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HELPFUL INFORMATION

With a plethora of destinations along the coast and several reliable transportation networks in place, travel within Vietnam is relatively easy, provided you plan ahead. By making a few simple preparations and knowing what to expect once you arrive, travellers can ensure that their journey is a memorable one from start to finish.

  • Visas

    Foreign visitors to Vietnam are required to obtain a visa prior to arrival. These visas can be requested in 30- or 90-day increments and allow either single or multiple entries into the country.

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  • Weather

    Vietnam has a tropical climate which experiences two seasons, rainy and dry. In the southern region, rainy season runs from May to October.

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  • Currency

    Vietnam’s national currency is the Dong (VND). Most businesses throughout the country rely on cash payments, however a growing number of high-end venues now accept credit cards.

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  • Internet and electricity

    Vietnam is located in the Indochina Time Zone (ICT), GMT+6 in the summer or GMT + 7 in the winter due to daylight savings. The country operates on a 220-volt electricity supply and typically uses either round or flat two-pronged plugs.

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