📍 Border Map of Vietnam
🛂 Border Crossings
✈️ Airports in Vietnam
🚢 Seaports in Vietnam
❓ Questions + Travel Tips
Quick answer: Vietnam allows entry and exit at several approved border crossings with a valid e-Visa. These include major international airports, selected land borders with China, Laos, and Cambodia, and key seaports. The total number of crossings with the possibility of entry with an e-visa is therefore 83 in 2026. Always make sure your planned entry/exit checkpoint is on the official e-Visa list before travelling.
At a glance:
- ✈️ Airports: 17 airports support e-Visa entry/exit — including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Phu Quoc, Nang…
- 🛂 Land borders: 27 land border gates such as Mong Cai, Huu Nghi, Lao Cai, Moc Bai, Cau Treo, Lao Bao…
- 🚢 Seaports: 39 seaports allow e-Visa travellers — including Hai Phong, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City…
- 🔎 Tip: Not all border gates accept e-Visa — always verify your specific border gate before planning an overland route.
2025 Policy updates: Through Resolution 389/NQ-CP (2025), the Government has added 41 new ports of entry to the original list in Resolution 127/NQ-CP (2023). This expansion significantly improves the accessibility and convenience for foreign nationals entering or exiting Vietnam using the e-visa system.
Last updated in April 2026
Discover the essential information about border crossings in Vietnam. From required documents and visa regulations to restrictions on goods and pet transportation, get the answers you need for a seamless journey. Understand the specific rules and restrictions for crossing the border with motorcycles or other vehicles. Learn about currency acceptance at border points and guidelines for transporting goods. Explore the registration process for bringing drones into Vietnam and the flight regulations that must be followed. Whether you’re planning a leisure trip or a business visit, familiarize yourself with the customs procedures, import/export restrictions, and permits.
In August 2023, Vietnam launched a multiple-entry 90-day e-visa system.
Since the summer of 2023, you can enter and exit Vietnam multiple times using a 90-day multiple-entry e-visa, which can be obtained online. With this new e-visa, you can enter or exit Vietnam several times at various border crossings, international airports, and even seaports. At designated border crossings, you can travel overland from Vietnam to Laos, Cambodia, or China, or arrive by land from these neighboring countries. The Vietnamese visa is a type of travel document granted by the relevant Vietnamese authorities, providing permission to travel and enter Vietnam. The e-visa is one of the visa types issued to foreigners and tourists by the Vietnamese Immigration Department through an electronic system. The Vietnamese e-visa is valid for a maximum period of 90 days.
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📍 Vietnam Border Crossings with E-Visa Access
Foreign travelers can enter or leave Vietnam with a valid 90-day E-Visa via selected airports, seaports, and international land border crossings.
🇱🇦 Vietnam → Laos
Popular border crossings between Vietnam and Laos:
Tay Trang, Na Meo, Nam Can, Cau Treo, Cha Lo, Lao Bao, La Lay, Bo Y.
🇰🇭 Vietnam → Cambodia
Main land border crossings to Cambodia:
Xa Mat, Moc Bai, Song Tien, Tinh Bien, Ha Tien.
🇨🇳 Vietnam → China
International border crossings to China:
Lao Cai, Huu Nghi, Mong Cai.
Vietnam E-Visa Entry Points: Complete List of 83 Approved Ports (2026):
| Border Gate | Province | Border Country |
|---|---|---|
| Tay Trang | Dien Bien | Laos |
| Mong Cai | Quang Ninh | China |
| Huu Nghi | Lang Son | China |
| Lao Cai | Lao Cai | China |
| Na Meo | Thanh Hoa | Laos |
| Nam Can | Nghe An | Laos |
| Cau Treo | Ha Tinh | Laos |
| Cha Lo | Quang Binh | Laos |
| La Lay | Quang Tri | Laos |
| Lao Bao | Quang Tri | Laos |
| Bo Y | Kon Tum | Laos |
| Moc Bai | Tay Ninh | Cambodia |
| Xa Mat | Tay Ninh | Cambodia |
| Tinh Bien | An Giang | Cambodia |
| Vinh Xuong | An Giang | Cambodia |
| Ha Tien | Kien Giang | Cambodia |
| Dong Dang (Rail) | Lang Son | China |
| Lao Cai (Rail) | Lao Cai | China |
| Tra Linh | Cao Bang | China |
| Long Sap | Son La | Laos |
| Nam Giang | Da Nang | Laos |
| Le Thanh | Gia Lai | Cambodia |
| Binh Hiep | Tay Ninh | Cambodia |
| Thuong Phuoc | Dong Thap | Cambodia |
| Dinh Ba | Dong Thap | Cambodia |
| Tan Nam | Tay Ninh | Cambodia |
| Thanh Thuy | Tuyen Quang | China |
| Airport | Location |
|---|---|
| Noi Bai International Airport | Hanoi |
| Tan Son Nhat International Airport | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Cam Ranh International Airport | Nha Trang |
| Da Nang International Airport | Danang / Hoi An |
| Cat Bi International Airport | Hai Phong |
| Can Tho International Airport | Can Tho |
| Phu Quoc International Airport | Phu Quoc |
| Phu Bai International Airport | Hue |
| Van Don International Airport | Quang Ninh (Halong Bay) |
| Tho Xuan Airport | Thanh Hoa |
| Dong Hoi Airport | Quang Binh |
| Phu Cat Airport | Quy Nhon |
| Lien Khuong Airport | Dalat |
| Long Thanh International Airport | |
| Gia Binh International Airport | |
| Vinh International Airport | Nghe An |
| Chu Lai International Airport | Quang Ngai |
| Port | Province / City |
|---|---|
| Hon Gai | Quang Ninh |
| Cam Pha | Quang Ninh |
| Hai Phong | Hai Phong |
| Nghi Son | Thanh Hoa |
| Vung Ang | Ha Tinh |
| Chan May | Thua Thien Hue |
| Da Nang | Da Nang |
| Nha Trang | Khanh Hoa |
| Quy Nhon | Binh Dinh |
| Dung Quat | Quang Ngai |
| Vung Tau | Ba Ria–Vung Tau |
| Ho Chi Minh City | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Duong Dong | Kien Giang |
| Van Gia | Quang Ninh |
| Diem Dien | Hung Yen |
| Hai Thinh | Ninh Binh |
| Ninh Binh | Ninh Binh |
| Cua Lo – Ben Thuy | Nghe An |
| Son Duong | Ha Tinh |
| Gianh | Quang Tri |
| Hon La | Quang Tri |
| Cua Viet | Quang Tri |
| Thuan An | Hue |
| Ky Ha | Da Nang |
| Sa Ky | Quang Ngai |
| Vung Ro | Dak Lak |
| Ca Na | Khanh Hoa |
| Ninh Chu | Khanh Hoa |
| Phu Quy | Lam Dong |
| Lien Huong | Lam Dong |
| Ben Luc | Tay Ninh |
| Dong Thap | Dong Thap |
| Soai Rap – Hiep Phuoc | Dong Thap |
| My Thoi | An Giang |
| Hon Chong | An Giang |
| An Thoi | An Giang |
| Truong Long Hoa | Vinh Long |
| Giao Long | Vinh Long |
| Nam Can | Ca Mau |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions – Borders in Vietnam:
How to book tickets and flights for international routes from Vietnam?
What are the main border crossings in Vietnam?
The busiest crossings include Dong Dang (train to Nanning), Lao Cai (train to Kunming), Tay Trang in the north, and Moc Bai – Bavet (bus to Phnom Penh) in the south.
Can you travel from Vietnam to Cambodia by boat?
Yes, you can take a boat from Chau Doc to Phnom Penh; see this guide for details.
Is there a train from Vietnam to Cambodia?
No, there is no railway between Vietnam and Cambodia; travel is possible by bus, boat, or plane.
Is there a train from Vietnam to Laos?
No, there is no railway between Vietnam and Laos; the only options are bus or flight.
Can you travel by train from Vietnam to China?
Yes, you can travel by train from Hanoi to Nanning in about 12 hours via Dong Dang border crossing.
How to cross the border from Cambodia to Vietnam?
The most common crossing is Moc Bai – Bavet; you can apply for a Vietnam e-visa online or obtain a visa at the border.
Are there restrictions on bringing goods into Vietnam?
Yes, prohibited items include drugs, weapons, and counterfeit goods; some items may require permits, and personal goods must stay within customs limits.
Do you need a visa to enter Vietnam?
Most travelers need a visa, but some nationalities have visa-free entry; always check current requirements before traveling.
Can you cross the border with a motorbike or vehicle?
Yes, but you need a temporary import permit, valid documents, and must use border crossings that allow vehicles, such as Moc Bai or Lao Cai.
What currency is used at border crossings in Vietnam?
The official currency is the Vietnamese Dong (VND), but USD and EUR are often accepted at major crossings; exchange services are usually available.
Can you bring a drone into Vietnam?
Yes, but drones require registration and must follow strict rules, including no-fly zones and possible permits for certain uses.
🛂 Most Popular Border Crossings in Vietnam:
| Border Crossing | Description |
|---|---|
| Moc Bai – Bavet | The primary border crossing between Vietnam (Moc Bai) and Cambodia (Bavet), commonly used for travel between Ho Chi Minh City and Phnom Penh. |
| Lao Cai – Hekou | A popular border crossing between Vietnam (Lao Cai) and China (Hekou), providing access to and from the picturesque Sapa region in Vietnam and Yunnan Province in China. |
| Tay Trang – Sop Hun | A border crossing between Vietnam (Tay Trang) and Laos (Sop Hun), offering a convenient route for travel between Dien Bien Phu in Vietnam and Luang Prabang in Laos. |
| Bo Y – Phu Cua | A border crossing connecting Vietnam (Bo Y) and Laos (Phu Cua), commonly used for travel between Kon Tum province in Vietnam and Attapeu province in Laos. |
| Cau Treo – Nam Phao | A major border crossing between Vietnam (Cau Treo) and Laos (Nam Phao), facilitating travel between Vinh city in Vietnam and the Lao capital of Vientiane. |
