Info Travel provides visa run transfers from Hoi An to Lao Bao border gate (Laos), about 280 km and 4.5–5 hours each way. A same-day return is possible but it is a long day (about 13–15 hours). We arrange the e-visa to re-enter Vietnam, pick you up by private car and guide you through immigration on both sides; quotes depend on pick-up point, group size and nationality.
How do foreigners in Hoi An do a visa run?
Hoi An has many long-stay foreigners, teachers and restaurant or homestay owners. The car goes via Da Nang, Hue and Dong Ha, then Route 9 to Lao Bao. Hoi An has been part of Da Nang city since 1 July 2025.
Visa run route from Hoi An
| Pick-up | Hoi An, An Bang, Cua Dai |
| Border gate | Lao Bao border gate |
| Other side | Dansavanh (Laos) |
| Distance | About 280 km |
| Time each way | About 4.5–5 hours |
| Same-day return | Yes, long day |
| Laos visa | Visa on arrival about 40–50 USD (ASEAN and some others exempt) |
What does the visa run package include?
- Free check of your nationality and passport, and the best option (e-visa, visa exemption, neighbouring country visa).
- A Vietnam e-visa to return, with Lao Bao as the entry port; urgent e-visa available.
- Private 4–16 seat car picking you up at your hotel, home or office in Hoi An, An Bang, Cua Dai.
- Staff guiding you through Vietnamese exit, Laos entry and re-entry to Vietnam.
- Drop-off at your door afterwards.
Sample itinerary
- 4:30–5:30: pick-up in Hoi An.
- About 10:00–11:00: arrive at Lao Bao, immigration on both sides.
- Lunch break, then re-enter Vietnam.
- About 19:00–21:00: back in Hoi An.
Documents to prepare
- Passport valid for at least 6 months with blank pages.
- Details for the e-visa (passport scan, portrait photo) or confirmation that you are visa-exempt.
- USD cash for the Laos visa.
- Do not overstay before the trip, or you will be fined on exit (overstay fines).
Things to know
- You can also do an air visa run from Da Nang airport if you prefer not to drive so far.
- No Lao visa yet? Info Travel can get your Lao visa in advance in 5–7 working days for 140 USD all-in, so you cross faster.
- People working in Hoi An need a work permit and LD visa or a residence card; a visa run does not replace work documents.
- Many back-to-back visa runs can lead to questions at entry; see is a visa run legal?.
- If a company or relative can sponsor you, an extension inside Vietnam may be easier.
FAQ
Which border gate is nearest to Hoi An for a visa run?
Lao Bao, about 280 km; see the Lao Bao border gate.
Can I return the same day?
A same-day return is possible but it is a long day (about 13–15 hours).
How much does a visa run from Hoi An cost?
It includes the car and guide service fee, the Vietnam e-visa fee (25 USD single, 50 USD multiple entry) and the Laos visa if needed. Send your nationality, group size and date via Zalo/WhatsApp for an all-in quote.
Book a visa run from Hoi An
Contact Info Travel at Zalo/WhatsApp: +84327828822 / Hotline: +84903782118. See the nationwide visa run service and 27 land border gates.
