Extend your solo adventure in Vietnam with our visa extension guide! Learn requirements, processes, cultural tips, eco-friendly Vietnam Tours, and top providers for a seamless experience with Vietnam Travel. Start your extended journey today!
Extend your visa – extend your Vietnam love story (Source: Internet)Written by Tony Bùi, with over 20 years of experience in the travel industry, personally guiding and organizing tours for over 100,000 travellers across Southeast Asia. This guide draws from firsthand insights, guest feedback from Legend Travel Group surveys.
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More days, more memories – with Legend’s easy extensions (Source: Internet)Solo travelers, please note: Vietnam visa extensions are available for tourist visas up to 3 months. Apply at immigration offices in major cities like Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City. Legend Travel Group offers visa extension services with just a 10% deposit required until 30 days before your extended departure – keeping your solo journey stress-free.
Vietnam is a solo traveler’s paradise – endless rice terraces, hidden beaches, and warm smiles waiting around every corner. But when the initial 30 or 90 days run out, extending your visa lets you dive deeper without the hassle of border runs. Whether you’re trekking Sapa’s misty mountains or cruising Ha Long Bay, a visa extension keeps your adventure flowing.
Legend Travel Group has helped thousands of solo explorers extend their stays since 2008. Our small-group Vietnam Tours are designed for independent spirits – join like-minded travelers for guided day trips while keeping your freedom. With only a 10% deposit (balance due 30 days before departure), you can extend your journey with complete peace of mind.
Your extended Vietnam chapter begins here (Source: Internet)Tourist Visa Holders: Single-entry tourist visas (DL) can be extended for 15–30 days; multiple-entry visas up to 3 months vietnamimmigration.com.
Eligibility: All nationalities with a valid tourist visa; no criminal record or security issues.
Duration: Up to 3 months total stay (initial + extension); further extensions possible but require sponsor vietnamimmigration.com.
Cost: 1-month extension: $25–$50 (600,000–1,200,000 VND); processing fee: $10–$20 (240,000–480,000 VND); express service: additional $20–$50 (480,000–1,200,000 VND) vietnamimmigration.com.
Processing Time: 5–7 working days standard; 2–3 days express vietnamimmigration.com.
Gather Documents: Valid passport (6+ months validity), current visa, extension application form (download from vietnamimmigration.com), two passport photos (4x6 cm), accommodation proof (hotel booking), and sponsor letter if required (for longer extensions).
Choose Immigration Office: Hanoi (No. 44-46 Tran Phu Street) or Ho Chi Minh City (196 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street); open Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM.
Submit Application: Visit in person (or use Legend Travel Group service); pay fees in cash (VND or USD); receive receipt with collection date.
Collect Passport: Return on collection day; extensions stamped directly in passport.
Legend Travel Group Shortcut: Let our team handle everything – drop off your passport at our Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh office, pay just 10% deposit, and pick up your extended visa with your new Vietnam Tours itinerary ready.
Extensions cannot exceed 3 months total stay; for longer, exit and re-enter with a new visa.
Overstay fines: 500,000 VND/day ($20/day); potential detention or blacklist.
TM.30 registration mandatory for all stays (hotels handle this).
Respecting local customs makes your extended visa adventure even better – and Legend Travel Group’s Vietnam Tours are designed with cultural immersion in mind.
Greetings: Say “Xin chào” with a smile and slight bow; use both hands for exchanges at immigration or markets.
Dress: Modest clothing for temples (e.g., Hanoi’s Temple of Literature); lightweight scarf ($1 or 25,000 VND) for quick cover-ups.
Behaviour: Keep calm at immigration; avoid public criticism of the government; ask permission for photos of locals. A solo traveler shared: “Respecting customs made my extended stay feel like home.”
Customs: Tipping optional ($0.20–$1 or 5,000–25,000 VND); remove shoes in homes/temples; complete TM.30 registration.
Tip: Say “Cảm ơn” (thank you); join hostel family dinners or Legend group meals for instant connections. Tony Bùi notes: “Respectful solo travelers find Vietnam’s warmth extends their hearts, not just their visas.”
Unlock northern wonders with your extra time (Source: Internet)Our tours are perfect for your extended stay – small groups of 8–12 solo travelers, English-speaking leaders, and flexible payments.
Ideal for 30-day extensions: Trek Sapa, cruise Ha Long Bay, explore Hoi An, Mekong Delta homestay.
Cost: $1,200 (30,000,000 VND) – 10% deposit now, rest 30 days before.
Pick-up: Hanoi hostels or airports.
For 15-day extensions: Sapa markets, Ninh Binh cycling, Hanoi street food tours.
Cost: $800 (20,000,000 VND) – join other solos for shared experiences.
Flexible: Add days as your visa extends.
Phu Quoc 30-day exemption bonus: Beaches, island hopping, Cu Chi Tunnels.
Cost: $600 (15,000,000 VND) – extend to 90 days with e-visa.
Tailor your visa extension: Mix Hanoi culture with Phuket beaches.
Cost: From $1,500 (37,500,000 VND) – personalized for your pace.
Solo-Focused: 90% of our travelers are independent explorers like you.
Peace of Mind Payments: 10% deposit secures your spot; no full payment until 30 days out.
Hostel Partnerships: Direct pick-ups from Hanoi’s top social hostels.
Cultural Experts: Guides share visa tips and local secrets.
Eco-Commitment: Every extension booking plants 10 trees in Vietnamese highlands.
Meet your extension buddies at our partner hostels (Source: Internet)Passport with 6+ months validity
Printed visa extension receipt
Lightweight daypack for day trips
Reusable water bottle (Vietnam tap water varies)
Quick-dry clothes for rainy season treks
Universal adapter (Type A/C/G plugs)
Phrasebook app (offline mode)
Emergency cash (USD backup, small VND notes)
Visa Extension: $25–$50 (600,000–1,200,000 VND) + $10–$20 processing (240,000–480,000 VND).
Daily Hostel: $7–$15 (175,000–375,000 VND).
Street Food: $1–$3 (25,000–75,000 VND/meal).
Legend Tour Deposit: 10% of package price.
Total for 30-Day Extension: $300–$600 (7,500,000–15,000,000 VND) including extension and daily costs.
Apply 2 weeks before expiration to avoid rush fees.
Use Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh immigration for fastest processing.
Join Legend’s free visa clinic at Hanoi Backpackers Hostel (every Tuesday).
Track your extension online at vietnamimmigration.com.
For 90+ days, consider our Vietnam-Cambodia combined extension packages.
Wander longer, love deeper – visa extended (Source: Internet)Q: How long can I extend my Vietnam visa as a solo traveler?
A: Up to 3 months total stay (initial + extension); perfect for Legend’s 15-day deep dives.
Q: Where do I apply for extensions?
A: Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh immigration offices; Legend handles it for you with hostel drop-off.
Q: Is there a deposit for Legend tours during extensions?
A: Yes, just 10% – balance 30 days before, giving you full flexibility.
Q: Can I extend while on a Legend tour?
A: Absolutely! Our leaders guide you through the process – many solos extend mid-tour.
Q: What if my visa expires during a festival?
A: Apply early; we offer emergency extension services for Tet or Mid-Autumn travelers.
Book your visa extension service and next Vietnam Tours today – your extended story starts now!
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By Legend Travel Group – Empowering Solo Travelers Since 2008
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