Vietnam is further opening its doors to international travellers. On December 2, 2025, the Government of Vietnam issued Resolution 389/NQ-CP, officially adding 41 new international border gates where foreign nationals can enter or exit the country using an electronic visa (e-visa).
What Are The New Vietnam Border Gates
The 41 additional checkpoints span airports, land borders, and seaports — bringing the total number of e-visa-eligible entry points to 83.
Newly added include:
- Airports (4): Long Thanh International Airport, Gia Binh International Airport (both to be activated when they begin operating), plus Vinh International Airport and Chu Lai International Airport.
- Land border gates (11): including Dong Dang International Border Gate (Lang Son), Lao Cai International Border Gate (Lao Cai), Tra Linh International Border Gate (Cao Bang), Long Sap International Border Gate (Son La), and others across provinces such as Gia Lai, Tay Ninh, Dong Thap, Tuyen Quang, etc.
- Seaports / Waterway gates (26): These include a variety of seaports and river ports across coastal and Mekong Delta provinces, enabling foreign nationals arriving by sea or by inland waterways to use e-visa facilities.
Why Does This Matter
- Greater Flexibility & Convenience: The expansion dramatically increases the number of entry/exit options for foreign visitors, from 42 gates (as per the 2023 resolution) to 83.
- Boost for Tourism & International Connectivity: With more airports, land borders, and seaports accepting e-visas, Vietnam becomes easier to access for tourists, business travellers, and expatriates alike. Many of the new gates are in strategically located areas, which can help distribute tourists more evenly and encourage greater regional travel.
- Support for Emerging Infrastructure: The inclusion of airports such as Long Thanh and Gia Binh — once operational — signals confidence in Vietnam’s expanding aviation infrastructure and readiness for future growth.
How Travelers Enjoy It
If you plan to visit Vietnam with an e-visa in the near future:
- There will be many more options for arrival or departure — not just main airports or major crossings.
- Travelling by land or sea becomes more feasible for foreigners, opening up possibilities for overland trips, cruises, or travel via river routes.
- For regions previously harder to reach, the new gates — especially in border provinces or coastal areas — may make access more convenient and cost-effective.
With this new regulation, Vietnam takes a significant step toward improving travel accessibility and strengthening its openness to global visitors.
