Can you do a Vietnam visa run via the Thanh Thuy border crossing near Ha Giang with a Vietnam e-visa?

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TL;DR

Thanh Thuy border gate near Ha Giang is reported to be risky for Vietnam e-visa holders, as staff may be unable to process an e-visa on exit and re-entry. Lao Cai is mentioned as an alternative, and travelers should confirm whether they need a Chinese visa before attempting the trip.

What the community said

Travelers report technical issues processing Vietnamese e-visas at Thanh Thuy border gate near Ha Giang. A valid e-visa holder may be refused exit from Vietnam or face problems when returning.

Thanh Thuy border gate, Ha Giang

For an e-visa border run, discussions suggest using the Lao Cai crossing instead of Thanh Thuy. One traveler reportedly had to change to Lao Cai because the Ha Giang-area crossing could not process their e-visa.

Lao Cai border crossing

Crossing the border for a Vietnam stamp does not automatically guarantee entry to China. If officers consider it a trip to China, they may require a Chinese visa, so check the rules for your passport before traveling.

Chinese visa