Vietnam Visa Overstay in Da Nang: Fines and What to Do
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Vietnam Visa Overstay in Da Nang: Fines and What to Do

💡 If you have overstayed your Vietnam visa, go to the Da Nang Immigration Office at 78 Le Loi as soon as possible. Under Decree 282/2025 (in force since 15 December 2025), fines start at 5-10 million VND for overstays of 16 to under 30 days and rise to 30-40 million VND for one year or more. Overstays under 16 days have no stated fine bracket in the decree.

Key takeaways

  • Decree 282/2025 replaced Decree 144/2021 on 15 December 2025: any source citing the old 144/2021 fine amounts is now out of date.
  • The fine table starts at 16 days: 5-10 million VND (16 to under 30 days), rising to 30-40 million VND for one year or more.
  • Deportation is a possible supplementary penalty at officer discretion: it is not automatic for a first-time short overstay.
  • The decree does not specify an entry-ban length: do not rely on any unofficial number you read online.
  • Resolve the overstay at the Da Nang Immigration Office (78 Le Loi) before you go to the airport, not at the departure gate.

What counts as a visa overstay in Vietnam?

A visa overstay begins the moment you remain in Vietnam past the date your entry is authorized to last. Two dates govern this: the visa expiry date printed on the sticker, and the duration stamp the officer places at entry. The permitted stay ends on whichever date comes first. A 90-day e-visa does not automatically give you 90 days: the officer writes the actual end date at the port of entry.

Keep a photo of both the visa sticker and the entry stamp on your phone. A common trap is assuming a multi-entry visa still has time remaining after a re-entry: the officer's stamp at re-entry sets a new end date, and that date may be shorter than expected.

The fine table under Decree 282/2025

Decree 282/2025/ND-CP took effect on 15 December 2025, replacing Decree 144/2021. Any website or forum post still quoting the old 144/2021 amounts is providing incorrect information.

  • 16 to under 30 days: 5,000,000 - 10,000,000 VND
  • 30 to under 60 days: 10,000,000 - 15,000,000 VND
  • 60 to under 90 days: 15,000,000 - 20,000,000 VND
  • 90 days to under 180 days: 20,000,000 - 25,000,000 VND
  • 180 days to under 1 year: 25,000,000 - 30,000,000 VND
  • 1 year or more: 30,000,000 - 40,000,000 VND

These are administrative fines paid to the state. Paying the fine is not the only step: immigration must still process your exit paperwork before you can depart. The fine table starts at 16 days; overstays under that threshold have no written fine bracket in this decree.

What happens besides the fine?

Deportation is listed in Decree 282/2025 as a supplementary penalty alongside the monetary fine. It is discretionary: immigration officers weigh the circumstances of each case. A first-time, short, unintentional overstay is handled differently from a repeat offender who ignored available extension options.

The decree does not specify an entry-ban length. Sources online name specific durations, but these figures are not in the decree itself. Do not rely on any number you read online for the ban period: if this concerns you, ask the immigration officer directly or consult a licensed local lawyer.

A visa overstay is also recorded in the national immigration database. This can affect future visa applications, including e-visa renewals and eligibility for visa-on-arrival.

What to do immediately if you have overstayed in Da Nang

Da Nang Immigration Office at 78 Le Loi: where foreigners in Central Vietnam resolve visa overstays. Open in Google Maps.

Do not wait until you are at the departure gate. Border officers can see your visa status in real time and will flag an overstay. It is far easier to resolve the situation at the Immigration Office beforehand than to be detained while trying to catch a flight.

  1. Go to the Da Nang Immigration Office at 78 Le Loi as soon as you realise the overstay. This office handles all foreign-national immigration for Central Vietnam.
  2. Bring your passport and any supporting documents: hotel receipts, flight bookings, medical records if illness caused the delay. Anything that explains your situation helps.
  3. Be prepared to pay the fine at the office or to be directed to make a bank payment. Ask for a receipt.
  4. Immigration will process your exit authorization based on the new situation. Allow at least one full business day, and possibly more during public holidays.
  5. Call ahead to confirm current opening hours: 0694 260 192 or 0906 091 269. Typical hours are Mon-Fri 08:00-11:30 and 13:30-16:30, with Saturday morning sessions, but verify these directly before you go.

If the language barrier is a concern, the Da Nang Visitor Center at 108 Bach Dang, phone (0236) 3 550 111, can assist with interpretation or routing. For more detail on the full overstay process, see the visa overstay guide on Da Nang Help. The Da Nang Help hub also lists emergency contacts and interpreter services.

Can you extend your visa before it expires?

Yes, and extending before you overstay is far cheaper and less stressful than paying fines afterwards. You must apply in person at the Da Nang Immigration Office at 78 Le Loi. Neither the US Embassy nor the UK Embassy can issue extension letters or exit stamps for this process.

Apply at least five working days before your visa end date. The exact extension duration and fee are not confirmed on a single official page; ask the office directly when you visit. The companion article on the Da Nang Immigration Office visit covers what documents to bring and what to expect in practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a fine for overstaying fewer than 16 days?

Decree 282/2025 sets no monetary fine bracket for overstays of fewer than 16 days, so there is no specific written penalty at that level under current law. That said, immigration can still note the overstay and question you at departure. Confirm the current situation with the Da Nang Immigration Office if you find yourself in this position.

Can I pay the fine at the airport and then board my flight?

In practice, immigration staff advise resolving the overstay at the Immigration Office before your flight, not at the departure gate. Arriving at the airport with an unresolved overstay on your record can lead to a long processing delay or a denial of departure. Go to 78 Le Loi first.

Does Decree 282/2025 completely replace Decree 144/2021?

Yes. Decree 282/2025 took effect on 15 December 2025 and replaced Decree 144/2021 in full. Any content still citing the older 144/2021 fine amounts is out of date. The current fine table starts at 5-10 million VND for an overstay of 16 to under 30 days.

Will I be banned from re-entering Vietnam after an overstay?

An entry ban is a separate immigration measure applied at officer discretion. Decree 282/2025 does not specify a ban duration: do not trust any specific figure you read online. If this is a concern for your situation, consult a licensed immigration lawyer in Da Nang rather than relying on forum advice.

My illness caused the overstay. Does that reduce the fine?

A documented medical reason, such as a discharge letter from a certified hospital like Vinmec Da Nang International Hospital (30 Thang 4 St) or Da Nang Hospital (124 Hai Phong), is worth bringing to the Immigration Office. Officers may apply discretion, but there is no written exemption in the decree for illness. Present the documentation and ask directly at the office.

Official sources

Written by Dao Huy (Lucas), a Vietnamese translator and English-speaking local in Da Nang. When paperwork or an emergency turns into a Vietnamese-language wall, I come with you in person and provide the signed translations that go with it. Get help in Da Nang → · Certified translation →

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