Bo Y International Border Gate in Quang Ngai Province connects Vietnam with Phou Keua, Attapeu Province (Laos), about 70 km from former Kon Tum city. Foreigners can exit and enter here with a Vietnam e-visa, visa sticker, temporary residence card, 5-year visa exemption certificate or under visa exemption; the gate opens daily, but hours can change, so arrive before 16:00. Bo Y lies near the Indochina tri-border (Vietnam – Laos – Cambodia) and suits people in the Central Highlands. Traffic is light, so check visa-on-arrival availability on the Lao side first.
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Bo Y border gate at a glance
| Province | Quang Ngai (formerly Kon Tum before July 2025) |
| Other side | Phou Keua, Attapeu Province (Laos) |
| Distance | about 70 km from former Kon Tum city |
| Opening hours | Daily; arrive before 16:00 |
| Vietnam e-visa entry | Yes (Resolution 127/NQ-CP) |
| Vietnam visa exemption | Applies as at every international gate |
Laos visa at Bo Y
A Lao visa on arrival (about 40–50 USD cash depending on nationality) is available at major gates such as Dansavanh (Lao Bao) and Nam Phao (Cau Treo). The Lao e-visa is generally not accepted at land borders with Vietnam. ASEAN citizens and some nationalities such as Japan, South Korea, Russia and Switzerland are visa-exempt for short stays. For smaller gates, get a visa in advance at a Lao consulate.
What to bring
- Passport valid for at least 6 months with blank pages.
- A document to re-enter Vietnam: a printed e-visa, temporary residence card, 5-year exemption certificate, or a nationality on the visa exemption list.
- A Laos visa, or USD cash for a visa on arrival.
- Small cash notes and 1–2 passport photos (4×6 cm).
Visa run via Bo Y
A visa run means leaving and re-entering Vietnam to start a new permitted stay. At Bo Y you clear Vietnamese exit, enter Laos, then come back and enter Vietnam with your new document. See the Laos visa run guide and is a visa run legal?.
Tips for crossing at Bo Y
- When applying for the e-visa, select Bo Y as your entry port; see e-visa ports of entry.
- Do not overstay before you exit: fines are 0.5–40 million VND under Decree 282/2025/ND-CP (overstay fines).
- After you return, your accommodation must file temporary residence declaration within 12 hours.
- If a company or relative can sponsor you, an extension inside Vietnam is often easier than a visa run.
FAQ
Does Bo Y accept the Vietnam e-visa?
Yes. Bo Y is on the list of land gates for e-visa entry and exit under Resolution 127/NQ-CP.
Can visa-exempt travellers use Bo Y?
Yes. Visa-exempt foreigners may enter through any international border gate, including Bo Y.
Can I cross at Bo Y and come back the same day?
Yes, if you already hold a document to re-enter Vietnam and a Laos visa (or are exempt). Go early to allow for queues on both sides.
Need an e-visa or visa run help?
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