A Vietnam visa for Danish citizens is not required for an eligible stay of up to 45 days. If you are planning a longer trip, a Vietnam e-visa can provide up to 90 days, with single-entry or multiple-entry options. This guide explains the exemption requirements, passport considerations for Greenland and the Faroe Islands, and your options for staying longer.
Danish citizens are exempt from visas when entering Vietnam (Source: collected)
No, Danish citizens do not need a visa for a stay of up to 45 days, provided they meet Vietnam’s entry requirements.
Under Resolution No. 44/NQ-CP, issued on 7 March 2025, Vietnam grants unilateral visa exemption to citizens of the Kingdom of Denmark. The policy applies from 15 March 2025 through 14 March 2028, regardless of passport type or entry purpose, subject to the applicable entry conditions.
The exemption depends on your nationality, rather than where you live. A foreign national holding a Danish residence permit does not automatically qualify for the exemption granted to Danish citizens.
If your planned stay exceeds 45 days, arrange an appropriate visa before travelling. For example, a 60-day holiday requires a visa covering the full visit; the 45-day exemption alone is insufficient.
Danish passport vs. subnational passport (Source: collected)
Yes. Living in Greenland or the Faroe Islands with a residence permit card does not determine whether you need a Vietnam visa. Only standard Danish passport holders get visa exemption from Vietnam.
Greenland and the Faroe Islands are autonomous territories of the Kingdom of Denmark. Danish passport versions associated with these territories have different covers:
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Passport version |
Cover colour |
Distinctive cover wording |
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Standard Danish passport |
Burgundy |
DEN EUROPÆISKE UNION |
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Greenlandic version |
Burgundy |
KALAALLIT NUNAAT |
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Faroese version |
Green |
FØROYAR |
Residents of Greenland and the Faroe Islands have the option to obtain either a standard Danish passport or a Greenlandic/Faroese version. Consequently, if residents of these overseas territories choose the Danish passport, they remain eligible for the 45-day visa exemption for Vietnam.
However, some countries do not recognize sub-nation passports from these two overseas territories as equivalent to standard Danish passports; therefore, visa exemption privileges may differ from those associated with the standard Danish passport.
Danish blank passport pages under UV light (Source: collected)
Before travelling under the 45-day exemption, check the following:
Customs officials may sometimes ask about your accommodation or travel itinerary during your stay in Vietnam. If you cannot present a hotel booking or equivalent documentation, you could be considered an illegal immigrant.
Related blog post: Vietnam Visa Exemption 2026 (Countries, Durations & Conditions)
Vietnam culture brings fascinating moments for tourists (Source: Bao thanh nien)
45 days may be enough for a short holiday, but a longer journey requires additional planning.
Do not assume your permitted stay automatically extends when you apply for another visa. Because some types of Vietnam visa require you to apply when you are not in Vietnamese territory.
If you already know you need more than 45 days, applying for a suitable visa before your trip is the more straightforward approach. If your plans change after arrival, seek advice well before your current permission expires.
A "visa run" involves leaving Vietnam and subsequently returning to gain a new entry. Since the visa-exemption period is calculated from the moment of entry, performing a visa run grants you an additional 45 days in Vietnam.
Danish citizens are exempt from visa requirements when entering certain countries neighboring Vietnam, such as China and Singapore. Therefore, you can travel to these countries and then return to Vietnam.
You can go to China from Vietnam by bus through Mong Cai, Ha Khau, Huu Nghi landport (Source: VoaTiengViet)
Before arranging a visa run:
Although the Vietnamese government does not explicitly limit the number of consecutive entries and exits allowed within a specific timeframe, frequent travel back and forth could be interpreted as an attempt to exploit the visa exemption policy for long-term residence. This could result in an entry ban or your name being placed on a blacklist when applying for a visa.
Danish travellers can consider an e-visa, a visa issued through a Vietnamese embassy, or visa on arrival where the relevant eligibility and approval requirements are met.
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Feature |
E-visa |
Embassy-issued visa |
Visa on arrival |
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Application route |
Online application |
Vietnamese embassy |
Online for approval letter, get visa at arrival airport |
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Visa collection |
Sent through e-mail, can be downloaded |
Through mail or at embassy/consulate |
Designated arrival checkpoint |
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Validity |
Up to 90 days |
Visa-category dependent |
Approval-dependent |
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Entries |
Single or multiple |
Visa-category dependent |
Approval-dependent |
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Document submission |
Online |
Post, in-person |
Online, e-mail |
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Processing |
3-5 working days |
2 weeks or longer |
Can be urgent |
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Entry purpose |
Tourism, business, work, visit relatives |
All purposes |
Tourism, business, work, visiting relatives, emergency support |
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Fees |
$25 for single-entry, $50 for multiple-entry |
Depends on visa types |
Approval letter fees + issuance fee |
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Main use |
Short tourism, work, business visits |
Category-specific needs |
Eligible special circumstances |
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Document requirement |
Digital scanned version |
Original passport, notarized copies of certain other documents |
Digitally scanned version of documents proving urgency or sponsorship from a Vietnamese legal entity. |
Of the above methods, e-visa is the simplest way. However, the Vietnam e-visa is valid for up to 90 days and only serves the purposes of tourism, work, business, and visiting relatives. Vietnam Embassy allows applying for specific and longer-term visas, however residents in overseas territories without Vietnamese embassies will have difficulty accessing this method. Therefore, they are allowed to apply for a visa on arrival at Vietnam airport.
Related blog post: How to Apply for Vietnam Visa On Arrival
Vietnam uses UTC+7 throughout the year. It is six hours ahead of Denmark during Danish standard time and five hours ahead during Danish summer time.
Use the Vietnamese arrival and departure dates when planning your stay. An overnight flight can leave Copenhagen on one date and arrive in Vietnam the following day.
Denmark’s official travel guidance states that both the entry date and exit date count towards the 45-day allowance. Check the permitted departure date recorded by immigration and leave some flexibility for flight changes.
For flights departing shortly after midnight, pay particular attention to the calendar date. Going to the airport on the previous evening does not change the scheduled departure date.
Danish passport holders get Vietnam visa exemption (Source: Collected)
If you hold a Greenlandic or Faroese passport version, confirm your document’s acceptance before travel rather than relying on its cover colour.
Other documents need particular care. Danish guidance states that refugee or alien passports may be subject to different rules, while Danish emergency passports are recognised for departure from Vietnam only. Contact the Vietnamese Embassy before attempting to travel on these documents.
If you have dual nationality, use the passport connected to your visa or visa-exempt admission consistently during the journey.
You can fly directly from Denmark to Vietnam (Source: Vietnam Airlines)
Vietnam Airlines inaugurated its direct service between Copenhagen Airport (CPH) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in December 2025. The first flight departed Ho Chi Minh City on 15 December 2025.
This route can reduce the effort of travelling between Denmark and southern Vietnam by removing a connecting flight. Check the current timetable and fares for your dates before booking.
Before departure, also check the current pre-arrival declaration instructions. Vietnam’s Immigration Department encourages foreign travellers arriving at Tan Son Nhat to submit their information through the official pre-arrival portal. This helps you save time when arriving at the airport.
You can get professional assistance when applying for Vietnam visa (Source: collected)
Planning a longer visit, facing an e-visa problem or travelling at short notice? UrgentVisaToVietnam provides assistance with Vietnam visa applications, e-visa issues and urgent travel cases.
You can contact our team for help with:
When contacting us, provide your passport nationality and document type, intended arrival date, planned stay and any existing application reference. These details help us assess the support relevant to your journey. We have experience handling urgent visa applications for over 56,000 clients worldwide, including those in Denmark. With our dedication and commitment to staying up-to-date with the latest visa regulations, we are confident in delivering a highly satisfying Vietnam emergency visa service experience.
Contact UrgentVisaToVietnam with your travel deadline to check the available options and applicable fees.
Related blog post: Urgent Vietnam Visa Fees & Processing Times 2026
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Can Danish citizens stay in Vietnam for 60 days without a visa?
No. The ordinary unilateral exemption covers up to 45 days. For a planned 60-day visit, obtain a visa covering your intended stay, such as a suitable e-visa.
Do Danish residents qualify for Vietnam visa exemption?
Not everyone living in Denmark is eligible for the visa exemption for Vietnam; you must hold a Danish passport-a residence permit alone is not enough.
Do citizens of Greenland and the Faroe Islands need to apply for a Vietnam visa?
Not always. If you hold a Danish passport, you do not need to apply for one; however, if you hold a sub-national passport, you should check with the airline before traveling to Vietnam.
Can I get another 45-day exemption after leaving Vietnam?
Yes. But if you enter and exit too frequently immigration officials may raise questions.
Can I apply for an e-visa and remain after my current permission expires?
No. You must apply for an e-visa before your visa-free stay expires.
How much does a Vietnam e-visa cost for Danish citizens?
The government fee is $25 for single entry or $50 for multiple entries. If you need assistance or an urgent visa, visa agencies will charge an additional fee for their services.
Is a Vietnam visa on arrival available without an approval letter?
No. Travellers using a visa on arrival must obtain the required approval before travelling and meet the relevant eligibility conditions.