09/10/2026
After receiving your passport from the immigration officer, do not step away from the counter until you have checked the details.
Even the most attentive people on a visa run skip this IMPORTANT step: checking the date on the entry stamp in their passport immediately, before stepping away from the immigration counter.
🔹 If you are entering Vietnam visa-free, check that your permitted length of stay is correct (you can use a date calculator).
🔹 If you are entering Vietnam on an e-visa, check that the date on your entry stamp matches the validity period stated on your visa.
⚠️ Pay special attention to the stamp if the date has been corrected by hand, crossed out, or the numbers could be interpreted differently. Don’t try to guess what the border officer wrote — ask them immediately to confirm the exact date until which you are allowed to stay in Vietnam.
🚨 Why is this important? Even a one-day mistake can result in an overstay, a fine, and complications that may prevent you from leaving the country or completing your planned visa run.
📌 So remember these simple steps every time you cross the border:
Get your passport back → check the stamp → verify the date against your visa exemption period or e-visa → if anything is unclear, ask the border officer immediately.
📩 Have questions about your permitted stay, need a visa, or need help with a visa run? Send us a DM — we’ll answer your questions and help you choose the best option for your situation.