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Overview<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
New policies from 15th August 2023<\/span><\/p>\n
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Vietnam grants e-visas for citizens of all countries and territories with 90-day stay duration and valid for multiple entry.<\/span><\/li>\n
Citizens of 13 countries enjoying unilateral visa exemption can stay in Vietnam up to 45 days.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Vietnam Visa Exemption<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Vietnam’s new visa policy effective from 15th August 2023 extends stay duration for 13 countries enjoying unilateral visa exemption from 15 days to 45 days, regardless of passport type and entry purpose. The 13 countries include: Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the UK, Russia, Japan, Republic of Korea, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Belarus.<\/span><\/p>\n
Below is the full list of 25 countries +Kazakhstan that are exempted from visa requirement:<\/span><\/p>\n
Brunei, Myanmar, Belarus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Norway, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, The UK, The Philippines, Cambodia, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Chile, Panama.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Vietnam Electronic Visa (E-Visa)<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
From 15th August 2023, Vietnam grants e-visas for citizens of all countries and territories with 90-day stay duration and valid for multiple entry.<\/span><\/p>\n
Here is the list of border gates that allowed foreigners to enter and exit Vietnam by E-visa.<\/span><\/p>\n
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13 international airports: Noi Bai (Ha Noi), Tan Son Nhat (Ho Chi Minh City), Cam Ranh (Khanh Hoa), Da Nang, Cat Bi (Hai Phong), Can Tho, Phu Quoc (Kien Giang), Phu Bai (Thua Thien Hue), Van Don (Quang Ninh), Tho Xuan (Thanh Hoa), Dong Hoi (Quang Binh), Phu Cat (Binh Dinh), Lien Khuong (Lam Dong).<\/span><\/li>\n
16 land border gates: Tay Trang (Dien Bien), Mong Cai (Quang Ninh), Huu Nghi (Lang Son), Lao Cai, Na Meo (Thanh Hoa), Nam Can (Nghe An), Cau Treo (Ha Tinh), Cha Lo (Quang Binh), La Lay and Lao Bao (Quang Tri), Bo Y (Kon Tum), Moc Bai and Xa Mat (Tay Ninh), Tinh Bien and Vinh Xuong (An Giang), Ha Tien (Kien Giang).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
13 sea border gates: Hon Gai and Cam Pha (Quang Ninh), Hai Phong, Nghi Son (Thanh Hoa), Vung Ang (Ha Tinh), Chan May (Thua Thien Hue), Da Nang, Nha Trang (Khanh Hoa), Quy Nhon (Binh Dinh), Dung Quat (Quang Ngai), Vung Tau (Ba Ria – Vung Tau), Ho Chi Minh City, Duong Dong (Kien Giang).<\/span><\/p>\n
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2. INFORMATION<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n
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Official Language<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
The official language of the conference is Vietnamese.<\/span><\/p>\n
Vietnam weather<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
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The north of Vietnam: The north of Vietnam has 4 seasons, which are Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter. The weather in northern provinces like Hanoi is hot and humid with high rainfall from May to October, and gets cooler and drier from November to April.<\/span><\/li>\n
Central Vietnam: The typical climate of central Vietnam is tropical wet climate. This region has dry, hot weather with temperatures of up to mid 30\u00b0C from January to August, while September, October, and November often see the highest rainfall.<\/span><\/li>\n
The south of Vietnam: There are only two seasons here: dry and rainy seasons. It is normally dry and hot from November to April, gets wet and warm from May to October. The highest rainfall happens from June to August.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Time<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
The time zone for Vietnam is Indochina Time, or ICT. It\u2019s UTC\/GMT +7 hours.<\/span><\/p>\n
Electrical Specifications<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Voltage: 220 V; Current: 50 Hz<\/span><\/p>\n
The standard voltage in Vietnam is 220 volts. Primary sockets generally require 2 flat prong plugs, 2 round pin plugs, and many of the new 4 and 5 star hotels use British standard 3-pin plugs. We recommend that you pack a universal travel adaptor. You will need a voltage converter and plug adaptor in order to use U.S. appliances.<\/span><\/p>\n
Insurance and Liability<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
The Organizers do not take responsibility for any individual, medical, travel, or personal insurance. Participants are advised to secure their insurance policies before departure from their countries.<\/span><\/p>\n
While every attempt is made to ensure efficient, trouble-free hospitality, including hotel accommodation, sightseeing, and tours, participants are advised that no liability accrues to the Organizers in the event of any necessary modifications, including change in itineraries for tours due to delays or cancellations of flights \/ other exigencies beyond the Organizers\u2019 control.<\/span><\/p>\n
Tipping<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Tipping is encouraged when you experience good service, and this would be above the standard 5-10% gratuity to your bill added by some restaurants and hotels<\/span><\/p>\n
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Telephone & Post office<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
You can make international phone calls in Vietnam but the prices are not cheap. Vietnamese SIM cards are an affordable way of calling other countries.<\/span><\/p>\n
The postal service in Vietnam is reliable and there are courier services widely available. Do not put postcards into letter boxes, give them to your hotel or post or go to a post office.<\/span><\/p>\n
Money & Cost<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Vietnam’s official currency is the Dong (VND or d). US dollars are widely accepted in tourist attractions or big shopping malls. Visa and master cards are accepted in many hotels, restaurants and large stores, particularly in big cities. ATMs are popular throughout the country. You can find a number of international banks in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.<\/span><\/p>\n
Internet access<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Internet and wi-fi is widely available throughout Vietnam. Most hotels, restaurants, cafes offer wi-fi for free. In remote areas, however, the connection is quite bad.<\/span><\/p>\n
Health and safety<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Health care in Vietnam varies in quantity and quality. Big cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh have a good health care system while in remote areas they do not.<\/span><\/p>\n
Pharmacies can be found in almost every town.<\/span><\/p>\n
Recommended vaccinations<\/span><\/p>\n
The only vaccination required by international regulation is yellow fever.<\/span><\/p>\n
Before you go:<\/span><\/p>\n
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Pack any medications in clearly labeled box<\/span><\/li>\n
Bring a letter from your doctor describing your medical conditions and medications<\/span><\/li>\n
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Insurance<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Don\u2019t travel without health insurance.<\/span><\/p>\n
Vietnam is generally a safe country to visit.<\/span><\/p>\n
Useful Numbers<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Emergency contact number: 113 (Police), 114 (Fire), 115 (Ambulance)<\/span><\/p>\n
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3. TRANSPORTATION<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n
Flights in Vietnam<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Travellers can arrive in Vietnam by train or plane. Tan Son Nhat international airport and Noi Bai international airport welcomes foreign and domestic arrivals daily. Domestic carriers are Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet,\u2026<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Metro in Vietnam (Especially in Ho Chi Minh City – Metro Line 1 from B\u1ebfn Th\u00e0nh to Su\u1ed1i Ti\u00ean)<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Metro Line 1 will operate from 5:00 AM to 11:30 PM daily, with a train frequency of 5 minutes per trip during peak hours, 10 minutes per trip during normal hours, and 15 minutes per trip during off-peak hours. The lowest fare for Metro Line 1 is VND6,000 per trip and the highest is VND20,000 per trip, depending on the payment method, subject, and distance.<\/span><\/p>\n
With a simple, automatic, and modern method, we can buy tickets manually at the ticket machine: Pay via POS machine or transfer money, receive a QR code, and scan at the ticket gate. Or buy tickets online when downloading the HCMC Metro application.<\/span><\/p>\n
The Metro will take you through 14 stations including Suoi Tien Bus Terminal Station \u25b6<\/span> National University Station \u25b6<\/span> High-Tech Park Station \u25b6<\/span> Thu Duc Station \u25b6<\/span> Binh Thai Station \u25b6<\/span> Phuoc Long Station \u25b6<\/span> Rach Chiec Station \u25b6<\/span> An Phu Station \u25b6<\/span> Thao Dien Station \u25b6<\/span> Tan Cang Station \u25b6<\/span> Van Thanh Station \u25b6<\/span> Ba Son Station \u25b6<\/span> City Theater Station \u25b6<\/span> End at Ben Thanh Central Station.<\/span><\/p>\n
Metro Line 1, with its diverse and strategically located stations, offers a comprehensive transit solution that enhances connectivity and urban mobility in Ho Chi Minh City.<\/span><\/p>\n
Trains in Vietnam<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Averaging about 40km an hour, Vietnam’s trains are an insightful and relaxing way to journey through the country. The North and South are connected by a single, 2,600km-track network managed by Vietnam Railways. The track snakes through the country from Ho Chi Minh City all the way to the Chinese border. <\/span><\/p>\n
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Hanoi Train Station Address: 120 Le Duan, Cua Nam, Hoan Kiem, Ha Noi, Vietnam.<\/span><\/li>\n
Ho Chi Minh City Train Station Address: 1 Nguyen Thong, phuong 9, Quan 3, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Bus in Vietnam<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Buses go almost everywhere in Vietnam. Bus travel in Vietnam can be either convenient and comfortable (when traveling between major cities) or slow and cramped (when traveling in the backwaters), but it\u2019s rarely expensive<\/span><\/p>\n
Motorbikes in Vietnam<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Vietnam’s quintessential mode of transport, motorbikes are the most convenient way to travel short distances. Novice motorists should be careful on Vietnam’s streets and observe the local style of driving, which is more ebb and flow than ‘follow the rules’. When in Vietnam, never park your motorbike unattended, always wear a helmet, and be sure to check the ticket number if you leave it in a parking lot.<\/span><\/p>\n
Private Transport<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
In Vietnam, you are able to book a taxi or private transport from ride hailing apps on your phone such as Grab, Be and Xanh SM.<\/span><\/p>\n
Other wheels<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Cyclos are perfect for sightseeing in historic cities such as Hanoi and Hue. Cycling the Vietnamese countryside is a must-do experience<\/span><\/p>\n
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