Clarification on Visa Requirements for Layovers in Vietnam

Flight Details Onward Journey (Mumbai to Bali):

Layover: 23h 20m in Ho Chi Minh City (04 Apr to 05 Apr).

• Flight: VJ-584 (Mumbai to Ho Chi Minh) → VJ-589 (Ho Chi Minh to Bali).

Return Journey (Bali to Mumbai):

Layover: 22h 20m in Hanoi (13 Apr to 14 Apr).

• Flight: VJ-998 (Bali to Hanoi) → VJ-907 (Hanoi to Mumbai).

Queries:

1. Visa Requirements for Exiting Airport During Layovers:

   a) As Indian citizens, do we need a Transit Visa, Tourist Visa, or Re-Entry Visa to exit the airport during both layovers in Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi)?

   b) Is a single-entry visa sufficient, or do we need separate visas for each layover?

2. Visa Application Process:

   a) Can we obtain a Visa on Arrival (VoA) at Vietnamese airports, or must we apply online (e-visa) in advance?

   b) If an e-visa is required, what is the processing time, and what documents are needed?

3. Documentation During Immigration:

   a) Will Vietnamese authorities require proof of onward travel (e.g., Bali flight tickets), hotel bookings in Bali, or financial sufficiency during immigration checks?

   b) Do we need to carry physical copies of Bali visa (if applicable) or other travel documents?

4. Airline-Specific Requirements:

   a) Does VietJet Air mandate any additional documentation for passengers exiting the airport during layovers?

   b) Are there restrictions on luggage handling (e.g., do we need to collect and recheck bags during layovers)?

5. Considerations:

   a) Are there time restrictions for exiting/entering the airport during layovers (e.g., curfews)?

   b) Are there any fees or health-related formalities (e.g., vaccination certificates) for Indian citizens?

Additional Notes:

• We plan to explore Vietnam briefly during layovers and return to the airport the same day. We do not have hotel bookings in Vietnam but hold confirmed Bali accommodations.

Kindly confirm if the answers apply to both onward and return layovers.