VISA
Most travellers will need an e-visa to enter Vietnam, which can be conveniently obtained online.
To determine if a visa is required for your trip, please check the official government website using the button below.
Keep in mind that visa requirements may vary depending on your nationality, the purpose of your visit, or your destination within Vietnam.
INVITATIONS
Need an official invitation letter?
If you’re applying for a visa on arrival in Vietnam, you may be asked to submit an official invitation letter to verify your travel purpose. Embassies and consulates often require this document.
Alfa can supply a signed invitation letter to support your application.
Simply contact us using the button below.
Taxi services
Need a taxi during your stay in Vietnam?
Airport Transportation
For reliable travel to and from the airport, we highly recommend using the traditional taxi services found just outside the terminal these are the only government-regulated taxis operating at the airport.
Please be aware that ride-hailing apps like Grab are not officially recognized as airport shuttle providers.
Getting Around Ho Chi Minh City
While traditional taxis are ideal for airport transfers, they’re not the best option for navigating the city centre, where overcharging tourists is a common issue. For reliable and reasonably priced rides, locals recommend using Grab, a popular ride-hailing app that’s easy to download and use on your mobile device.
Please note: Uber is not available in Vietnam.
Food and drinks
Experience the Bold and Diverse Flavors of Vietnamese Cuisine
Vietnam’s culinary scene is a vibrant mosaic of flavours, textures, and traditions. Though sometimes overshadowed on the global stage, it’s widely celebrated by those who visit—and for good reason. Influenced over centuries by neighbouring China and Thailand, Vietnamese cuisine has evolved into a unique regional identity, blending bold seasonings with subtle balance and elegance.
Wherever you travel in Vietnam, eating like a local unlocks a world of incredible dishes and deep-rooted culinary heritage.
Pho
One of Vietnam’s most iconic dishes, phở is a comforting noodle soup made with flat rice noodles (bánh phở), fragrant broth, herbs, and slices of beef or chicken. Born in the north but embraced across the country and beyond, its ingredients vary slightly from place to place but its soul-soothing appeal remains the same.
Bánh Canh Cua & Bún Riêu Cua
Two standout seafood soups showcase the richness of Vietnam’s coastal cuisine. Bánh canh cua is a thick, flavourful crab soup made with chewy white tapioca noodles and quail eggs. Bún riêu cua, by contrast, features delicate rice noodles in a tangy tomato-based broth brimming with minced crab meat and topped with sautéed crab fat and shallots a vibrant and deeply satisfying dish.
Beers and spirits
Vietnam’s beer culture has deep roots, dating back to the French colonial era. The Vietnamese word for beer, bia, is borrowed directly from the French bière, reflecting that legacy. Today, beer is a popular staple across the country, with well-known brands such as Bia Saigon, Bia Hanoi, Heineken, and Tiger Beer widely available. The locally brewed bia hơi, a light, draft-style beer served fresh in roadside joints, is especially beloved for its affordability and easy-drinking appeal.
When it comes to spirits, Vietnam offers a wide range from smooth and approachable to bold and unconventional. The national favorite is rượu, a traditional rice wine made from either regular or sticky rice. Enjoyed in both casual settings and ceremonial occasions, rượu is a key part of Vietnam’s drinking culture and hospitality.
