The right service depends on your situation, not on which agency ranks first in search results.
For a straightforward e-visa and a card that clears the government portal: do it yourself on evisa.gov.vn for $25 (single-entry) or $50 (multi-entry). For a visa run this week: Best Bus (daily departures) or Lynn Visa (Tuesdays and Fridays). For a Russian card that keeps getting rejected on the portal: an agency that pays the government fee on your behalf. For TRC or Work Permit: a law firm, not a visa agent.
I’m based in Da Nang and part of the Best Bus team — listed below at #2, not #1, with honest pros and cons alongside every competitor.
| Option | Best for | Gov. fee | Agency fee | Support languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| evisa.gov.vn | DIY e-visa, no rush | $25 / $50 | $0 | EN, VI |
| Best Bus | Visa runs + Russian/EN e-visa | $25/$50 + border | $45–$120 | EN, RU |
| Lynn Visa | Visa runs, Tue/Fri fixed schedule | $25/$50 + border | On request | EN |
| Phong & Partners | TRC, Work Permit, investment visa | $145–$165 (TRC) | On request | EN, VI |
| Da Nang Immigration Office | In-country extension, direct | $10 (extension) | $0 | VI |
| Top Visa Da Nang | Standard visa processing | Varies | Not listed | VI |
Disclosure: I work with Best Bus (danangvisarun.com), listed at #2. No other entry is paid or affiliate.
1. evisa.gov.vn — cheapest option, but requires a card that works
The official Vietnam e-visa portal charges $25 for a single-entry 90-day visa and $50 for multi-entry 90-day, per Circular 28/2026/TT-BTC (effective April 2026). Processing takes 3–5 business days. There is no express option on the portal itself.
The fee goes directly to the immigration department — no agency markup is possible on this figure. It is the price floor of the entire Da Nang visa market.
The primary barrier: payment. The portal accepts international Visa and Mastercard, but rejects Russian-issued cards consistently, and some European cards occasionally. If your card clears, and your passport is clean, this is the correct choice — no reason to pay an agency for a service you can complete in 15 minutes.
Pros: lowest price, approval comes directly from the immigration department, available 24/7, no third party required.
Cons: Russian and some European cards rejected at payment; $25/$50 government fee non-refundable on rejection; portal UI in English and Vietnamese only; no support if the application goes wrong.
2. Best Bus — best for visa runs and Russian/English speakers
Best Bus (danangvisarun.com) runs visa run transport from Da Nang to the Lao Bao border crossing daily. Sleeper bus round-trip: 850,000 VND (~$34). VIP seats: 1,000,000–1,150,000 VND. A package combining transport and a new e-visa filed before departure: 3,900,000 VND.
E-visa only (no visa run): standard processing $45 (plus the $25/$50 government fee), 2-day express $100, same-day express $120.
The $45 standard option is most often requested when the client’s Russian or foreign card fails on evisa.gov.vn. I file the application using a card the portal accepts, select the correct border crossing entry code (mismatched entry codes cause roughly 40% of rejections on self-filed applications), and handle the government fee payment. Client provides a passport scan and travel dates. That’s the exact flow packaged on our Vietnam e-visa service page, flat fee, no separate quote needed.
See also how e-visa help from Da Nang agencies compares to the DIY route in detail, and check the full Da Nang visa run service comparison for operator schedules side by side.
Pros: daily departures, not locked to specific weekdays; English and Russian support 09:00–22:00; money-back guarantee on visa approvals; full-service with no steps on the client side.
Cons: same-day express ($120) costs significantly more than the government fee alone; no physical walk-in office — all contact is online or by phone.
3. Lynn Visa — established expat visa run operator
Lynn Visa (lynnvisa.com) runs limousine buses from Da Nang to the Lao Bao border on Tuesdays and Fridays. Physical office: 14 Mac Cuu Street, Ngu Hanh Son district — in the An Thuong expat area near My Khe beach. Contact: WhatsApp +84 905 585 025, hotline +84 935 222 016. Prices are not published online.
Pros: established operator with years in the Da Nang expat market; English-speaking staff on board; physical office for walk-in queries.
Cons: fixed Tuesday/Friday schedule only — if you need to leave on a different day, this doesn’t work; pricing not transparent; no Russian-language support.
4. Phong & Partners — TRC, Work Permit, and legal immigration
Phong & Partners (phong-partners.com) is a law firm with 6 Da Nang offices, headquartered at 249 Nguyen Van Linh, Thanh Khe District (tel. 0236 3822 678). They handle the full legal immigration spectrum: e-visa, visa extensions, TRC applications, Work Permits, and investment visas.
Government fees for TRC: $145 (up to 2 years), $155 (2–5 years), $165 (5–10 years) — charged in addition to any service fee. Work Permit government fee in Da Nang: 600,000 VND (~$24), typically paid by the employer. Service fees for TRC/WP assistance are not disclosed online; the national market for law firm TRC assistance runs from $300 to $2,500+.
For a standard 90-day e-visa, a law firm is significantly overbuilt. They earn their fee when the case is genuinely legal — TRC, WP, or investment visas.
Pros: full legal immigration scope; 6 Da Nang offices; law firm legitimacy for complex cases.
Cons: prices not disclosed; overpriced for simple e-visa; primarily English and Vietnamese.
For a broader look at Vietnam visa extension services — in-country and otherwise — the linked guide covers agency and direct options in detail.
5. Da Nang Immigration Office — direct government route
The Da Nang Immigration Office (Phòng Quản lý Xuất Nhập Cảnh): 78 Le Loi Street, Hai Chau District and 7 Tran Quy Cap Street, Hai Chau District. Phone: 0694 260 192. Hours: Monday–Friday 08:00–11:30 and 13:30–16:00; Saturday 08:00–11:30 only; closed Sunday.
This is where in-country visa extensions are submitted directly to the government. Government extension fee: approximately $10 (Circular 157/2015/TT-BTC — verify the current amount by calling ahead; fees are updated periodically). No service fee, no third party.
Pros: pay only the government fee; Saturday morning window available; no agency involved.
Cons: Vietnamese required for all communication; queue times unpredictable; strict hours; all paperwork is the client’s responsibility.
6. Top Visa Da Nang — local processing since 2009
Top Visa Da Nang is a local visa agency located at K297 Au Co Street, Lien Chieu District, operating since 2009. They handle standard visa processing and extensions. Fees and services are not published online — contact the agency directly for current pricing.
Pros: long-established local presence; convenient for clients in the Lien Chieu area.
Cons: pricing and service scope not published online; no confirmed English support; no visa run transport listed.
How we evaluated, and how to choose
All six were evaluated against: processing speed, language support, payment flexibility, service scope, and pricing transparency. No entry is paid or affiliate. Best Bus is included at #2 with honest cons.
How to choose:
- Standard e-visa, international card, 3+ days: evisa.gov.vn directly for $25. No reason to pay an agency.
- Russian or European card rejected on the portal: Best Bus or another agency that pays the government fee on your behalf.
- Visa run needed before expiry: Best Bus (any weekday) or Lynn Visa (Tue/Fri only).
- Visa extension without leaving Vietnam: Da Nang Immigration Office directly, or Phong & Partners for paperwork help.
- TRC or Work Permit: Phong & Partners. This is legal work, not admin.
- In Lien Chieu area, simple processing: Top Visa Da Nang for convenience.
Frequently asked questions
What happens if my e-visa application is rejected by the agency?
At agencies with a money-back guarantee — Best Bus explicitly offers this — the application is re-filed at no additional charge, and the government fee ($25/$50) is refunded if the second attempt also fails. Without a stated guarantee, the government fee is non-refundable. Confirm the rejection policy before paying.
Can I pay visa-on-arrival fees at Lao Bao border in Vietnamese dong?
No. The Lao side of Lao Bao accepts USD or Lao Kip only — Vietnamese dong is not accepted on the Lao side. Most nationalities pay a $40–50 Lao tourist visa fee. Russian, South Korean, and Japanese passport holders currently enter Laos visa-free under bilateral agreements. Bring at least $50 USD cash for the crossing.
What documents do I need to visit the Da Nang Immigration Office directly?
For a standard visa extension: original passport, current entry stamp, completed extension form (available at the office), and the government fee in dong. For TRC applications: a sponsor letter, proof of accommodation, basis documents for your TRC category, and passport photos are also required. Call 0694 260 192 before your visit — the checklist can change periodically.
Are any Da Nang visa services open on weekends?
Da Nang Immigration Office is open Saturday mornings 08:00–11:30. Best Bus handles bookings and enquiries daily 09:00–22:00 (not a walk-in office). Lynn Visa buses run Tuesdays and Fridays only. Most private agencies keep business hours Monday–Saturday.
How far in advance should I book a Da Nang visa run?
For Best Bus: 24 hours is enough for a seat in most cases; book 2–3 days ahead if you also need a new e-visa filed before departure. If your current visa expires in fewer than 3 days, contact the agency directly — a next-morning slot may be available. Don’t arrive on the day without confirming seat availability first.
Visa requirements, government fees, and border procedures change. The figures above are current as of July 2026 — confirm with the official portal or the relevant agency before travelling.
For anything from a standard e-visa to a full visa run — dates, transport, paperwork, or questions — danangvisarun.com has the current schedule and booking form.
