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Visa help 2026

Approved Ports & Stay Rules for the Vietnam eVisa

You can't enter just anywhere: use a listed port, respect stay days, and know if you have one entry or more.

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Updated May 20, 2026

5 min read

At a glance

Allowed portsOnly codes on your PDF—if only SGN is listed, a DAD ticket can fail.
StayDays printed on the grant—not blog comments.
Single vs multipleOne entry means one entry; a weekend abroad may need a new visa to return.
ModeAir, land, and sea lists differ—cruise ≠ nearest airport.
ExtensionsNever assume—follow immigration rules only.
Domestic flightsOk after legal entry; keep the PDF handy.

What must match your booking?

Your PDF sets ports, stay, and entries. Reconcile every ticket leg before payment.

  • IATA codes

    SGN/HAN/DAD etc.—ticket must match a code on your approval.

  • Exit deadline

    Leave before validity ends; pad time in busy seasons.

  • Plan changes

    New port often means new application or visa type—no silent swap.

  • Onward proof

    Carriers may ask; align dates with your grant.

Official lists

Cross-check ports on the Vietnam eVisa hub, then your grant.

Vietnam eVisa page

Border and flight mistakes

ANY AIRPORT WILL DO

Two nearby airports can have different eligibility on your list.

TOURIST VISA, WORK LUGGAGE

Story and bags don't match tourism.

PEAK TRAVEL, NO BUFFER

Tet crowds slow exit queues.

OBSCURE LAND BORDERS

Hours or eVisa support may be limited.

Before you buy tickets

  1. 1

    1. Open your PDF

    Note ports, dates, single/multi.

  2. 2

    2. Match tickets

    Every arrival must hit an allowed code.

  3. 3

    3. Calendar last day

    Local time reminder two days ahead.

  4. 4

    4. Offline PDF

    Paper + device; border Wi‑Fi fails.

  5. 5

    5. Detours

    New route? Read official guidance before attempting a different border.

Handy links on our site

Before you book flights

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Ports and stay

Change port after approval?
Often requires a new application or official amendment—treat it as serious.
Layover outside Vietnam reset stay?
Usually no—be clear how many days you remain inside Vietnam.
Yacht or ferry?
Only if that seaport is on your grant.
Neighbour country shortcut?
Irrelevant—passport + PDF rules only.
Medical overrun?
Get official proof; don't simply overstay.

Official Sources

Always verify current requirements directly with official government sources before traveling.