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USEFUL INFORMATION BEFORE TRAVEL TO VIETNAM

 

- CLIMATE -

North of Vietnam: Hanoi, Red River Delta, Laotian and Chinese borders. Winter period from December to March. Medium humidity, rainy and average temperature of 200C.

Summer period from April to August. High humidity, sunny and average temperature of 300C. Autumn period from September to November. Low humidity, sunny and average temperature of 250C.

 

Centre of Vietnam: Dry season from February to August. Low humidity, sunny and average temperature of 300C. Rainy season September to January. High humidity, heavy rains and average temperature of 300C.

 

South of Vietnam:

Dry season from December to May. Low humidity, sunny and average temperature of 300C. Rainy season from June to November. High humidity, sunny, heavy rains and average

temperature 300C.

Check out Weather Underground for more weather info.

 

- CLOTHING -

Light clothes are the most appropriate, and don't forget rain gears! Travellers planning on trekking may wish to bring a warm polar fleece layer. Long trousers are best in evening to avoid mosquito bites, and bug repellent is recommended. Since the sun can be very strong in the tropics, good sunglasses, a hat and sun-block cream are essential.

 

 

- CURRENCY -

The official currency is the Dong, although US dollars and EURO are  welcome. The exchange rate is around US$ 1.00 = 15,800 Dong and EURO 1.00 = 17,500 Dong.

Travellers' cheque can be cashed at major banks for a service fee of 2%-5%. Visa and Mastercards are accepted at most of the large hotels, restaurants and shops. ATM are available in  the center of Hanoi and Ho CHi Minh City.

We suggest you to get Vietnam Dong (VND) for your spending in Vietnam. Any remaining Vietnamese currency can be exchanged at the exchange desk at the airport when leaving the country.

 

 

- PASSPORTS AND VISAS -

If you want to travel to Vietnam, your passports must be valid for at least six months during the duration of your stay.

Visas are required for all nationalities. Visas are issued in the Embassies of Vietnam abroad. A one-month visa is usually sufficient for most visitors. It is also possible to obtain three-month visas or six month business visas. All visitors shall obtain a visa authorization for Vietnam prior to arrival.

Easia Travel has the possibility to assist visitors to obtain these visa authorizations. Easia needs to receive the following information: Full name and address (same as passport), date and place of birth, passport number, date of issue and expiry date, occupation and nationality, arrival/departure dates and flight references. With  such information, Easia will obtain a visa authorisation for the visitors. Any morning (Monday

to Friday except national holidays), visitors should take this authorization number, two ID photos, two signed and completed application forms and fees to the nearest Vietnamese Embassy. The visa shall be stamped and available at the embassy in the afternoon, with all fees paid directly to the embassy. If there is no Vietnamese Embassy in your home  country, it is possible also to pick up your approved visa upon arrival at the international airports in Hanoi, Danang and Ho Chi Minh City.  In this case Easia needs to receive the visitor personal information (already mentioned here above). With such information, Easia Travel will send a letter to the airport and to clients confirming that the visas will be done at the airport on their arrival. Two identity photographs and two application forms are required at the airport. The stamping fees will be paid directly at the airport. This procedure is valid only if passengers book their travel arrangements with Easia Travel.

 

 

- AIRPORT & TAXES -

International airport tax in Ho Chi Minh City: US$12

International airport tax in Hanoi and Danang: US$14

Domestic airport taxes: Approximately US$2

 

 

- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS -

 No vaccinations are officially required. However, it is recommended that visitors have had vaccinations against yellow fever, diphtheria, tetanus, polio, hepatitis A & B, typhoid fever, and meningitis. Malaria prophylaxis is required for those who travel off the beaten track.

 

 

 - INSURANCE -

 We strongly advise visitors to have a good medical insurance that also covers evacuation. In case of serious health problem, medical facilities in Vietnam are rather limited. It is much wiser to purchase a good insurance.

 

 

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