Smooth Entry Test for Vietnam Ho Chi Minh City Travelers
This process is specifically for travelers with separate visa sheets ~
To breeze through 🇻🇳 Vietnam Customs 🛃
⚠️ Essential Preparations: Ensure you have your passport, separate visa sheet, and boarding pass ready.

📝 Visa Types: There are three main types of visas. For a detailed comparison, refer to the note image.
1. Visa on arrival (requires pre-arranged Vietnam approval letter)
2. E-visa
3. Separate visa sheet
✈️ Entry Process with a Separate Visa Sheet:
1️⃣ [Disembark] After landing, simply follow the crowd. As an international arrival, everyone will need to go through customs.
2️⃣ [Queue Up] In the arrival hall, you’ll see multiple queues. Make sure to join the ALL PASSPORTS lane. Be patient, as this step can take up to an hour.
3️⃣ [Clearing Customs] Have your passport, visa, and boarding pass in hand. Present these to the customs officer and wait calmly for the stamp.
4️⃣ [Collect Luggage🧳] After clearing customs, head down one floor to find the baggage carousel and collect your checked luggage.
5️⃣ [Exit the Airport, Use the Nothing to Declare Channel] With your luggage in tow, exit the airport through the nothing to declare channel.
Follow the signs and walk straight out without any worries.
Transportation and Ride-Hailing Apps
Vietnam is a haven for motorcycle enthusiasts 🏍️. Locals primarily use motorcycles, making the streets less crowded with cars. For foreigners, the most popular options are buses 🚌, taxis 🚖, or renting a motorcycle 🛵. The top recommended ride-hailing app is Grab, which combines the features of Didi and Ele.me, allowing you to easily book rides and order food.
We hope this guide proves helpful for your journey. One final tip: Do not give tips! Save your money and avoid being taken advantage of.