Visa information

Vietnam visa rules, without the legal fog

Written for people who actually live here. Every guide lists who it applies to, what it costs, which documents you need and how long it takes.

Vietnam

Vietnam visa & e-visa

Everything long-stay foreigners need to keep a legal status in Vietnam, from e-visas to border renewals.

Government fee
25.000 ₫
Processing
3 to 5 working days for e-visas
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Cambodia

Cambodia visa

Cambodia is the fastest border option from southern Vietnam, with visas available on arrival at Bavet and Prek Chak.

Government fee
900.000 ₫
Processing
Same day at the border
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Laos

Laos visa

Laos visa-on-arrival is available at Lao Bao, Bo Y and Na Meo for most nationalities.

Government fee
1.150.000 ₫
Processing
Same day at the border
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China

China visa

Crossing at Huu Nghi requires a visa arranged in advance — there is no visa on arrival.

Government fee
2.400.000 ₫
Processing
5 to 10 working days
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