The 90-day eVisa
Most passports need an eVisa to enter Vietnam. The eVisa is usually valid for 90 days, with single or multiple entries. Some passports are visa-free, but usually for only 45 days, so people who want to stay longer apply for a 90-day eVisa too.
You can apply through the government website for around $25. The application is processed strictly — community members report rejected applications and lost flights caused by minor mistakes during the application process. Many people therefore use a local agent.
| Processing time | Approx. price |
|---|---|
| 1 hour | $100 |
| 3 hours | $80 |
| 8 hours (1 day) | $70 |
| 2 days | $65 |
| 3 days | $60 |
| 4 days | $50 |
Visa runs
A bus visa run to Laos is usually around $150 (3.9m VND) and the trip takes roughly 12–15 hours. You leave Da Nang around 6–7 am on a comfortable bus with legroom, get a new 90-day eVisa in Laos, and return around 8–10 pm.
Plan B is flying to Kuala Lumpur or Bangkok (usually the cheapest flights) and running the regular or express process from there. Some agencies can issue a visa within a few hours at a higher rate.
Day-trip option
Timing around Tet
February is usually Tet
Local help
The most popular visa agency mentioned by the community in Da Nang is Lynn Visa. Passport photo studios are available in the same area.
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Common questions
- How long can a digital nomad stay in Da Nang?
- The commonly used route is a 90-day eVisa, extended by leaving the country and applying again — most often via a bus visa run to Laos.
- Is there a digital nomad visa for Vietnam?
- The community route described in this guide is the standard tourist eVisa. Confirm current options with a visa agency before you travel.
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