bliprogers
backpacker
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#1 Posted: 8/7/2006 - 06:51


is it easy enough to get a visa for vietnam in Laos, or shall i try one of the border crossings or airport (that is if I fly from Vientiane to hanoi)???

somtam2000
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#2 Posted: 8/7/2006 - 07:47


You cannot get Vietnamese visas on entry at the land borders -- you have to arrange it in advance. You can get it on-arrival at Hanoi airport though.

personally I'd just get it in advance in Vientiane.

ReneHanoi
tourist
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#3 Posted: 8/7/2006 - 08:33


You can only get visa-on-arrival in Hanoi airport if you have a stamped authorization doc from Vietnamese immigration. Don't expect just to show up and get a visa on arrival at the airport. Scandinavians and most asians don't need visa for up to 15 days. See visa section on www.vietnamtourism.com.

chunk79
longtail driver
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#4 Posted: 11/10/2006 - 15:48


Be warned that Vietnames visa in Laos are quite expensive. In Vientiane we payed $50 at the embassy and had to wait 3 days. I subsequently saw them at travel agencies advertised for $45/$55/$65 for 3/2/1 day turnarounds. THey may be cheaper elsewhere in Laos I'm not sure.