Vietnam Arrival Card: Newest Updates & How to Fill Out
Hey Canadian travelers! If you’re flying to Vietnam, you’ll need to get familiar with the updated digital entry rules—your key to smooth entry. This guide breaks down the latest requirements: what documents you need, who must apply, how to fill them out online, timing, and full entry steps for a stress-free trip.
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What Are Vietnam’s Newest Entry Declaration Documents?
Vietnam now uses two separate mandatory entry declarations (not a replacement for your visa):
- Digital Pre-Arrival Card (New 2026): Mandatory online declaration for travelers landing at Tan Son Nhat (SGN, Ho Chi Minh City); generates a QR code to speed up immigration.
- NA1 Form: Traditional entry/exit declaration (replaced old M3 Form); only required for Visa on Arrival (VOA) users and land/sea arrivals.
Key Clarification for Canadians
- e-Visa holders: Do NOT need the NA1 Form
- Visa-exempt & e-Visa travelers (SGN only): Must complete the Digital Pre-Arrival Card
- VOA travelers (all airports): Must complete both Digital Pre-Arrival Card (SGN only) + NA1 Form
- All documents are 100% free and available in English.
🚨 Newest Vietnam Entry Official Update (Effective April 15, 2026)
- Mandatory Digital Pre-Arrival Card: For ALL foreign nationals arriving at SGN Airport
- Current applicable airports: SGN (mandatory); Hanoi (HAN) & Da Nang (DAD) coming soon
- Official portal: prearrival.immigration.gov.vn
- Submission window: Within 72 hours before arrival (no earlier, no later)
- Output: QR code sent to your email
Who Needs Which Document?
Form Type | Must Complete | Exempt |
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Digital Pre-Arrival Card (SGN Only) |
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NA1 Form (All Vietnam Ports) |
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Vietnam Entry Basics for Canadians
For Canadian passport holders planning to visit Vietnam, you’ll need two core items to enter Vietnam:
- Valid visa (or visa exemption)
- Required entry declaration(s) (Digital Pre-Arrival Card / NA1 Form, based on your port & visa)
Visa Options for Canadians
All three visa pathways for Canadians require completing Vietnam Entry Declarations. Here’s a concise breakdown:
- Visa Exempt (Rare): Vietnamese-Canadians + immediate family; direct Phu Quoc Island arrivals
- e-Visa (Most Popular): Apply online 3+ business days in advance; no NA1 needed; SGN arrivals need Digital Pre-Arrival Card
- Visa on Arrival (VOA): Get approval letter online first; pay stamping fee at airport; needs NA1 Form + SGN arrivals need Digital Pre-Arrival Card
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Where to Access the Vietnam Arrival Card
Canadian travelers have three convenient ways to get the Vietnam Arrival Card, depending on preference and timing:
- Online (Most Recommended): Free via official portals (linked earlier), 1–7 days before trip (see Section 38 for timing). No official download—save confirmation as PDF/screenshot.
- On the Plane: Paper forms available on international flights (including from Canadian cities). Ask flight attendants for an English form; fill out during the flight as a backup.
- At the Airport: Tablets (Wi-Fi) or paper forms available at major airports (Hanoi, Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City). Note: Adds 30+ minutes to wait time, so plan ahead.
When to Submit What Documents?
Digital Pre-Arrival Card (SGN Only)
- Best: 24–72 hours before arrival
- Hard rule: No earlier than 72 hours before arrival (system rejects early submissions)
- Minimum: Complete before boarding (airport kiosks add 20–40 minutes wait)
NA1 Form (VOA & Land/Sea Only)
- Submit 1–7 days before arrival
- Best: 2–3 days before departure from Canada
- Expires after 7 days (early submissions must be redone)
How to Fill Out the Vietnam Arrival Card: A Step-by-Step Guide
Digital Pre-Arrival Card (SGN Arrivals)
Step 1: Prepare Documents
- Canadian passport (6+ months validity from arrival)
- Flight number, arrival date, entry airport
- Vietnam accommodation full address & phone
- Working email for QR code
Step 2: Go to Official Portal
Step 3: Fill Out the Form
- Enter details exactly as in your passport
- Provide flight & accommodation info
- Answer health & customs questions truthfully
- Double-check for typos
Step 4: Save Your QR Code
- QR code sent to email within minutes
- Screenshot offline + save PDF; print a backup
Step 5: Arrival Immigration
Show passport + visa/e-Visa + QR code; officer scans and stamps your passport.
NA1 Form (VOA Travelers Only)
Step 1: Prepare
- Passport, VOA approval letter, two 4×6cm white-background photos
- Accommodation & flight details
Step 2: Access the Form
Use official portals: evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn or paper at airport VOA counters
Step 3: Fill & Submit
- Use ALL CAPS for name (match passport)
- Include passport, trip, and accommodation details
- Sign by hand (match passport signature)
- Submit at VOA counter before immigration with fee, photos, and approval letter
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Key Details to Fill Out Your Vietnam Arrival Card (NA1 Form)
To avoid mistakes, here’s a quick breakdown of the important sections on the forms:
Section | Required Info | Notes for Canadians |
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Personal Info | Full name (passport exact), DOB, gender, nationality | No nicknames/abbreviations |
Passport | Number, issue/expiry dates, issuing authority | Triple-check for typos |
Trip Details | Arrival date/time, flight, entry port | Use Vietnam Time (GMT+7) |
Accommodation | Hotel full address & phone | Copy from booking confirmation |
Customs | Restricted items; cash declaration | Declare cash over 10,000 USD (CAD equivalent) |
Signature | Handwritten (paper NA1 only) | Sign in English, match passport |
What Happens After You Submit Your Vietnam Arrival Card?
After submitting your Vietnam Arrival Card (digital confirmation or paper form) along with your Canadian passport and visa (if required), here’s what to expect during the immigration process.
Step 1: Immigration Inspection
The immigration officer will scan your passport and Vietnam Arrival Card details to verify your information. This process usually takes 5–10 minutes, but it can be longer during peak travel times (e.g., Vietnamese holidays or Canadian winter break). The officer may ask you a few simple questions—don’t worry, they’re usually straightforward:
- “How long will you be staying in Vietnam?”
- “Where are you staying in Vietnam?” (Have your hotel address ready if they ask.)
- “What is the purpose of your trip?” (Tourism, business, visiting family—just be honest.)
Step 2: Passport Stamping
Once your information is verified, the officer will stamp your passport with your entry date and allowed stay duration. Double-check the stamp to make sure the dates are correct—if there’s a mistake, ask the officer to correct it immediately.
Step 3: Next Steps
- If you have an e-visa: You’re all set! Head straight to baggage claim to pick up your luggage.
- If you have a visa-on-arrival: After passport stamping, go to the “Visa on Arrival Counter” to pay the ~25 USD stamping fee (cash only, USD preferred) and get your visa sticker. Then proceed to baggage claim.
Pro Tip: Keep your Vietnam Arrival Card confirmation (digital or paper) with you during your trip—you may need it when exiting Vietnam (though immigration usually only asks for your passport on departure).
Common Mistakes to Avoid on the Vietnam Arrival Card
To answer the question: What mistakes should you avoid when arriving in Vietnam?, let’s focus on the most common errors Canadian travelers make when filling out the Vietnam Arrival Card:
- Wrong document mix-up: e-Visa holders: Do NOT fill NA1 Form; SGN arrivals: Don’t skip Digital Pre-Arrival Card
- Submitting too early: Digital Pre-Arrival Card: Submissions over 72 hours early are rejected
- Cash declaration error: Declare cash over 10,000 USD (not 5,000 USD)
- Typos on passport info: Name, passport number, dates must match exactly
- Losing QR code/confirmation: Save offline + email backup + print a copy
This guide covers all current rules for Canadian travelers flying into Vietnam. Follow the timing and document rules for your arrival airport and visa type, and you’ll enjoy a fast, smooth entry. Safe travels!
[10% Off] Top Hotel Picks for Your Vietnam Getaway
Ho Chi Minh Hotels
5 star
Great1393 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City|3.17km from city centre
overall had a pleasant stay, came for business so location was good for me, although it was further out from the city center in district 1. staff were friendly, room didn't feel the cleanest and slightly dated but acceptable. wish the gym was open till abit later, and that breakfast had a wider selection, but overall okay :)FromBRL 349
Great805 Reviews
Nguyen Hue Walking Street Ho Chi Minh City|1.12km from city centre
This century-old hotel truly has character! You can feel the Saigon of a hundred years ago.
While the rooms aren't brand new, they are very comfortable. I booked a king room and the bed was huge!
The hotel breakfast was delightful, see the pictures below. The freshly made pho and baguettes were both delicious.
The location is excellent, you can walk everywhere.FromBRL 457
Very Good1766 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City|3.51km from city centre
Excellent! I booked early, so the price was incredibly cheap, around 300 RMB per day. They have a shuttle bus to city attractions, definitely make use of it!FromBRL 272
Amazing832 Reviews
Nguyen Hue Walking Street Ho Chi Minh City|0.84km from city centre
Absolutely loved this hotel! The location is fantastic, perfect for city walking and exploring all the popular attractions in Ho Chi Minh City without needing a car. The hotel has a pool, and the rooms are really comfortable. We stayed over Christmas, and there was a choir singing in the lobby in the evening, which really added to the festive atmosphere. If I ever go back to Ho Chi Minh City, this will definitely be my top choice!FromBRL 624
Amazing821 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City|0.6km from city centre
Very pretty french colonial style hotel with a stunning lobby. We stayed in the entry level room and it reminded us a lot of the park hyatt saigon hotel we stayed at 18 years ago. The Mai house hotel breakfast selection is to die for, every breakfast item is available at a good quality level for you to enjoy. The Vietnamese hospitality is very sincere from all levels of staff.FromBRL 789
Business travel
Very Good532 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City Centre Ho Chi Minh City|0.59km from city centre
The value for money is pretty good. Although the room is a bit small, it's clean. It's super convenient to do anything in the city center. Night markets and regular markets are right outside, and a shopping mall is just 800 meters away.FromBRL 199
Very Good314 Reviews
Nguyen Hue Walking Street Ho Chi Minh City|0.85km from city centre
The hotel is in a central location, making it very convenient for getting around. The staff are warm and attentive. The hotel facilities have a charming, old-world feel and are very clean and tidy. A great experience overall! 👍FromBRL 254
Great516 Reviews
Nguyen Hue Walking Street Ho Chi Minh City|1.29km from city centre
Loved this hotel! The location speaks for itself—absolutely the best spot for a city walk, and the room was super quiet. Breakfast had a nice ambiance too. But what really stood out was the service; I was so impressed! Everyone was incredibly warm and polite. This morning, I asked the front desk if I could check out at 2 PM, and they were very accommodating.FromBRL 544
Very Good581 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City Centre Ho Chi Minh City|0.93km from city centre
Great location, within walking distance of the Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Ben Thanh Market. The room facilities were good, clean, and spacious. They thoughtfully provided lunch, foot massage, and drink vouchers, but unfortunately, I didn't have enough time to use them.FromBRL 226
Very Good697 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City|1.34km from city centre
Stayed for 2 nights at Wink Hotel in mid December. Good first impression when checking into the hotel. Lobby felt welcoming and staff was on hand to help with the self check-in. The room came with a queen bed but was quite small. Will be a tight squeeze for 2 people. The interior was quite plain but clean. Bfast was delicious with a good variety of local and international fare. Laundry costs USD$2 for each wash and dry cycle.
Best thing about it was the location. There were plenty of convenience stores, restaurants and cafes just around the hotel. From the airport, a grab ride to the hotel was about usd$4. It's also about 2-3km from Japan town and Saigon centre.FromBRL 289
Family friendly
Amazing1494 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City|2.31km from city centre
What an amazing stay at the beautiful Hotel Nikko Saigon. I booked this hotel for our anniversary and they accommodated our room and stay with absolute class and thank you so much for the complimentary cake. My wife and two sons were so pleased we were able to experience the beauty of Hotel Nikko Saigon. The pool + the poolside service was great and to top it off the buffet breakfast was a memory we will cherish for our lifetime. Till next time we are in Vietnam thank you and love from Australia.FromBRL 731
Very Good841 Reviews
Phu My Hung Ho Chi Minh City|5.58km from city centre
Facilities: Newly renovated and well-equipped.
Cleanliness: Clean and tidy, suitable for larger families and business travelers.
Environment: Right next to VivoCity shopping mall, making transportation convenient.
Service: The front desk staff's English was excellent, making communication smooth and easy.FromBRL 433
Amazing683 Reviews
Vinhomes Central Park Ho Chi Minh City|3.23km from city centre
We stayed in their panoramic room, the view in the room is amazing both day and night view. The toilet is clean n good size. The breakfast was great with a nice view and great variety of food and taste great too. But it is abit troublesome to get to your room, as u need to take a lift to the lobby at 47 floor, then change to another lift to your room. Other than that everything is great. And it is connected to a mall which is very convenient to get things.FromBRL 810
Very Good321 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City Centre Ho Chi Minh City|0.95km from city centre
Good Location! Absolute service as one of our friend dropped his wallet without noticed. The hotel staff found his wallet and contacted me immediately. But due to we're at the airport, travelling back and forth will lead us missed flight. Hotel staff ended up arranged someone to send the wallet via motorbike to the airport. My friend received his wallet just in time to board on flight! Great service to Mark!FromBRL 319
Very Good307 Reviews
Nguyen Hue Walking Street Ho Chi Minh City|0.67km from city centre
This is a 5 star hotel and facilities is excellent including heated indoor swimming pool and the fitness gym area is big with many equipment. The room is very spacious and bed matress is very comfortable for a good sleep. Room amenities is very good. The view from the window is facing the city and the sound proofing is good. The location is good but need to take taxi out to surrounding shops as the location is on the road facing the river and walking distance to any convenient shop will take at least 10 minutes away.
Enjoyed my stay in the hotel.FromBRL 513
Hot spring
Very Good713 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City Centre Ho Chi Minh City|0.95km from city centre
This is a hotel of contradictions.
The facade is impressive. It's centrally located in District 1 near restaurants, shops and the Western quarter. The buffet breakfast selection is pleasing. The room size is generous. Staff are friendly and helpful. There's a forward thinking eco-friendly policy which clearly implemented throughout the hotel.
However, the hotel is let down by some of its facilities. For example, in the bathroom a spa has been placed under a shower head so that when you shower the water runs down the wall and floods across the bathroom floor from one side to the other and in front of the hand basin. The hot and cold water taps turn on in opposite directions and the cold tap is not fitted properly which causes it to move. My children were unable to turn the shower on or off without adult help. The shower head is also too low and my 6 foot husband had to crouch down to shower.
Another problem area is the rooftop pool area. The clear rooptop pool perimeter fence is woefully too low. I watched a child climb out of the pool to the ledge between the pool and the perimeter fence and I was very worried for his safety. One wrong slip or stumble and there's nothing stopping the child from toppling over the edge and 11 floors down.
This hotel has a lot going for it but also has further room for improvement.FromBRL 237
Great29 Reviews
Le Thanh Ton Ho Chi Minh City|0.89km from city centre
The hotel is located in the Japanese quarter, overall the location is good. Small room, clean, typical business hotel. Very friendly staff! There is an onsen on the eighth floor, the schedule is more for men, but we managed to get there during women's time. Breakfasts are interesting. They give you a questionnaire where you can choose a set, we took Japanese and continental, we did not leave hungry)FromBRL 270
Great108 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City|2.03km from city centre
This place is hard to find even to some locals, and its especially hard for foreigners to come by for the first time. It's a newly building with security at the lobby, and there are shops and restaurants near by which is convenient. However; there is hardly a management of this property, we booked for 4days 3 nights and there were only 4 bottles in total and we had no respond when we required for more water bottles.(good thing is shops are close by.) Secondly, we also had no respond when we requied of house cleaning, we found and killed Cockroaches everyday. Last but not least, the third night of stay hot water running out, I had to take a cold shower. I don't mind taking cold showers in Vietnam's current weather, its just i didnt have an option of hot water makes this stay less worthy.
There are also some pros of this property, the views are good, you get to see the landmark 81 building right outside the window, and some parts of river view. Besides the views, they use good quality bedding appliances (mattresses are great) and electrical appliances(dryer in your closet, you get to hang your wet clothes, sanitize and dry them).
Overall, I would come back and live here if the management can starting to catch up.FromBRL 674
Amazing0 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City|87.27km from city centre
Sanctuary Ho Tram Beach Resort located at a private beach, just about 2 hours drives from Ho Chi Minh city, VietnamIncludes villas with 3, 4, or 5 bedrooms, offering lake view and sea view.- Accommodation from 6 adults + 3 children to 10 adults + 5 children.- Kitchen is fully equipped. This is the most unique feature of SANCTUARY HO TRAM resort, something rarely found in other resorts near by.It's especially suitable for families, groups of friends, and company team-building events, where everyone needs a private and comfortable resort with flexible options for dining, poolside BBQs, beach activities, and more.- Kayaks,gym, tennis court, volleyball, basketball are available for you to use (free of charge)- Spa service will be provided at the villa (upon inquiry- with charge)- There is also one pickleball onsite (with charge)- Jetski service is available upon request (with charge)- There is a children’s playground in the resort (free of charge).- The villa’s garage can accommodate 1-2 car but there are other parking spaces within the resort for additional cars.- Foods could be ordered (with a charge) at the resort’s restaurant.- Transportation from Ho Chi Minh airport to the villa (or return) can be provided upon request with a 16-seat or 7-seat car at a reasonable cost.FromBRL 1,628
Very Good9 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City|91.21km from city centre
The breakfast is not rich enough, the environment is big enough, but environmental hygiene needs to be improved. Many facilities are already very old. The swimming pool is also very unclean. Many tiles at the bottom of the pool are broken and the disinfectant smells very strong! The room is clean and clean! There is a lot of rubbish on the beach, which has not been cleaned up in time.FromBRL 232
Gym
Very Good765 Reviews
Le Thanh Ton Ho Chi Minh City|1.11km from city centre
Friendly staff at check-in, restaurant and bar. Cleanliness of the room was alright, with the toilet being a bit old and having a bit of rust and stains here and there. Booked a room with river view, but there was no view of the river, can only see a bit of it from the corner of the window.FromBRL 266
Great223 Reviews
Nguyen Hue Walking Street Ho Chi Minh City|1.12km from city centre
I’ve been in Saigon for months now moving from hotel to hotel. The Myst Dong Khoi is an excellent choice among the options.
The best feature, and one that matters a lot here, is quiet and peace. The Myst’s rooms are very quiet. I worked inside my room for hours and didn’t hear much.
The hotel is cute and well run. Lovely staff. Efficient processes. Well priced and very well situated in a safe and western-friendly location. I will absolutely stay here again. And I did. For another week!!
Areas of improvement include breakfast tables being placed just inches apart - hugely inappropriate and made me find other options for breakfast. I’d also do a better job separating families with rowdy kids and everyone else.FromBRL 835
Very Good206 Reviews
Le Thanh Ton Ho Chi Minh City|1km from city centre
Excellent gym, pool views over the river.
The best breakfast with coffee machine.
And by far the best omelette ive had in a hotel.
Awesome 👌
Definitely will be back.
And only 5 minutes walk to Japan Town, with great food and bars as well as massage parloursFromBRL 296
Very Good104 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City Centre Ho Chi Minh City|0.88km from city centre
My third time at this hotel. Very convenient because of the location, the reception staff are very pleasant and happy to help you. The breakfast is very boring. Cheap ingredients. And the room is too small for the number of guests even though they added a room. Going down the stairs is not the most convenient. And the service lacks character, the cook does a great job and always fills in what is missing. You can see that he is professional and experienced. And he is also very friendly. But we took sandwiches for the long train ride and I must say that this was the biggest disappointment. Because I did not take a sandwich down to the kitchen for myself, because to get a sandwich from the dining room I am supposed to pay extra. Although only a few dollars, the principle is completely stupid. The sandwich I received was terrible, dry, boring, made from two slices of cheap bread, a kind of cheese leaf and a hard-boiled egg. Something really inedible. Bread that chokes you. I prefer nothing to this free nothing.FromBRL 171
Great951 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City|1.58km from city centre
Is very 5 star hotel and service is very high class. The room is also very clean. However, the room is abit squeezy but overall is good experience. One night SGD 160 is quite reasonable. The concierge team is very experience and friendly in helping us find a 24 hour clinic. The view at floor 25 is really good. They have an infinity pool at the rooftop which can see the whole of HCMC cityview.FromBRL 472
Swimming pool
Great348 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City Centre Ho Chi Minh City|0.71km from city centre
The room was a decent size, had everything I needed, and was very clean. However, the curtains were poorly designed, letting in light on both sides (see photo). I arrived late at night, and by the time I was settled, it was already 1 AM. As a result, I was woken up by the light at 6 AM. The breakfast was plentiful, with both Asian and Western options. There's also a restaurant on the third floor where you can have lunch and dinner, and the prices are reasonable. Many local Vietnamese families dine there. The hotel is close to all the tourist attractions, making it a good choice overall. My only complaint is that the front desk captain was unfriendly and unsmiling.FromBRL 431
Great179 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City|0.29km from city centre
The hotel was beautifully decorated for Christmas Eve! The room wasn't huge, but it was well-equipped, clean, and the service was excellent – great value for money. The entire hotel has a French-inspired architectural style, with a warm and romantic white main theme. Because of this, I've even booked MGallery hotels for my upcoming trip to Australia. My only minor regret was being assigned a lower floor. I hope my trips to Melbourne and Sydney go well!FromBRL 807
Great282 Reviews
Nguyen Hue Walking Street Ho Chi Minh City|1.12km from city centre
The staff here were amazing. When we arrived our air conditioning wasnt working so they upgraded us to the penthouse for a nigh with the option to stay the whole stay there. We ended up moving to our original room the next night as we wanted the balcony room so we could smoke on the balcony.
The staff were amazing from the time we got there, to the time we left. The rooms were clean and spacious. Will 100% stay again.
Pool area was lovely...We also had a foot/leg massage for an hour and it was amazing.
Also if you love a bidet, they have them in all the rooms.
Location, there are plenty of food and coffee shops a minute or 2 walk away, aswell as a convenience store a couple of meters away.
The walk to the markets was also short.FromBRL 375
Great609 Reviews
Nguyen Hue Walking Street Ho Chi Minh City|0.91km from city centre
Two things stood up.
Firstly is the impeccable service, especially in the Salon. We were served by staff who spoke good English , knowledgeable and warm. Especially impressive was that it is not just an individual staff but whoever is on duty.
Second is the location. Number of eateries literally just on the doorstep is awesome.
It would be PERFECT if the toilet was bigger. The single basin toilet is a little letdown.
Overall, a wonderful experience.FromBRL 867
Amazing512 Reviews
Nguyen Hue Walking Street Ho Chi Minh City|1.08km from city centre
I have to give this hotel a five-star review! The ambiance is absolutely splendid, with a true Italian luxury style. The service was warm and attentive. On our first day, our room had a slight musty smell, but they addressed it promptly after we reported it. The entire elevator lobby smelled wonderful. The sofas in the lobby, made of purple camel leather, were incredibly comfortable. The hotel's location is excellent, right in the heart of the city center. We even got to enjoy fireworks from our room on New Year's Eve, celebrating the new year's arrival. Seeing the huge crowd downstairs made us feel like this room was incredibly worth it.FromBRL 981
Breakfast
Great274 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City Centre Ho Chi Minh City|1.2km from city centre
Highly recommend anyone coming to Ho Chi Minh City to stay here! Location is super nice & close to main attractions, staffs are very thoughtful & attentive, room is clean & interior is very unique. The hotel also has a skyroof-like restaurant which serves fusion food and the prices are still affordable for me. They also give out complimentary drinks and afternoon tea time to guest. You can also borrow powerbank, city bikes, and traditional hat for free at the reception. Plus, when I am about to travel back to the airport, they have a special Grab code for the guests of this hotel that gives you 20% off! Very nice experience indeedFromBRL 297
Great374 Reviews
Ho Chi Minh City|1.31km from city centre
It was our first ever trip to Vietnam and it was amazing city saigon. Although the language was an issue at the start wr managed to try to connect mostly with eveyrone. The staff at the hotel were beyond amazing in their service and gestures. They even surprised my mum with a doorstep cake for her birthday! KUDOS TO THE RECEPTION TEAM AND BRYAN WHO WAS SO CALM AND PATIENT IN EXPLAINING AND HELPING US OUT. 🥰😊
Will definitely recommend people to stay here! Rooms were spacious and views was not too bad if higher floors 😍FromBRL 687
Very Good498 Reviews
Le Thanh Ton Ho Chi Minh City|0.8km from city centre
1.Location: This hotel locate at a very good place. You can just walk by foot to many tourist attractions. And there are many brilliant restaurants nearby.(Except Lebanhmi)
2.Service: The hotel guy will help you to pick up the luggages. And their service is very good that should make you very comfortable.
3.Room: I really don’t care about the size of the room. But the soundproofing is REALLY REALLY TERRIBLE. I stayed in hotel for three days. Every night, may be around 1:00-3:00AM. I can hear very clearly about the big bang sound outside for someone opening the door or their talking voice.
That really made me very nervous. I suggest the hotel can consider about changing the soundproof materials of the door.
If they can improve this concept, I may rebook for next trip in Saigon.FromBRL 312
Very Good192 Reviews
Ben Thanh Market Area Ho Chi Minh City|0.76km from city centre
We stayed for six nights.
Pros:
- Excellent location in a tourist area, close to all amenities and shops.
- Polite service with excellent English.
- Daily towel changes, room cleaning, water, and toiletries.
- Great cafe right outside on the ground floor.
- Good breakfast from 7 to 10 AM, but the later you go, the less selection there is.
- Air conditioning works perfectly.
- Real plants with drip irrigation – very nice.
- At first glance, a cozy room with a balcony.
Cons:
- Due to the plants on the balcony, tiny bugs constantly crawl around the room, bed, and bathroom. They are harmless, like specks of sand, but caused a slight discomfort.
- The bathroom wasn't the cleanest due to humidity and old renovations. It was always cleaned, but it looked old and musty.
- Not all drinks were refilled daily, contrary to what some reviews mentioned. Initially, there was beer, Pepsi, tea, and water.
- Poor soundproofing; noises from the corridor and the neighboring room were audible.
- And most importantly – street noise. A closed balcony didn't help; there was noise on the street until midnight and starting at 9 AM. Sports broadcasts, hawkers, construction from neighboring buildings – everything was audible, as if you were right on the street. Since our balcony faced the street, we experienced this; perhaps there are other room options with windows facing inwards.
Overall, the hotel isn't bad for its price and genuinely tries to be good, but the longer we stayed, the more downsides we noticed. We wish them continued improvement!FromBRL 252
Good449 Reviews
Pham Ngu Lao Street Area Ho Chi Minh City|1.44km from city centre
Located at Bùi Biên Street , easy to find the hotel with 24hours reception counter .
Sleep well because I Dont hear any noise ..
Clean and comfortable stay for 1 night ..FromBRL 16
FAQs about Vietnam Arrival Card
Is the Vietnam Arrival Card the same as a Vietnam visa?
No, the Vietnam Arrival Card and a Vietnam visa are two completely separate documents. A visa (or e-visa) grants you permission to enter Vietnam, while the arrival card is an immigration declaration form that all travellers must complete regardless of how they obtained their visa. Think of the visa as your entry permission and the arrival card as a registration form you fill out upon arrival.What is a pre-arrival letter for Vietnam?
A pre-arrival letter (also called visa approval letter) is required for Visa on Arrival (VOA) applicants. It's an official document issued by Vietnam Immigration that you apply for online in advance. You must print it and bring it to the airport along with your passport, photos, and stamping fee.What happens if I make a mistake on my Vietnam Arrival Card?
If you make a mistake on your Vietnam Arrival Card, request a new form — either from the flight attendant or at the immigration hall — and start fresh. Do not use correction fluid (white-out) on the form, as this can raise questions with immigration officers. Always write in blue or black ballpoint pen, use block capital letters, and double-check all details against your passport before submitting.What address should I put on the Vietnam Arrival Card?
You should enter the name and address of the hotel or accommodation where you will be staying on your first night in Vietnam. If you are travelling to multiple cities, the address of your first accommodation is sufficient. Booking your Vietnam hotel in advance through a platform like Trip.com ensures you have a confirmed address ready to complete your arrival card without any delays at immigration.What do Canadians need to enter Vietnam?
Canadian passport holders need a valid passport (with at least six months of validity beyond their intended stay), a Vietnamese visa or e-visa (unless a visa exemption applies), and a completed Vietnam Arrival Card. Proof of accommodation and a return or onward ticket may also be requested at immigration. Canadians can apply for a Vietnam e-visa online through the official Vietnam Immigration portal before travelling.
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