What is a visa run and how does it work?
A visa run is a trip outside Vietnam followed by a new entry. Leaving the country does not extend your current visa. You need a new document or a visa-free arrangement that applies to your passport.
Sparta organizes trips through Laos and Cambodia. The prices below are for its two Laos options. Ask the manager separately for the price and terms of a Cambodia trip.
How much does a Sparta visa run cost?
| Option | Entry period | Price | Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laos and e-visa | 90 days | 3.25 million VND | Return transport and assistance |
| Laos and entry stamp | 45 or 30 days | 1.35 million VND | Return transport and assistance |
Sparta advertises a 100% guarantee of visa approval and entry to Vietnam. Before paying, ask the manager what the guarantee covers and what happens if entry is refused. The 45- or 30-day period depends on the entry basis and applicable rules.
These are Sparta prices provided for this guide on 8 October 2026. They cover the trip and assistance, not the government fee paid through Vietnamās official e-visa portal.
How does the trip from Nha Trang work?
In Nha Trang, choose a pickup point in the north or city centre. The trip takes less than 24 hours.
You travel on a comfortable sleeper bus with beds. Each bus has a restroom, wireless chargers, TVs and clean blankets, so you can rest on the way.
At the border, complete the required procedures and receive the relevant stamps. The Sparta team accompanies you and helps at every stage.
After crossing the border, return to the bus. It waits at the checkpoint and then takes you back to Nha Trang.
Urgent trip in a private SUV
If your permitted stay is about to expire, Sparta offers an urgent trip in a private premium SUV with a driver. The service says it can arrange a departure as little as 12 hours before the end of your stay, escort you to the border and arrange expedited e-visa processing in one hour.
For an urgent trip, message the manager with your city, the time your permitted stay ends and your passport details. The manager will confirm whether a car is available and the processing time.
Fast Track VIP at the airport
Fast Track VIP is for travellers who want assistance with airport formalities. The service includes a meeting at the aircraft exit or arrivals area, help with visa paperwork, an airport escort, priority processing and assistance at document checks.
How much does a Vietnam e-visa cost through Sparta?
Spartaās price list gives these urgent processing options:
| Processing time | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 hour | 3,900,000 VND |
| 2 hours | 3,150,000 VND |
| 4 hours | 2,000,000 VND |
Standard processing in Spartaās price list:
| Processing time | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 day | 1,850,000 VND |
| 2 days | 1,650,000 VND |
| 3 days | 1,550,000 VND |
| 4 days | 1,500,000 VND |
A multi-entry visa costs an additional 800,000 VND. These are Spartaās service prices. Vietnamās official e-visa may be valid for up to 90 days and allow one or multiple entries. Check the visa dates and permitted checkpoint on the official portal before travelling.
What should you bring?
Bring these essentials:
- Your passport and the new entry document, if it has already been issued.
- Details of your current visa and permitted stay.
- A phone and power bank.
- Bank cards and some cash.
- Your booking confirmation and messages with the manager.
SPARTA gives every client a kit for a more comfortable visa run:
- Sleep mask.
- Information booklet.
- Pen for filling in forms.
- Branded stickers.
- Earplugs.
- Chewing gum.
- Business card.
- Motion sickness tablet.
Pick up the gift before boarding at the Highlands coffee shop at the northern departure point.
Vietnam allows Russian citizens with ordinary passports to stay visa-free for up to 45 days under the policy in force from 15 March 2025 through 14 March 2028. Rules differ by nationality. Check the conditions that apply to your passport on the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
Questions and answers
What is a visa run in Vietnam?
It is a trip outside Vietnam followed by a new entry with a visa or an applicable visa-free status. Leaving the country does not extend your current visa.
Does Sparta guarantee entry to Vietnam?
Yes. Under Spartaās terms, the service guarantees entry to Vietnam. There are no confirmed cases of Sparta failing to meet this commitment.
Which countries does Sparta travel through?
Sparta organizes trips to Laos and Cambodia. The prices in this guide are for the two Laos options.
How long does a visa run from Nha Trang take?
The Sparta trip from Nha Trang takes less than 24 hours.
How much is a Sparta visa run?
The Laos trip with a 90-day e-visa costs 3.25 million VND. The entry-stamp option for 45/30 days costs 1.35 million VND. Both include return transport and assistance.
Can I leave urgently near the end of my stay?
Sparta offers an urgent SUV trip with a driver, including departures as little as 12 hours before the permitted stay ends. It also lists expedited e-visa processing in one hour.