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Implementing Resolution No. 32/NQ-CP dated on 15th March 2022 on visa exemption for citizens of 13 countries (Federal Republic of Germany, French Republic, Republic of Italy, Kingdom of Spain, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Russian Federation, Japan, Republic of Korea, Kingdom of Denmark, Kingdom of Sweden, Kingdom of Norway, Republic of Finland and Republic of Belarus) with a maximum length of stay to 15 days.  

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HÀNG KHÔNG

Sân bay quốc tế Tân Sơn Nhất cách trung tâm thành phố 7km, là cửa ngõ chính cho các chuyến bay đến từ khắp nơi trên thế giới.  

Chuyến bay nội địa: Vietnam Airlines, Jetstar Pacific Airlines, Vietjet Air, Bamboo Airways đều có chuyến bay đến hầu hết. các thành phố lớn. Các hãng này có giá vé không chênh lệch nhiều. Du khách có thể mua vé tại các đại lý trong thành phố, giao vé miễn phí hoặc mua trên trang web của các hãng. 

ĐƯỜNG BỘ

Nội thành

Xe buýt

Xe buýt quanh thành phố có giá cé 6.000VNĐ - 10.000VNĐ

Xe buýt điện 14 chỗ ngồi với giá vé suốt tuyến là 12.000VNĐ

Xe ôm công nghệ

Xe ôm công nghệ là loại hình phổ biến ở thành phố hiện nay vụ cho nhu cầu di chuyển của người dân và du khách thông qua hình thức đặt xe taxi và xe ôm trực tuyến trên ứng dụng được tải về trên các thiết bị di động thông minh (smartphone).

Taxi

Giá cả 8.000VNĐ - 12.000VNĐ cho 500m đầu tiên và 13.000VNĐ-15.500VNĐ cho cây số tiếp theo. Các thương hiệu taxi quen thuộc là Vinasun, Mai Linh, Futa...

Xe Hop-on Hop-off

Với sức chứa 2 tầng, chuyến xe đi qua 24 tuyến đường, đưa bạn tới với 30 điểm tham quan nổi bật nhất của thành phố. Ở mỗi điểm dừng, bạn có thể tự do xuống xe, khám phá và trải nghiệm theo cách riêng của mình. 

Toàn bộ hệ thống tham quan city tour được lập trình tự động khi vận hành nhằm đảm bảo cứ cách 30 phút tại bất kỳ điểm nào trong hành trình đều có một xe đến và đi.  

Các tiện ích miễn phí  trên xe như Bản đồ du lịch thành phố, tai nghe thuyết m

1. Can I get a tax refund when shopping in Vietnam?

International travellers to Vietnam are entitled to obtain a refund that accounts for 85% of the 10% Value-Added Tax (VAT) on eligible goods that were purchased from a registered VAT refund shop, thanks to a pilot scheme that was introduced in 2012 and has been fne-tuned several times since.In other words, this is the perfect opportunity for international travellers to get back some of that hardearned cash by buying goods at shops that offer VAT refunds. Whilst the procedure may only be worth it for large purchases, if you are planning to buy expensive items, it is a substantial saving.

2. In order to receive VAT refund, what conditions must be met?

According to the Ministry of Finance, in order to receive VAT refund, tourists must meet these four requirements:- Purchased goods must be subject to VAT, unused and allowed on aircraft Purchased goods must not appear on the list of export prohibitions or restrictions.

- Purchased goods must have invoices and VAT refund declarations issued within 30 days of departure.

- Purchased goods must be bought from a single shop on a single day and must have a value of at least VND 2 million.

3. How can I get a VAT refund?

To get the VAT refund, please follow this procedure:

- When purchasing the goods, submit your passport to the retailer so they can create the VAT refund declaration form. They will issue you with the original copy but make sure to check that all your information is correct.

- Once you are at the Tan Son Nhat airport, go to the VAT refund customs inspection offce where you will need to present the goods you have purchased, your passport, the invoices and the VAT declaration forms.

- Once you’ve taken care of the paperwork to get your declaration form, you will need to submit a boarding pass from an international fight and invoices along with your VAT declaration form to the VAT refund counter.

- This is where you will receive your refund. It will be in Vietnamese Dong so you will then have to go to a currency exchange. You will fnd BIDV and VietinBank exchanges in Tan Son Nhat.

Note: 

VAT refunds are applicable only to goods brought along by tourists when they exit. For seaports, refund is only available if the ships go abroad directly from the ports. Keep in mind these ship voyages only occur thrice a year.

Getting a local SIM card in Vietnam is fast and inexpensive. There are three major GSM network operators in Vietnam, and all have good coverage:

• Viettel
• Vinaphone
• Mobifone

You can buy prepaid SIM cards on arrival at major airports, as well as from countless shops across the country. You will need to show your passport to register your SIM card. Prices for SIM cards, SMS messages and phone calls are extremely affordable within Vietnam. You can load your phone credit in increments from 20,000 VND to 100,000 VND on most networks. Data-only SIM cards may cost 100,000 VND to 200,000 VND depending on the amount of data purchased. 

Here are few numbers you may need while in Vietnam:

• International Dialing Code: +84
• Domestic Calls (within Vietnam): 0 + Area code + Telephone No.
• International Calls (outside Vietnam): 00 + Country code + Area code + Telephone No.

The following is a list of useful telephone numbers to have on hand when visiting Vietnam:

• +84: International Dialing Code
• 101: Domestic Long Distance Telephone Service
• 1080: Social and Cultural Information
• 110: International Telephone Service
• 113: Police
• 114: Fire Brigade
• 115: Ambulance
  

The voltage supply in Vietnam is 220 volts. Most sockets accommodate plugs with two round prongs. If you need adaptors you can find them at any electrical shop, or ask your hotel for assistance. Power cuts and surges are not common but can happen from time to time depending on the location.

Vietnam is well-wired and in most destinations you can easily find a connection in cafes, spas, shops, hotels and restaurants. Free public Internet access is available in several tourist hubs and major airports. Local 3G and 4G packages are an affordable option if you plan to visit remote areas or need to be online frequently.

The Vietnamese postal service is generally reliable, although packages can take longer to arrive than expected and are often held at the post office for pick-up. Mailboxes are uncommon. If you are sending postcards home, give them to your hotel to mail or send them directly from a post office.

Vietnam's unit of currency is the Vietnamese đồng (VND), represented by the '₫' symbol. You can find notes in denominations of 200₫, 500₫, 1,000₫, 2,000₫, 5,000,₫ 10,000₫, 20,000₫, 50,000₫, 100,000₫, 200,000₫, and 500,000₫. For newcomers it can be helpful to ignore the final three zeros until you get the hang of the conversion.

Cash is generally used for small purchases, however, most establishments will accept payments from major credit card providers such as Visa. In addition, hotels, tour operators, boutiques, restaurants, and grocery stores generally accept international debit and credit cards.

If you need to change money, currency exchange counters are available at airports, banks, and official exchange centers. However do note it can be very difficult to purchase dollars once you’re in Vietnam. For most travellers we recommend using ATMs instead of currency exchange points. ATMs are widely available across the country. Maximum withdrawals for foreign cards are usually two or three million per transaction.

May to November: sporadic rainfall, hot, humid
December to April: clear skies, hot, sunny

Southern Vietnam and Ho Chi Minh city have consistent temperatures year-round. HCMC is either hot and dry or hot and rainy, although there are some pleasant fresh days early in the year, and some scorching days mid-year. Temperatures are normally around 30 degrees, with sunshine. From May to November, the wet season brings a dependable afternoon downpour, usually lasting a few hours.