Visa runs from Hanoi
Visa Run from Hanoi — Simple, Safe & Stress-Free
Reliable Visa Run support for foreigners in Hanoi. Transportation, border assistance and visa guidance to China (Huu Nghi) or Laos (Na Meo, Lao Bao) — with clear instructions before you travel.
Photo: Bùi Thụy Đào Nguyên, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons (Lao Bao gate, resized)
Three routes we run every week. One of them fits your passport.
The China border is fastest but needs a Chinese visa or visa-free eligibility. The Laos borders work for almost every passport. We recommend the right one for you before you pay anything.
Hanoi → Huu Nghi (China border)
Lang Son province. For passports that can enter China visa-free (UK, EU, Australia, NZ, Japan, Korea and others) or already hold a Chinese visa. See the full list of 50 China visa-free countries — it changes periodically, so we confirm yours before booking.
Huu Nghi route detailsHanoi → Na Meo (Laos border)
Thanh Hoa province. Our standard Laos option for US, Indian, Filipino and other passports without a Chinese visa. Quiet gate; Laos visa arranged by us in Hanoi. ASEAN, Japanese, Korean, Mongolian and Russian passports enter Laos visa-free — see the full list.
Na Meo route detailsHanoi → Lao Bao (Laos border)
Quang Tri province. The Laos crossing that issues visa on arrival for eligible passports. Best when there is no time for a Laos visa in advance, or to combine with Hue and Da Nang.
Lao Bao route detailsNot sure which route?
Send us your nationality and visa expiry date. We reply with the route, the price and the next departure.
Three crossings, three very different days
Huu Nghi in Lang Son is the quick one: about three hours each way by expressway, back in Hanoi the same evening. Na Meo in Thanh Hoa is closer on the map but the mountain road makes it a very long single day. Lao Bao in Quang Tri is about 600 km, so it is an overnight trip.
- Huu Nghi (China): ~170 km · same day · China visa-free or Chinese visa
- Na Meo (Laos): ~250 km · very long day · Laos visa arranged in advance
- Lao Bao (Laos): ~600 km · overnight · Laos visa on arrival
Is your Vietnam visa expiring soon?
If you are on a single-entry e-visa or a visa exemption, you usually cannot simply "extend" from inside Vietnam. To stay longer, you may need to leave the country and come back in with a new visa or a new exemption stamp. That trip is what expats call a Visa Run.
Doing it alone from Hanoi means working out which border to use, whether you need a Laos or China visa, what time the gate closes, how to get there and back, and what to say to the officer. Get one detail wrong and you can lose a day, or worse, overstay.
We organise the whole trip for you
Hanoi Visa Run helps foreigners in Hanoi organise their Visa Run with transportation, border assistance and visa guidance. We check your situation first, tell you exactly which documents you need, drive you to the border and walk you through the crossing.
- Personal check of your passport, visa and expiry date before we book anything
- Help with your new Vietnam e-visa and, where needed, your Laos or China visa
- Door-to-door transport from Hanoi with an English-speaking coordinator
- Clear written instructions for the border, sent to your WhatsApp
Built for expats, teachers and long-term visitors in Hanoi
We check before you go
Every trip starts with a review of your passport, visa type and history. If a Visa Run is not the right option for you, we will say so.
Clear instructions in English
You get a step-by-step plan before departure: pick-up time, what to carry, cash to bring, what happens at each counter.
Online assistance
Support by WhatsApp and phone before, during and after your trip — in English, from a coordinator who knows the border gate and its procedures.
Transparent pricing
You see what is included and what is not before you pay. No surprise charges at the border.
Photo: TSVC1190, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons (Friendship Pass, resized)
Seven simple steps from first message to your new entry stamp
- Contact usMessage us on WhatsApp or send the short form with your nationality and visa expiry date.
- We check your eligibilityWe review your passport, visa type and travel history and confirm whether a Visa Run is the right option.
- Choose your route and dateWe recommend a border and departure date that fits your passport and deadline.
- Prepare documentsWe help you apply for your new Vietnam e-visa (and Laos or China visa if needed) and send you a checklist.
- TravelPick-up in Hanoi at the agreed time. Private car or shared van, with a coordinator.
- Complete border proceduresExit Vietnam, enter the neighbouring country, then return to the Vietnamese counter with your new visa or exemption.
- Return to VietnamNew entry stamp in your passport. We drive you back to Hanoi and confirm your new stay dates.
Trip schedule
Shared trips run on fixed days. Private trips can depart any day, including weekends, subject to border opening hours.
| Route | Shared departures | Private departures | Next available |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huu Nghi (China border) | Every day | Any day | Message us to confirm |
| Na Meo (Laos border) | Ask us for this week | Any day (Laos visa lead time applies) | Message us to confirm |
| Lao Bao (Laos border) | Every day | Any day | Message us to confirm |
Departure days depend on demand and border opening hours, so we confirm the next available trip by message. Send your preferred date and we will tell you what is running that week. Last reviewed 2026-10-21.
Transport + express e-visa, one total price
Need your Vietnam e-visa fast? Here is the full package cost: transport round trip from Hanoi plus our express e-visa (3–4 hours, single entry, government fee included). Choose bus or shared car, or an exclusive private car.
700,000 VND bus + 2,000,000 VND express e-visa
View Huu Nghi route2,500,000 VND private car + 2,000,000 VND express e-visa
View Huu Nghi route1,200,000 VND shared car + 2,000,000 VND express e-visa
View Na Meo route3,600,000 VND private car + 2,000,000 VND express e-visa
View Na Meo route1,300,000 VND sleeper bus + 2,000,000 VND express e-visa
View Lao Bao routeDoes not include the Laos or China visa fee where one applies, meals or accommodation. Multiple-entry express e-visa is 2,700,000 VND — add 700,000 VND to any total above. Need just the e-visa, without transport? See the express e-visa price by turnaround time. Full price breakdown →
Transport and express e-visa, priced separately
Prefer to book transport and the e-visa separately? Here is each priced on its own. Government visa fees are paid separately at the official rate and are listed clearly so there are no surprises.
Round-trip seat. Huu Nghi: 700,000 VND bus, door-to-door. Na Meo: 1,200,000 VND shared car (2–3 people). Lao Bao: 1,300,000 VND sleeper bus, bus-station pick-up.
- Round-trip transport from Hanoi
- 24/7 online English-speaking coordinator
- Pre-trip document check and checklist
2,700,000 VND for multiple entry. Government fee included — nothing extra to pay.
- Approval in 3–4 hours where available
- Submitted the same day you contact us
- Both single and multiple entry
- Official government e-visa fee included
Huu Nghi: 2,500,000 VND. Na Meo: 3,600,000 VND (exclusive use). Any day, your schedule.
- Private vehicle and driver, door to door
- 24/7 online English-speaking coordinator
- Flexible pick-up time and location
See full price breakdown by route, including government fees →
Requirements for a Visa Run from Hanoi
- Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank pages
- Your current Vietnam visa or exemption stamp, still valid on the day of travel (no overstay)
- A new Vietnam e-visa approved before departure, with the correct land border listed as your entry port — or a passport eligible for visa exemption
- For China routes: a valid Chinese visa, or a passport on China's visa-free list
- For Na Meo: a Laos visa arranged in advance (we do this in Hanoi); for Lao Bao: visa on arrival for eligible passports
- Cash in USD and VND for government fees; cards are not accepted at the borders
- Two passport photos (recommended)
Requirements differ by nationality and immigration history. We confirm your personal checklist before you travel.
A Visa Run is not the right option for everyone. If you have overstayed, are on a work visa tied to an employer, or have a temporary residence card, tell us first. In some cases an extension or a different visa is the better and safer route. We will tell you honestly.
Since April 2026 the official Vietnam visa fee is USD 25 for single entry and USD 50 for multiple entry up to 90 days (Circular 28/2026/TT-BTC). Overstay fines were increased under Decree 282/2025. Leaving on time matters.
Questions foreigners in Hanoi ask us most
What is a Vietnam Visa Run?
Can foreigners do a Visa Run from Hanoi?
How much does a Visa Run from Hanoi cost?
How long does a Hanoi Visa Run take?
Do I need a Laos visa?
Can I do a Visa Run if my visa expires tomorrow?
Can I return to Vietnam the same day?
What happens if immigration refuses my entry?
Do you provide English-speaking support?
Can I book last minute or travel with my family?
What our customers say
Real reviews from foreigners we have helped, copied from Google Maps, where Vietnam Legal Support (MP Viet Visa), the Hanoi visa consultancy behind Hanoi Visa Run (same office, same team), is rated 5.0 from 50 reviews.
We recently completed a same-day visa run from Hanoi to the China border. I’m very grateful to the MP Viet Visa team! … Alice was wonderful: responsive, efficient and thoughtful. She coordinated our trip, prepared our China Arrival Cards and answered questions quickly. … I’m genuinely impressed with their professionalism and kindness.
Very good experience; the visa extension process was clear, and we were supported from start to finish, with thoughtful follow-up to make sure everything went smoothly. I recommend using this service.
Thank you so much for your fast and professional service! Everything on your website is really clear, simple, and easy to understand. … A special thank you to Alice! She was incredibly responsive and always replied to my messages and questions very quickly. … I highly recommend your services!
Excellent service. Very efficient and really helpful. Would definitely recommend to anyone needing a visa
I was very satisfied with the service. Things were well organized before departure and during the border passage (which was made incredibly easy for us). I recommend using this service if you want peace of mind!
MP Viet Visa made my URGENT visa requirement as easy as it possibly could go. They took care of everything and made what would have been an incredibly stressful timeline for approval into an absolute breeze. …
Fantastic service. I’ve been using them for over a year now and the experience has always been excellent, quick delivery, great communication, and very reliable. … Pickup at 5AM and back home by 5PM the same day. Thanks MP!
Very great service! Everything went smoothly would definitely use again for a visa run!
hay hay shout out to the best visa agent. Alice helped me through a few visa runs now. She's always available and got you when something go wrong. … thank you Alice you are a super star.
I went with their service numerous times, MP Viet Visa always helped me with the process and also reminded me beforehand so that I don't miss my Vietnam visa deadlines.
Would have given more than just 5 stars! I have used their services a few times, I truly appreciate them being on time and transparent with every step. Definitely trust worthy and reliable
What a pleasure. She was super helpful, competent and went above and beyond to accommodate at every turn. You have yourself another client and very happy customer
Best visa service in vietnam. I got my visa in 4 hour with the best price.
Highly recommended service provider for any visa-related or other administrative necessities in Vietnam. Courteous, communicative and helpful beyond measure.
Great service! They handled everything professionally, even under pressure, and communicated clearly throughout the entire process. Their kindness, prompt responses, and smooth transaction made the experience excellent. … I highly recommend this visa agency to anyone looking for reliable, professional, and trustworthy service.
It’s a really good service. Fast, secure and convenient. Recommend 100%
I am very satisfied with the legal services of Vietnam Legal Support (MP Viet Visa). The team of consultants is enthusiastic, the prices are very reasonable, and the service is prompt.
A big thank you to Alice and Thanh for helping me with an issue involving my WP and TRC at the last minute. They stepped in and turned a worrying situation into a smooth operation, and I'm very grateful for their professional approach 🙏
Reviews are shown with the reviewer's first name and last initial. Longer reviews are shortened where marked "…". Some mention other services or routes we offer. Want to check us out first? Ask anything on WhatsApp before you book.
A Hanoi visa consultancy, not a bus ticket reseller
Hanoi Visa Run is the Visa Run service of MP Viet Visa, a Hanoi-based consultancy that helps foreigners with e-visas, visa extensions, temporary residence cards, work permits and document legalisation. Because we handle the paperwork side every day, we know when a Visa Run makes sense and when it does not.
- Office: 505 Minh Khai, Vinh Tuy, Hanoi
- Phone / WhatsApp: +84 906 220 768
- Part of MP Viet Visa, vietnamlegalsupport.com
- English and Vietnamese spoken
Our commitment
We will never promise an immigration outcome we do not control. What we do promise: an honest eligibility check, correct paperwork, reliable transport, and someone answering your messages before, during and after the trip.
Read our terms and cancellation policy.
Talk to a Hanoi Visa Run specialist
Send your nationality, visa type and expiry date. We reply with your options, the price and the next departure.
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