Description
Our sleeper bus from Da Nang to the Lao Bao international border for Visa run, between Laos and Vietnam, departs at 8:00, 13:00 by regular 40 seats sleeper bus and arrive Lao Bao border around 15:30 and 19:00, Lao Bao border gate opening time: 6:00 to 22:00 everyday, double ways sleeper bus ticket from Da Nang to Lao Bao and bus back from Lao Bao at 6:00 AM, 8:00 AM next day, or VIP Limousine 9 Seats Dcar (Minibus, Van, SUV) charter, shared bus go and back in the same day, Da Nang hotel pick up included, departs at 7:00, 8:00, 13:00, arrives Lao Bao border in around 5,5 hours.
Lao Bao is a small town in Huong Hoa District of Quang Tri Province, Vietnam, located in the North Central Coast region, near the border with Laos. Its population is approximately 30,000.
As Lao Bao is located in an advantaged area of commerce and border trade between Vietnam and Laos, this small town has opportunities to do business and exchange timber with Laos and Thailand for profit. Although it is a small town in the border area, it also provides several jobs for the people there. In comparison with the provincial capital of Dong Ha in standard of individual earnings, the earnings of inhabitants of Lao Bao are higher. In Lao Bao the Sepon River (Vietnamese: Sông Xê-pôn) is the border line between Huong Hoa and the Savan province of Laos. This river is only 1 meter in depth and its width is about 100 metres. Surrounding the river is a jungle with large, tall trees. Several commerce and trade initiatives with Laos and Thailand have been recently developed in Lao Bao
Source From Wikipedia
Doing a visa run from Da Nang to Lao Bao border by bus is a well-trodden route for expats in central Vietnam. The process is straightforward, but it helps to know the exact steps.
Step-by-Step Guide (References)
- Book Your Bus
- Several travel agencies and bus companies in Da Nang offer direct services to Lao Bao border by regular sleeper or private minibus, car charter.
- Choose a reputable company that caters to foreigners, as they are familiar with visa run procedures.
- Buses usually leave early morning (around 6–8 AM) and return afternoon (around 1–2 PM) .
- Prepare Documents
- Valid passport with your current Vietnam visa.
- Cash in USD or VND for Laos visa fee (around $35–40 depending on nationality).
- Passport-sized photos (usually 2).
- Any paperwork required for re-entry into Vietnam (eVisa approval letter (https://evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/foreigners) or visa exemption eligibility).
- Travel to Lao Bao
- The bus ride from Da Nang to Lao Bao takes about 4.5–5.5 hours.
- You’ll arrive at the Vietnam border checkpoint first.
- Exit Vietnam
- Present your passport to Vietnamese immigration.
- They will stamp you out of Vietnam.
- Enter Laos
- Walk across to the Laos immigration office.
- Apply for a Laos visa on arrival (fill out form, provide photo, pay fee).
- You’ll receive a Laos entry stamp.
- Turn Around
- Immediately go to the Laos exit counter and get stamped out.
- Walk back to the Vietnam side.
- Re-enter Vietnam
- Present your passport, visa approval letter (if applicable), and pay stamping fee.
- Immigration will issue your new Vietnam visa or entry stamp.
- Return to Da Nang
- Back to the bus meeting point to go back Da Nang.
- The whole trip usually takes a full day (12–14 hours).
Important Tips
- Timing: Start early; buses are scheduled to complete the round trip in one day.
- Bus booking in advance: We only do booking 1 day to 5 days in advance for this route.
- Visa Type: Make sure you’ve arranged your Vietnam visa approval letter online before the trip if you’re not eligible for visa exemption.
- Cash: Bring USD for Laos visa and Vietnam stamping fees. ATMs are not reliable at the border.
- Comfort: It’s a long ride; bring snacks, water, and entertainment.
- Border Familiarity: Lao Bao handles many foreigners daily, so the process is routine and relatively smooth
- E-Visa: https://evisa.gov.vn
WE ONLY DO BUSES TO LAO BAO BORDER ONE WAY OR DOUBLE WAYS!
BOOK YOUR BUS TICKET FROM DA NANG TO LAO BAO BORDER NOW
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