Business for Canadian citizens travelling to Vietnam
Short business visits without local employment must follow the same entry rules as tourism. Paid work needs the correct work visa.
For a Canadian citizen passport. Permanent residents and other travel documents can follow different rules.
Key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Who it's for | Canadian citizens on meetings or trade visits. · Vietnam e-visa portal (opens in a new tab) |
| Maximum stay | As stated on your e-visa or visa grant. · Vietnam e-visa portal (opens in a new tab) |
| Cost | e-Visa or visa fee on the official portal or at the embassy. · Vietnam e-visa portal (opens in a new tab) |
| How to apply | Official Vietnam e-visa website or a Vietnamese embassy or consulate. · Vietnam e-visa portal (opens in a new tab) |
Each fact above is linked to the authority that sets the rule. Entry Visa Guide does not take applications.
Apply only on the government website linked above. This site does not issue visas or travel authorisations and does not take applications. Other websites charge their own service fee on top of any government charge.
How to apply
- Read travel.gc.ca and the destination authority.
- Confirm activities are allowed on your entry permission.
- Carry supporting documents if asked.
FAQ
Is paid work allowed on a tourist entry?
Paid work usually needs a work visa—confirm on the official immigration site.
Are conferences covered?
Short business visits may be allowed if no local employment—check official rules.
Sources
- Vietnam e-visa portal (opens in a new tab)
- Vietnam immigration (opens in a new tab)
- U.S. State Dept: Vietnam (opens in a new tab)
- Canada: Vietnam (opens in a new tab)
Independent guide, not legal advice. Entry Visa Guide is an independent information site. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or run by any government or public authority. Always check official sources before you travel. Spotted something out of date? Report an error.