Updated: August 2026 · By Visa Specialist
ApplyEvisaVietnam.com — private Vietnam visa service agency · Reviewed on Trustpilot · WhatsApp +84 987121355 · support@applyevisavietnam.com
Why This Page Won't Give You a Made-Up Extension Price
You've probably seen other sites quote specific "extension fees" with confident dollar ranges. Here's the honest situation: ApplyEvisaVietnam.com processes eVisas only. We don't file in-country visa extensions with Vietnam Immigration on a client's behalf, so we're not in a position to quote a real extension price — and we'd rather tell you that plainly than make up a number.
What we can give you is an accurate breakdown of your two real options and what each genuinely costs.
Your Two Real Options
Option 1: Border Run for a Fresh eVisa
Temporarily leave Vietnam for a neighboring country (Thailand, Laos, or Singapore are common), apply for a new eVisa while there, and return to Vietnam on it.
What this genuinely costs: the same transparent eVisa pricing as any standard application, plus your own travel costs to and from the neighboring country.
| Processing time | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|
| 30–60 Minutes | $215 |
| 1.5 Hours | $185 |
| 2.5 Hours | $155 |
| 5 Hours | $125 |
| Normal 4–6 Days | $50 |
Add your own travel costs — typically $30-150 USD round-trip depending on route (bus vs. flight), plus $20-80 USD if an overnight stay is needed.
Option 2: Apply Directly at Vietnam Immigration
Visit the Immigration Department office in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City in person to request an extension.
What this genuinely costs: we honestly don't know, and we won't pretend otherwise. Fees, required documents, and processing time are set entirely by Vietnam Immigration, not by us, and they can change without our knowledge. Contact the Immigration Department directly (or check official Vietnamese government resources) for current fees and office locations, since posting a specific address here risks sending you to outdated information if it's changed since this was written.
Comparing the Two Honestly
| Factor | Border run (new eVisa) | Direct Immigration visit |
|---|---|---|
| Who sets the price | Us — fixed and transparent | Vietnam Immigration — confirm with them |
| Leaving Vietnam required | Yes, temporarily | No |
| Processing route | Fully online | In-person at Immigration |
| We can help with | Yes, the new eVisa | No, not our process |
Avoiding Costly Mistakes
- Don't overstay while deciding — fines and complications on exit aren't worth the delay
- Don't trust a specific extension price from any private agency, including sites that claim to process extensions directly, unless they can clearly show they're working with an official, verifiable process
- If doing a border run, apply for your new eVisa early in your trip so it's ready before you need to re-enter
- Keep digital and printed copies of your passport and any visa documents
Why We're Telling You This Plainly
It would be easy to publish a confident-sounding price table for "visa extensions" and let it sit there. We'd rather you make a decision based on accurate information: what we can genuinely offer (a fast, transparent new eVisa) and what we can't (in-country extension processing, which belongs to Vietnam Immigration).
FAQ
Does ApplyEvisaVietnam.com charge a fee for visa extensions? +
We don't process in-country extensions at all, so there's no extension fee to quote. What we can quote is the cost of a fresh eVisa if you choose the border-run route -- the same transparent pricing as any standard application.
How much does an in-person Immigration extension cost? +
This is set directly by Vietnam Immigration, not by us, and can change -- confirm current fees with the Immigration Department office directly rather than relying on a figure from a private agency.
What's the real cost of a border-run eVisa? +
From $50 USD (standard, 4-6 working days) up to $215 USD (fastest, 30-60 minutes), plus your own travel costs to and from the neighboring country.
Is a border run cheaper than an in-person extension? +
It depends on Immigration's current fees, which we can't quote, versus your travel costs, which vary by route. What we can say for certain is the eVisa portion of a border run: transparent, fixed pricing you can budget for exactly.
What happens if I overstay while deciding? +
Overstaying leads to fines and can complicate future entry to Vietnam. Exact fine amounts are set by Vietnam Immigration and can change, so don't wait until the last moment to choose an option.
Related Guides
- → Staying Longer in Vietnam: Border Run vs. Direct Immigration Extension
- → Vietnam Visa Run Costs for Australians
- → Same-Day Vietnam Visa Run for Australians
- → Vietnam Multiple-Entry Visa for Australians
Website: applyevisavietnam.com
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ApplyEvisaVietnam.com is a commercial website operated for Vietnam eVisa consultation and fast processing, and is not an official government website. We process eVisa applications only and do not handle in-country visa extensions directly with Vietnam Immigration. For an in-person extension, contact the Vietnam Immigration Department in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City directly for current fees and requirements.
