Nothing on this list is exotic. The point is where it lives — accessible, not packed at the bottom of a checked bag.
In your hand luggage
- Your passport, valid at least six months beyond arrival
- Two printed copies of the approved e-visa
- Proof of onward travel — airlines check this at departure
- Your first night’s accommodation booking with the address
- Travel insurance details
On your phone, offline
Save a PDF of the visa, the hotel address in Vietnamese, and a screenshot of your booking confirmations. Airport wifi is not something to depend on after a long flight.
Cash
Carry a small amount of local currency for the taxi and the first day. Declare amounts above the published threshold at customs.
What not to bother with
You do not need printed bank statements or an itinerary for a standard tourist entry. Keep the pack small enough that you can find everything one-handed at the counter.