Knowledge Base for Life in Vietnam
Practical handbooks on relocation, 2026 visa regulations, condo rentals, banking, and medical care.
Vietnam Visa Run Guide: 45-Day Exemption, 90-Day E-Visa & Border Gates
Complete guide to border runs from Da Nang, Nha Trang and Saigon. Regulations, border gate crossing, and avoiding overstay penalties.
Overstay in Vietnam: Official Fines Under Decree 144, Deportation Risks & Blacklisting
Official immigration penalty matrix for overstaying your visa from 1 to 30+ days under Decree 144. Step-by-step resolution at airport and border checkpoints.
Visa Run from Da Nang to Lao Bao Border (Laos): Routes, Transfers, Costs & Pitfalls
Hourly schedule of limousines from Da Nang to Lao Bao border, border crossing fees, re-entry with E-Visa, and document checklist for a smooth trip.
Renting an Apartment in Vietnam: Hidden Utility Costs & EVN Electric Tariffs
How to avoid inflated electricity bills from landlords, understand EVN tiered pricing, and secure fair lease contracts.
Temporary Residence Registration (Tạm Trú) in Vietnam: Landlord Obligations & How to Verify Online
Legal requirements for temporary residence registration in Vietnam. How to verify your online police registration and protect against lease fines.
Expat Money Guide in Vietnam: ATMs, Cash Exchange & Bybit P2P
The safest and most cost-effective ways to manage finances, withdraw cash without hefty fees, and exchange foreign currencies in Vietnam.
Vietnam Visa for US Citizens (2026 Guide): E-Visa Application, Border Runs & Fees
Complete guide for US passport holders: Why US citizens do not get the 45-day visa exemption, how to apply for the 90-day E-Visa, border run procedures to Laos and Cambodia, and overstay warnings.
Expat Banking in Vietnam (2026): Wise, Revolut, Zero-Fee ATMs & Cash Strategies
How to handle money in Vietnam without getting eaten by fees: best ATMs for foreign cards, Wise and Revolut withdrawal limits, gold shop cash exchange, and VietQR payments.
Vietnam 30-Day Visa Exemption for Kazakhstan Citizens: Bilateral Rules & Border Runs
Official guide for citizens of Kazakhstan: Bilateral 30-day visa-free entry, document requirements, differences from the 45-day exemption, and how to extend with an E-Visa.
5-Year Visa Exemption Certificate for Overseas Vietnamese & Spouses (Giấy miễn thị thực 5 năm)
Complete guide to the 5-year visa exemption certificate in Vietnam: eligibility, application form NA9, required documentation, and rules for 180-day stays without border runs.