Posts tagged with "Vietnam Entry Requirements"

Vietnam doubled its maximum visa overstay fine to VND 40 million (~$1,520) under Decree 282/2025, effective December 15, 2025. The new rules introduce 7 escalating fine brackets, allow deportation from just 16 days of overstay, and carry long-term consequences including blacklisting and entry bans. This guide breaks down the full fine schedule, explains what to do if you have already overstayed, and shows you how to prevent it.

Most Vietnam E-Visa rejections are not about eligibility. They are caused by preventable application errors: a bad photo, a passport number typo, or the wrong entry port. This guide breaks down the 10 most common mistakes that get E-Visa applications denied in 2026 and shows you exactly how to fix each one before you hit submit.

Vietnam now requires all foreign travelers to complete a free Digital Arrival Card before landing at five major international airports. The online Pre-Arrival Information (PAI) system replaces the old paper form and generates a QR code you present at immigration. This guide walks you through the entire process, which airports are covered, common mistakes to avoid, and what to expect at the border.