Can you stack multiple Vietnam e-visas back-to-back to stay for a year?

Key nuance: the e-visa's validity is tied to a fixed end date, not your entry date. If you enter later than the visa's start date, the 90 days aren't recalculated — the visa still expires on its original end date, so your actual stay ends up shorter than 90 days.

Stacking multiple e-visas a year in advance still works as of mid-2026. The optimal number to apply for at once isn't firmly established — most travelers recommend doing 2–3 at a time to avoid issues.

Applying via the official Vietnam e-visa portal can take 5+ days with no guarantee. If your flight is in a few days and the status still shows 'processing', you're at risk of not getting it in time. Apply at least a week before arrival.

The standard approach: apply for two 90-day e-visas with back-to-back dates in advance. When the first one expires, exit Vietnam and immediately re-enter on the second. The border run and re-entry can be done the same day.

Using a visa agent took 4 days and went smoothly. If self-applying through the official portal isn't working, a professional service can save time and stress.

The consecutive visa scheme is still working as of June 2026, though some travelers report delays with self-applications. It's worth checking with recent applicants for the latest experience.

For a 3-month stay, the standard 90-day Vietnam e-visa is the right choice. It's the simplest option available for most nationalities.