Do I need an onward or return ticket to fly to Hanoi and enter Vietnam?

From messages by 4 participants in 3 sources · Last activity: 30 days ago

TL;DR

Recent reports suggest that travelers with a valid Vietnam visa are usually not asked for an onward ticket, while those without a visa may be asked at airline check-in. If your departure date is unknown, a cancellable booking can be used for check-in and later refunded for a fee of about RUB 500–700.

What the community said

According to traveler reports, an onward or return ticket is generally not required at check-in or entry when you already hold a valid Vietnam visa.

31 days ago Valid Vietnam visa

Without a visa, the airline may request proof of a flight out of Vietnam before departure. For a one-way flight to Hanoi, it is safer to have confirmation of a return or onward journey.

31 days ago Onward ticket from Vietnam

If you do not know your departure date, choose a service offering a cancellable reservation intended for airline check-in and border control. Reported cancellation fees are around RUB 500–700.

31 days ago RUB 500–700 cancellation fee