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Some people at the border will try to take you by bike, or act like you should work with them — do not work with them and do not pay them. Just follow this guide and walk to Laos.
Follow each checkpoint
Match every visual marker with the exact steps below. Tap any photo to open a full-size reference.
Vietnam side route overview
Vietnam departure
Go to the passport checkpoint.
Walk to the Vietnamese customs building.
Inside the building, walk past the offices on the right
Walk through the hallway past the metal detectors
Go to the rear of the building where the Entry and Exit booths are
Get your exit stamp at the Exit counter on the right
If you ordered a visa extension, please send us a photo of your exit stamp.
Make sure the stamp and passport number are clearly visible.
Border crossing path toward Laos
Crossing to Laos
Exit the building toward Laos and present your passport at the Vietnam immigration checkpoint
Present your passport at the Laos immigration checkpoint
Laos side office and entry exit steps
Laos processing
If your passport is not visa free for Laos, go to the central office to get your Laos visa.
Bring 1,500,000 VND and one passport photo for a 1 day sticker visa (cash only)
Go to the Laos Entry booth and present your passport.
In some cases, if you say you are doing a visa run, the officer may give you an entry stamp immediately and let you skip the entry process
When received, present your visa at the Entry booth.
Walk back to the car.
Final note
At some exit and entry booths, officers may request 50,000 to 100,000 VND — those are unofficial/bribe/tip fees, not official charges. You are not obliged to pay the fee, but they might deny you entrance until you do so. Pro tip: if you are pressured to pay, ask whether card payment is accepted, ask if they will provide a receipt, or say you didn't bring any extra money.
These instructions apply only if you are eligible to enter Laos and re-enter Vietnam with a valid visa.
