Visas & Documents

Can you get a Taiwan visa in Hanoi while staying in Vietnam on a tourist visa?

Reportedly no — the Taiwan consulate in Hanoi turns away applicants who are in Vietnam on a tourist visa, directing them to apply in their home country. Ho Chi Minh City may be an alternative.

2 sources · 8 days ago

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

Stacking multiple 90-day Vietnam e-visas back-to-back still works. Apply for two visas in advance with consecutive dates — when the first expires, do a border run and re-enter on the second. Official processing takes around 4 days, so apply early.

4 sources · 4 days ago

Do travelers need to complete Vietnam’s Pre-Arrival Information (PAI) before arriving in Hanoi, and how do you fill it in for an e-Visa or visa-free entry?

Yes. From 22 June 2026, travelers arriving in Vietnam through international airports, including Hanoi, are expected to complete the PAI form at prearrival.immigration.gov.vn within 72 hours before arrival and save the QR code after submission.

3 sources · 11 days ago

Do you need an arrival form or visa to enter Vietnam via Hanoi, and what documents are required on arrival?

In most cases, you do not need a separate electronic arrival card when flying into Hanoi. You’ll need a passport, and if your nationality is not visa-exempt, a Vietnam e-visa arranged in advance (typically US$25 single entry or US$50 multiple entry).

3 sources · 6 days ago

Do you need proof of onward/return travel to enter Vietnam, and how to get one cheaply?

Vietnamese border officers do sometimes ask for proof of onward travel, and using a fake/mocked booking is risky — it can lead to entry refusal or deportation, especially when traveling with kids. Many travelers buy a cheap refundable ticket to a nearby country (Thailand, Malaysia) via Trip.com or similar sites, though free-cancellation options are hard to find.

3 sources · 5 days ago

How much does a visa run from Hanoi to China or Laos cost in 2026?

A visa run from Hanoi to China costs from 600,000 VND (stamp only, weekends) or 2,600,000 VND (90-day visa, weekdays). To Laos — from 1,050,000 VND on Tuesdays and Fridays.

3 sources · 7 days ago

How to get a Laos visa from Hanoi and which land border crossing doesn't require an e-visa?

Some Vietnam-Laos land border crossings require an e-visa, others allow visa on arrival. Laos visas can be arranged in Hanoi.

2 sources · 20 days ago