Vietnam now shares the same position with Angola, Burundi and Central Africa.

A Vietnam's passport.

Vietnam's passport had climbed seven spots to rank 84th globally with visa-free access to 51 destinations in the July 2025 ranking but dropped four places to 88th in September before falling to 92nd in October.

In January, it ranked 86th, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 49 destinations.

Within Southeast Asia, Vietnam ranks above Cambodia (85th), Laos (87th) and Myanmar (90th).

In earlier rankings, the Cambodian passport placed higher than Vietnam's.

Singapore continues holding the title of the world's most powerful passport, allowing visa-free entry to 193 destinations, followed by Japan, South Korea and the United Arab Emirates that shared the second position.

The five weakest passports belong to Pakistan, Yemen, Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan.

The Henley Passport Index tracks global travel freedom across 227 countries and territories, using exclusive data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

It ranks 199 passports based on the number of destinations their holders can enter without obtaining a visa in advance. Updated regularly throughout the year to reflect changes in visa policies, the index is widely regarded as a key measure of global mobility.

New action plan supports visa incentives for foreign experts

Standing Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh has signed a decision approving a detailed plan to implement the Government's Decree 221/2025/NĐ-CP on granting time-limited visa exemptions to foreign nationals designated as special beneficiaries entitled to preferential treatment in support of Vietnam’s socio-economic development.

 

Plans to expand unilateral visa waivers to attract high-quality tourists

The Ministry of Public Security was assigned to further accelerate the application of information technology and digital transformation to improve electronic visa issuance procedures, simplify processes and shorten immigration clearance times at border checkpoints, creating maximum convenience for travellers.

 

Vietnam adds 41 new entry points for e-visa holders

According to Resolution 389/NQ-CP, recently issued by the Government, the additional places consist of four airports, 11 land border gates, and 26 seaports.

 

Vietnam, UAE expand flight connectivity, streamline visa processes to boost tourism

Streamlined visa processes and greater flight connectivity will help boost tourism between the UAE and Vietnam, as the countries strengthen ties after finalising a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) last year, according to travel industry executives.

 

Bac Ninh: “Visa-free tours” through cross-border classes

BAC NINH - With internet connection, every geographical distance seems to be narrowed, giving students new, lively and inspiring learning experiences. The “English without border” learning model at Han Thuyen High School (Vo Cuong ward, Bac Ninh province) opens up opportunities for students to exchange, talk and learn with international friends right at their classes.

Visa waiver policy accelerates tourism growth

The difference comes from travel convenience, with visas being the first barrier that should be removed. Easier entry encourages longer stays and higher spending, creating greater economic value than visa fees.