Tet 2027 & Vietnam E-Visa: Holiday Dates, Delays and a Safe Application Timeline
Tet is the best time to feel Vietnam’s pulse, and the most stressful time to discover that your visa isn’t ready. Streets turn red and gold, families travel home, and a large part of the country slows down for a week.
That slowdown reaches visa processing too. This guide shows exactly which days are affected in 2027, how to count them, and when to apply so that Tet is the highlight of your trip, not the problem.
Tet 2027 Dates at a Glance
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | New Year’s Day public holiday. With the weekend it forms a three-day break (Jan 1–3). |
| Thu, Feb 4 – Wed, Feb 10 | Official seven-day Tet break for civil servants and public employees (five statutory days plus two compensatory days). |
| Fri, Feb 5 | Tet Eve, the last day of the old lunar year. |
| Sat, Feb 6 | First day of the Lunar New Year (Year of the Goat). |
| Thu, Feb 11 | Government offices reopen. |
This is the schedule approved by the government and reported by Vietnamese media (sources at the bottom of this page). Private businesses set their own dates. Many shops and restaurants close for at least Tet Eve and the first day of the new year, and some stay closed longer. For a wider calendar, see our Vietnam public holidays page.
Why Tet Matters for Your Vietnam E-Visa
The official e-visa is issued by the Vietnam Immigration Department through the online portal at evisa.gov.vn. Its standard processing time is quoted in working days: roughly three, and many travelers report three to five. Weekends and public holidays do not count.
So the Tet break works like a seven-day pause. Nothing is wrong with your application; the working-day clock simply doesn’t move between February 4 and February 10. Leaving your application to the last week before a long holiday is a bad bet.
When to Apply: A Safe Timeline for Tet 2027
The table shows when an application on the official route would likely be completed. It assumes three working days, counted from the next working day, and treats February 4–10 as non-working days. These are estimates, not promises. Some applications take longer.
| You submit on | Estimated result | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Jan 18 | Thu, Jan 21 | Comfortable |
| Fri, Jan 29 | Wed, Feb 3 | Very tight |
| Mon, Feb 1 | Thu, Feb 11 | After the break |
| Wed, Feb 3 | Mon, Feb 15 | After the break |
| Sat, Feb 6 (during Tet) | Mon, Feb 15 | After the break |
What If You Need Your Visa During Tet?
If you are already inside the gap, you have three realistic options:
- Use a weekend and holiday service. Our Weekend & Holiday E-Visa Service is listed as available seven days a week, including public holidays. Submit before 14:00 Vietnam time (UTC+7) and receive your e-visa at around 17:30 the same day. Tet is a peak travel period, so message our team on WhatsApp +84 9 8852 2908 (support 8:00–22:00 GMT+7) to confirm your date before you pay.
- Move your arrival date. If your plans are flexible, arriving on or after February 11 lets the normal working-day clock run again.
- Wait on the official route. Only sensible if your flight is weeks away.
Express options sold for working days, such as our Emergency Visa, follow the working-day calendar. Check their cut-offs before relying on them inside the Tet window.
Entry Tips for Travelling Around Tet
- Print your e-visa in color and keep it with your passport. A paper copy helps if a phone battery dies in a long queue.
- Read the visa before you leave home. Check your name, passport number, entry port and the valid-from and valid-to dates. The dates must cover both your entry and your exit. Spotted a typo? Read what to do about a wrong name or passport number.
- Expect busier airports around the start and the end of the holiday, and arrive early at both ends.
- Keep your first-night hotel address and onward ticket handy. Officers may ask for them.
5 Tet Visa Mistakes to Avoid
- Counting calendar days. Processing counts working days, so a week of Tet counts as zero.
- Underestimating the break. It is seven days, and it sits next to weekends on both sides.
- Applying in the final week before Feb 4. One small delay pushes you past the holiday.
- Rushing the form. Typos in names and passport numbers are the classic last-minute error.
- Skipping the final check. Compare the approved visa with your passport the moment it arrives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Vietnam e-visa processed during Tet?
Official processing is counted in working days, so the Tet break (February 4–10, 2027) does not count. If you need a visa inside that window, ask about our weekend and holiday service.
When is Tet in 2027?
The first day of the Lunar New Year is Saturday, February 6, 2027. The official break runs from Thursday, February 4 to Wednesday, February 10.
How early should I apply for a Tet trip?
Mid-January is the safe target. With our normal service (4–6 working days), submit no later than Monday, January 25.
Can I enter Vietnam during Tet with an e-visa?
Yes. An approved e-visa works the same during Tet as at any other time, as long as your dates and entry port match what is printed on it.
How much does a Vietnam e-visa cost?
The official government fee is $25 for single entry and $50 for multiple entry, valid for up to 90 days. If you use a consultancy, a service fee is added for assistance and faster speeds. See our visa fees page for current options.
Need your Vietnam e-visa before, or during, Tet?
Submit before 14:00 (Vietnam time, UTC+7) and receive your e-visa around 17:30 the same day, 7 days a week.
Related Guides
- Vietnam E-Visa on Weekends and Public Holidays: What Actually Happens
- Flight Tomorrow? How to Get a Last-Minute Vietnam E-Visa
- Vietnam E-Visa Processing Time 2026: Every Speed Compared
- Vietnam Public Holidays
GetVisaVietnam.com is a commercial visa consultancy, not a government website. The Vietnam Immigration Department makes the final decision on every e-visa. Written by the GetVisaVietnam visa consulting team. Last updated: October 30, 2026.
