Your plane has landed in Ho Chi Minh City, and your Vietnamese adventure is just moments away. But standing between you and that first delicious bowl of pho is the infamous immigration queue at Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN).
Skip the infamous queues and start your Vietnam adventure the moment you land. This interactive guide shows you how.
First, tell us your visa status to see your personalized step-by-step navigation plan.
Your step-by-step path for a smooth arrival with an E-Visa or Visa-Free entry.
Follow the “Arrivals” and “Immigration” signs. Simple and straightforward.
This is your main hurdle. Queue with all other passengers.
Estimated Wait Time: 30 – 90+ minutes
Skip This Queue →Collect your luggage from the designated carousel.
Proceed through the Green Channel if you have nothing to declare.
Welcome! Your adventure officially begins.
Your path has an extra step. See the two main points of delay for VOA holders.
You must stop here first to get your visa sticker. This area is often chaotic and requires forms, photos, and cash (USD/VND). Delays are common.
Estimated Wait Time: 30 – 60+ minutes
After getting your visa, you join the back of the immigration queue, which has grown while you waited.
Total Estimated Wait: 60 – 120+ minutes
Collect your luggage from the designated carousel.
Proceed through the Green Channel if you have nothing to declare.
Welcome! Your adventure officially begins.
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The best part: we guide you to a dedicated priority lane, letting you bypass the main queue completely.
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Taxis: Use Mai Linh (green) or Vinasun (white) from the official stand. Cost: ~150k-200k VND.
Ride-Hailing (Grab/Gojek): Cheaper. Pro-tip: Book from the Departures level upstairs for an easier pickup.
Bus #109: The budget option (~20k VND) that goes directly to the city center.
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Your plane has landed in Ho Chi Minh City, and your Vietnamese adventure is just moments away. But standing between you and that first delicious bowl of pho is the infamous immigration queue at Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN).
Interactive Guide: Arriving at Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) An Interactive Guide to SGN Airport Arrival Your personalized, step-by-step guide for a smooth entry into Ho Chi Minh City. Start Here: What is your visa status? Select your traveler type to see your personalized arrival process.
This document provides a comprehensive guide for international travelers arriving at Ho Chi Minh City’s Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). The objective is to delineate the established procedures for airport navigation and to introduce the Expedited Entry at HCM City’s Int’l Airport service, which is designed to enhance the efficiency of the arrival process.
Infographic: Navigating Ho Chi Minh City’s SGN Airport Don’t Start Your Vietnam Trip in a Queue A Visual Guide to Navigating SGN Airport and Skipping the Lines The Arrival Bottleneck: Time is Precious On average, travelers can spend up to 90 minutes navigating immigration. With an Expedited Service, that time shrinks to just 15 minutes.
Interactive Guide: Ho Chi Minh City Airport Arrival Close Your Guide to Arriving at SGN Airport Standard Journey vs. Expedited Service: Choose your path below.
Imagine this: The plane doors open, and the warm, humid air of Ho Chi Minh City greets you. You’re dreaming of your first bowl of pho, the bustling energy of the city, and the start of an unforgettable Vietnamese adventure.