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Can a São Toméan traveller visit Vietnam?

Tourism visa requirements · See all destinations for São Toméan travellers

Most São Toméan travellers don't need a visa when heading to Vietnam for tourism.

The route most travellers use is the Visa-free (45 days). Stays go up to 45 days per visit.

The paperwork is straightforward — approval is likely if your documents are in order.

1 other route sit below if this one doesn't fit.

Straight from evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn.

2 options available — review and choose the one that matches your trip.

Visa-freeTourism

Visa-free (45 days)

Max stay
45days
Processing
—
Fee
—
Apply on official siteevisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn
Difficulty10/10·Realism10/10
Why? ▾

Difficulty

Quick paperwork
10/10

Quick to obtain, light documentation, fast turnaround.

Why this score?
  • —Visa-free entry — no advance authorisation needed

Approval realism

Approval is likely
10/10

Most applicants with the right paperwork get approved.

What drives this score?
  • —No visa needed — entry is granted at the border given valid documents
Step-by-step checklist

Your application checklist

  1. 1

    Check your passport validity

    60+ days before

    Most countries require 6+ months of validity beyond your travel dates and at least one blank page. If it's close, renew before applying.

  2. 2

    On the day of travel

    day of travel

    Carry: passport (printed visa if applicable), onward ticket, proof of accommodation, proof of funds, travel insurance. Border officers retain discretion regardless of visa status.

Show full requirements, fees, and source
Passport valid 6+ months

What you need

  • Valid passport
  • Onward / return ticket
  • Proof of accommodation may be requested at the border
View primary source (evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn) →
e-VisaTourism

Vietnam e-Visa (expanded 2023)

Max stay
90days
Processing
3–5days
Fee
$50.00
Apply on official siteevisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn
Difficulty8/10·Realism8/10
Why? ▾

Difficulty

Quick paperwork
8/10

Quick to obtain, light documentation, fast turnaround.

Why this score?
  • —Online e-Visa — no embassy appointment
  • +0.5Fast processing (under a week)

Approval realism

Approval is likely
8/10

Most applicants with the right paperwork get approved.

What drives this score?
  • —e-Visa applications are commonly approved when documentation is complete
Step-by-step checklist

Your application checklist

  1. 1

    Check your passport validity

    38+ days before

    Most countries require 6+ months of validity beyond your travel dates and at least one blank page. If it's close, renew before applying.

  2. 2

    Gather supporting documents

    22+ days before

    You'll need: Online application with passport bio-page scan + recent photo; Single or multiple entry up to 90 days; US$25 single-entry / US$50 multiple-entry processing fee; Valid for tourism, business, or visiting friends/family.

  3. 3

    Submit the e-Visa application online

    8+ days before

    Apply directly at the official portal. Save the reference number — you'll need it for arrival.

  4. 4

    Track the application; print the approval

    7+ days before

    Decisions typically take 3–5 days. Print or save a clear PDF of the approved visa — airlines check this at check-in.

  5. 5

    On the day of travel

    day of travel

    Carry: passport (printed visa if applicable), onward ticket, proof of accommodation, proof of funds, travel insurance. Border officers retain discretion regardless of visa status.

Show full requirements, fees, and source
Passport valid 6+ months

What you need

  • Online application with passport bio-page scan + recent photo
  • Single or multiple entry up to 90 days
  • US$25 single-entry / US$50 multiple-entry processing fee
  • Valid for tourism, business, or visiting friends/family

Fee breakdown

  • Multiple-entry e-Visa$50.00
View primary source (evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn) →

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Other visa types for this route

We also have data on these visa categories between ST and VN.

Work

1/10

Work Permit + Temporary Residence Card — Vietnam

2 options · See details

Study

2/10

Student Visa (TT2 / DH) — Vietnam

1 option · See details

Partner / Family

3/10

Marriage / Family Visa (TT) — Vietnam

1 option · See details

Sources & references

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Who needs a visa for Vietnam?

Informational only. A valid visa permits entry subject to officer discretion at the border. Always verify with the destination's embassy or official source before travel, employment, or relocation.