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Visa Rules and Duration of Stay: how it works in Vietnam — first-hand

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ruleFor a long-term stay in Vietnam, obtaining a visa is necessary.
The most common method for maintaining legal status without extensive documentation is to exit and re-enter the country on a tourist visa (e-visa, costing around $100 USD). There are no complex residency permit processes for most expats; they typically live as tourists. Visa runs to nearby countries like Thailand or Cambodia are a common practice.
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riskOverstaying a visa in Vietnam, even by a single day, can lead to significant penalties.
At land borders, overstays will likely result in being denied entry. At airports, there's a possibility of paying a fine on departure, but you might be directed to the immigration office. Fines can range from one million VND upwards, influenced by immigration officials' discretion. It is strongly advised to adhere to visa durations to avoid complications.
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ruleIn Vietnam, when there's a discrepancy between the visa/entry stamp duration and an email notification from immigration regarding the permitted stay, trust the stamp.
The entry stamp placed in your passport at immigration is the official record of your allowed duration of stay. Arrival cards may not always be explicitly requested as the information might be electronically linked.
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ruleA 10-day gap between departing and re-entering Vietnam is generally sufficient to qualify for the standard 45-day visa-free entry period again.
Ensure to complete the entry card form upon subsequent arrival.
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ruleConfirmation of the visa-free entry policy for Russian citizens entering Vietnam, stating the duration of stay and the process of receiving an entry stamp.
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