Visas & Documents

How is the 90-day Vietnam visa validity calculated — from the issue date or the start date?

The 90-day Vietnam visa validity is calculated from the visa issue date, not from the entry date you requested — these usually match, but if you request a later start date it may not extend the validity window.

2 sources · 2 days ago

Can an airline deny boarding or can I be refused entry to Vietnam if my visa or entry documents are not valid?

An airline may check your documents at check-in and refuse boarding if you are likely to be denied entry to Vietnam. Vietnamese immigration makes the final decision on arrival; when entry is refused, the carrier is generally responsible for transporting the passenger back.

3 sources · 1 day ago

Do I need an onward ticket and hotel booking to enter Vietnam or apply for a visa?

Based on travelers’ reports, an onward ticket was not requested at the border, although some people still book flights and accommodation before applying for a visa. Requirements can vary by entry type and airline.

2 sources · 4 days ago

Which visa date should I enter in an online form when the “visa issue date” field does not accept a future date?

Travelers report that this field appears to require the visa’s validity start date rather than the actual date it was issued. If the form still rejects it, some users were able to proceed by entering the visa expiry date, suggesting the field label may be faulty.

1 source · 4 days ago

Do I need to fill out a QR code or entry form before flying to Nha Trang, Vietnam, and how many visa-free days do I get?

In practice, immigration at Cam Ranh (Nha Trang) airport rarely checks the QR code or arrival form, but travelers still recommend filling it out in advance to avoid stress at passport control. The visa-free stay is typically 15 days — you must leave before 23:59 on the last day or you'll be overstaying.

3 sources · 6 days ago

Why do Vietnamese border officers question travelers whose passport shows Ukraine as place of birth?

Border officers at Cam Ranh airport (serving Nha Trang) sometimes give extra scrutiny to passports listing Ukraine as birthplace, asking about recent trips home or relatives — this is routine extra questioning, not a visa issue.

1 source · 8 days ago

How to legalize a Vietnamese police clearance certificate (criminal record certificate) for use abroad, e.g. in Spain?

You need a multi-step legalization chain: certificate from the Department of Justice (Sở Tư pháp) → authentication at Vietnam's Consular Department (Cục Lãnh sự) → consular legalization at the destination country's embassy → sworn translation. Expect 2-4 weeks total.

2 sources · 9 days ago

What to do if you have passport or exit stamp problems when departing Nha Trang (Cam Ranh Airport)?

Arrive at Cam Ranh Airport well ahead of time — immigration lines can take a couple of hours; check your exit stamp date immediately, as officer errors do happen and usually get sorted out by talking directly to border staff.

2 sources · 9 days ago

Do you need to show cash and a return ticket when flying to Nha Trang, Vietnam from Bangkok?

The check usually happens at the airline check-in counter in Bangkok, not at Vietnamese border control: staff may ask about your travel purpose, whether you're returning to Thailand, and request proof of cash and a return ticket or hotel booking.

3 sources · 9 days ago

How do I correctly fill out the Vietnam e-visa/visa-exemption application form (visa type, visa number field) before flying to Nha Trang?

If you're a citizen of a country on Vietnam's unilateral visa-exemption list (e.g. Russia) staying up to 45 days for tourism, choose 'Unilateral Visa Exemption' and leave the visa number field blank on first application; otherwise apply for a regular e-visa at evisa.gov.vn, submitting a separate form for every family member, including children.

1 source · 10 days ago

Do you need a return ticket or hotel booking to enter Vietnam on a 3-month visa, and can you renew it a few days before it expires?

For a 3-month Vietnam e-visa, immigration officers sometimes ask to see a return ticket or hotel booking, so it's best to have these ready in advance. Apply for a renewal early — doing it just 2 days before your current visa expires may not leave enough processing time.

1 source · 11 days ago

How to apply for a Vietnam e-visa online before flying to Nha Trang?

Apply through the official portal evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn: upload a passport scan and photo, pay by card, wait about 3 business days. Nha Trang isn't listed as a separate city — select Khanh Hoa province or Cam Ranh airport as the entry point instead.

2 sources · 4 days ago

Can I work in Vietnam on a tourist visa without a work permit?

Working without a proper work visa is illegal in Vietnam — if caught by immigration, you face deportation and a lifetime entry ban. Many expats still work remotely/offline on a tourist visa, but it's a real risk.

4 sources · 12 days ago

Can you apply for a second Vietnam visa while the first one is still valid, and what entry point should you list?

Yes, you can apply for a second Vietnam visa while the first is active, but it may get sent back for revision due to uncertainty about the entry point; it's more reliable to use a visa agency or simply wait out a week in a neighboring country while the visa is processed.

3 sources · 3 days ago

Do children need their own passport or notarized parental consent to travel to Nha Trang, Vietnam?

If a child is not traveling with both parents (e.g. with just one parent or an accompanying adult), you need a notarized parental consent for the child's international travel — a specific document, not a general power of attorney.

2 sources · 13 days ago

Does each family member need a separate Vietnam arrival card/QR code?

Officially, Vietnam's arrival card should be filled out separately for each traveler, and everyone should have their own QR code. In practice, when entering as a group (e.g., via a travel agency), border staff sometimes only check one QR code for the whole group.

1 source · 13 days ago

How to stay in Vietnam long-term using a 90-day e-visa (entry rules 2026)?

Since 2025 the e-visa can be issued for up to 90 days, but under the new rules it's typically single-entry — the old trick of exiting and re-entering within a year to reset the visa no longer works the same way.

2 sources · 8 days ago

Why does my hotel in Nha Trang ask for a photo of my visa before a police check?

This is a standard, mandatory procedure — the hotel must show police a photo of each foreign guest's passport and visa. No one checks rooms in person; the manager simply presents the photos.

2 sources · 15 days ago

Do you need a return ticket or hotel booking to enter Vietnam without a visa?

For visa-exempt entry (up to 45 days for Russian citizens), a return ticket or hotel booking isn't officially required, but airline staff at check-in or immigration officers may occasionally ask for proof — it's safer to have a printout or screenshot ready.

2 sources · 15 days ago

What documents and vaccinations are required to bring a pet (cat or dog) into or out of Vietnam via Nha Trang?

Bringing a pet into Vietnam requires vaccinations (rabies at minimum) and a health certificate; exporting a pet from Vietnam (e.g. to Kazakhstan) requires an export veterinary certificate arranged in advance through a local vet clinic.

2 sources · 15 days ago

Do you need a return or onward flight ticket to enter Vietnam visa-free?

Immigration officers can sometimes ask for a return or onward ticket even under visa-free entry, so it's safer to have one ready; if you've had past immigration issues, contact a visa agent directly instead of relying on AI chatbots for visa advice.

2 sources · 16 days ago

How to renew a Vietnam tourist visa via a visa run from Nha Trang (to Laos or Cambodia)?

Vietnam visas can't be extended — you must exit the country and apply for a new 90-day e-Visa (~$25). A visa run to Laos or Cambodia can be done independently (from $57 via the Moc Bai border) or through a Nha Trang agency with processing from 2 hours.

2 sources · 1 day ago

How do you pay for a Vietnam e-visa if your card gets declined on the official site?

Travelers often report their bank cards get declined on the official Vietnam e-visa payment page; a common workaround in expat chats is to have someone with a working international card pay the fee for you, then reimburse them directly.

1 source · 16 days ago

Do international travelers need a pre-arrival card for Vietnam when entering on an e-visa or visa exemption, and how should visa details be completed?

For standard entry to Vietnam on an e-visa or visa exemption, there is generally no universal standalone pre-arrival card: travelers mainly need a valid passport and, where required, an approved e-visa. If an airline or border point asks for a form, use your actual entry status and first accommodation address.

4 sources · 17 days ago

Can male travelers currently leave Russia for Vietnam, and are military-registration records checked at departure?

The messages contain no confirmed cases of travelers being denied departure; they only raise concerns about military-registration checks. Before flying, verify current restrictions with Russia’s FSB Border Service and any official notices in Gosuslugi.

2 sources · 17 days ago

Do I need proof of onward travel when flying from Bangkok to Nha Trang, Vietnam?

Yes—airline check-in staff in Bangkok may require confirmed onward travel before boarding a flight to Nha Trang. Carry a valid Vietnam visa or e-visa as well, as immigration may ask to see it.

1 source · 4 days ago

Can I enter Vietnam on my old passport (before a legal name change) and exit on the new one?

Yes — as long as your old passport is still valid (in Russia it stays valid up to 6 months after marriage registration), you can use it for both entry and exit. The key rule is entry and exit must be on the SAME passport; if you get a new one mid-trip, you'll need to pay the airline a fee to update the passport number on your ticket.

1 source · 10 days ago

Is one QR entry code enough for the whole family at Cam Ranh Airport (Nha Trang), or does each traveler need a separate one?

If you add all family members to one online arrival form, the system generates a single group QR code — travelers report it's accepted at Cam Ranh Airport, but it's safer to carry a printout and each passport handy in case officials ask.

1 source · 18 days ago

Is the QR code / arrival health declaration required at Cam Ranh Airport (Nha Trang), Vietnam?

As of July 2026, Cam Ranh Airport (Nha Trang) does not enforce the QR arrival code — no scanner checks, travelers pass through without it. Many still fill it out in advance since other Vietnamese airports already require it.

2 sources · 19 days ago

Do you need a Vietnam e-visa before arrival or can you enter visa-free, and does the accommodation address on the entry form matter if you later change where you're staying?

Russian citizens can enter Vietnam visa-free for 45 days with a border stamp, or get a 90-day e-visa in advance — border officers don't care which. The hotel address on the e-visa/entry form can differ from where you actually end up staying; nobody checks this at entry.

2 sources · 4 days ago

How do I apply for an Australian visa from Nha Trang, and do I need to attend a VFS appointment for biometrics?

The Australian visa application can be completed online, but biometrics require an in-person visit to a VFS centre. Budget for the visa fee, travel from Nha Trang, and a suitable bank card for payment.

1 source · 23 days ago

How can I find a Russian–Vietnamese interpreter for immigration services in Nha Trang and get documents legally translated?

For an immigration appointment in Nha Trang, use an interpreter with legal knowledge rather than a language-only translator. For certified document translations, a practical option is to arrange them through the Russian consulate in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, or Da Nang, usually by appointment.

4 sources · 24 days ago

What documents does a minor need to enter or leave Vietnam without both parents?

A valid passport and the airline’s minor-travel rules are essential. The discussion specifically notes that a child under 14 entering Vietnam without a parent, guardian, or authorized escort may be refused entry; for a 15-year-old leaving from Cam Ranh Airport (CXR), confirm whether notarized parental consent is required.

2 sources · 24 days ago

Do I need proof of an onward flight when checking in for a flight to Vietnam with an e-visa?

Airline check-in staff may ask for proof of an onward flight and a valid Vietnam e-visa. Bring a genuine booking with dates within your visa validity period, plus a valid passport.

2 sources · 25 days ago

Do I need to print my Vietnam visa and fill out an arrival declaration form before flying?

It's safer to carry a printed copy of your visa, since some airlines and border officers ask for it, and while the electronic arrival declaration isn't strictly mandatory in advance, it's recommended to fill it out before landing since officers can request it on the spot.

3 sources · today

Do you need a return or onward ticket to enter Vietnam (Nha Trang), and what to do if you're only flying one-way?

Yes, immigration and airlines sometimes ask for proof of onward or return travel, especially with single-entry visas. If you don't have one, you can buy a cheap ticket on the spot to show, or book a refundable/throwaway ticket in advance.

1 source · 27 days ago

Do you need a return or onward flight ticket to enter Vietnam (e.g. Nha Trang)?

Vietnamese border control doesn't ask for a return ticket, but your departure airline (e.g. Aeroflot) sometimes checks proof of onward travel — a ticket to a third country works too. Having an e-visa lowers the chance of being asked.

4 sources · 13 days ago

Can you do a visa run from Vietnam to a neighboring country to renew your Vietnamese e-visa, and will you be allowed back in?

Yes, visa runs from Nha Trang work: fly to a nearby country (Malaysia, Indonesia, UAE), apply for a new Vietnam e-visa, and fly back the same or next day — immigration allows this, but airlines check your passport and return ticket at boarding.

3 sources · 30 days ago

Do you need a return/onward ticket for a Vietnam e-Visa, and how long can you stay in Nha Trang?

Yes — airlines often check for a return or onward ticket at check-in before boarding, even though the e-Visa itself is valid for 90 days (usually multiple-entry now). Without proof of an outbound flight you risk being denied boarding.

1 source · 8 days ago

Do you need a return or onward ticket to fly to Vietnam without a visa?

Yes — airlines use the Timatic system and can deny boarding if you have no visa and no return/onward ticket; this check usually happens at check-in in your departure city, not by Vietnamese border officers.

3 sources · 12 days ago

How to get a proof of onward/return flight ticket for Vietnam visa or immigration?

You can order a dummy return flight reservation for $20-30 through online services (or around $10-12) instead of buying an actual return ticket for ~$200 at the airport if immigration asks for proof of onward travel.

3 sources · 30 days ago

Do you need to show the e-visa QR code at immigration when arriving in Nha Trang (Cam Ranh Airport)?

In practice, border officers at Cam Ranh Airport rarely ask to see the e-visa QR code — just have your approved e-visa ready in case it's requested.

2 sources · 31 days ago

Do you need a child's birth certificate to enter Vietnam if the child and parent have different last names?

There's no strict rule: immigration officers sometimes ask for a birth certificate when the child's and accompanying adult's surnames differ, but enforcement is inconsistent — sometimes it's requested even with matching surnames, sometimes skipped despite different ones.

1 source · 34 days ago

Do I need a birth certificate to travel with a child listed in a parent's passport (old-style passport, no separate child passport)?

If the child has no separate passport and is listed in a parent's old-style (5-year) passport, border staff usually just check matching surnames; birth certificates are rarely requested, but carry one anyway — especially when traveling with the mother (patronymic isn't shown) or with a relative other than a parent.

1 source · 34 days ago

Do I need a certified/apostilled birth certificate for a child entering Vietnam if the child has their own passport?

If the child has their own passport, citizenship is already stated there — an apostille or consular stamp on the birth certificate is not required. Still bring the original birth certificate along with the passport.

1 source · 34 days ago

Do you need a child's birth certificate when flying to Nha Trang with a minor, and what do border officers ask?

When departing Russia with a child, border control almost always asks for the birth certificate, especially if surnames differ; on arrival in Vietnam there are usually no questions.

2 sources · 34 days ago

Do I need to fill out an arrival QR code / entry declaration before flying to Vietnam?

Yes — since late June 2026 Vietnamese border control checks a QR code from an online arrival declaration, which travelers should complete on the official site ideally 72 hours before departure.

3 sources · 34 days ago

Do you need to pay an agent for a visa run from Nha Trang, and can airlines still ask for an onward ticket even if you already have a Vietnam visa?

Travelers report that you can usually handle a visa run yourself without paying a realtor or tour operator. However, airlines may still ask for a return or onward ticket at check-in even if you already have a valid Vietnam visa.

3 sources · 35 days ago

How do expats legally get a work visa for Vietnam to work in Nha Trang?

To work legally in Nha Trang, you need a proper Vietnam work visa, usually arranged by your employer after obtaining a work permit for you. It is generally not something you get on your own without a real job offer, and enforcement is strict.

3 sources · 36 days ago

How can you do a visa run from Nha Trang to Laos, and what’s the easiest way to reach the border crossing?

A practical route mentioned is to book a bus on Vexere to Bến xe Ngọc Hồi, then continue to the Laos border by taxi or motorbike. A round-trip taxi to the checkpoint was quoted at about 500,000 VND, and this was specifically mentioned for getting an entry/exit stamp, not for e-visa processing.

4 sources · 3 days ago