News, services and visa tips for foreigners in Vietnam — updated regularly.
"Visa extension" is one of the most misunderstood phrases in Vietnam. It isn't about stretching an expired visa — and for most tourists, it isn't even an option. Here's the truth, including the parts where the sources themselves contradict each other.
Your E-Visa locks you to the exact entry checkpoint you declared — pick the wrong one and you're refused at the border, fee non-refundable. The full list of land crossings that accept e-visas, a Moc Bai · Bo Y · Lao Bao comparison, and how to choose based on where you live.
Russian bank cards don't work on evisa.gov.vn, the form resets after a failed payment, and you can't apply from inside Vietnam. Here are the three traps — and how to get a 90-day e-visa without your own card, with express processing from 1 hour.
From 1 July 2026, Vietnam's amended immigration law took effect: new UĐ1/UĐ2 talent visas up to 5 years, tighter residence management and data integration, and a more digital system. Here are the key changes — plus a quick visa-type reference.
A few recent results (personal data masked).
🔒 Real e-visas of ViEntry clients — all personal data (name, date of birth, passport number, QR code) has been masked.
Book earlier, save more — taken straight off the tour price.
Reference price — the licensed tour operator sets the final price. The discount follows each trip’s booking order.
