answer, official source, and how long it takes.
Yes, Irish citizens need a visa before travelling to Vietnam. For tourism you can apply for an eVisa (single or multiple entry, up to 90 days); other purposes need a visa arranged through a sponsor or embassy.
Add your travel date and we'll tell you exactly how much to panic, based on typical processing times.
eVisa typically takes 3–5 working days.
Book a travel clinic appointment 6–8 weeks before you fly.
Required only if you're travelling from — or transiting through — a country with active transmission.
Certificate required if arriving from (or transiting) a country with yellow fever transmission risk.
Not required for entry — advised by NHS / CDC for most travellers.
Recommended — food & water borne.
Recommended, especially for longer stays or rural travel.
Consider for rural travel, cyclists, and long trips.
Consider for rural stays, especially in monsoon season.
Which countries require the certificate, timing, cost, and the 10-day validity rule.
Not medical advice. Always confirm with your GP, travel nurse, or a Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre — requirements change and can vary based on where you're arriving from.
All Irish passport holders need a visa before travelling to Vietnam. For tourism, apply online for an eVisa — single or multiple entry, valid for up to 90 days. For other purposes, arrange a visa through a sponsor in Vietnam or a Vietnamese embassy. Approval is not guaranteed, and we have not confirmed processing times or the passport-validity rule.
For Irish (EU) passport holders, tourism or short business trips.
| Passport | Irish (EU) passport |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Tourism on an eVisa (other purposes: sponsor or embassy visa) |
| Visa required | Yes — eVisa |
| Maximum stay | Up to 90 days on a tourist eVisa (as issued on your visa) |
| Passport validity | Not confirmed in the sources we checked — check the exact rule with the official authority before you travel |
| Return/onward ticket | Yes, or onward ticket |
| Arrival form | Required, often completed upon arrival or online in advance |
| Last checked | 22 July 2026 |
No, Irish (EU) citizens do not need a visa for short-term tourist or business visits to Japan.
Read the dossierYes, Irish (EU) citizens need an e-Visa or regular visa to travel to India.
Read the dossierNo visa for tourism: Irish passport holders can visit Thailand visa-free for up to 30 days (tourism only). Business trips need a visa.
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