Transiting to PQC via SGN

[risaka]

When heading to Phu Quoc from an international flight, does anyone have experience in transiting in SGN? I know that it’s visa free for those who arrive in PQC as well as those who transit via SGN. I’m would like to know the practicality how does that work where one has checked luggage? Does the luggage get tagged through to PQC or does it need to be picked up after clearing customs meaning that a Visa is required?

Any insights in this would very be much appreciated appreciated

 

[Quickstatus]

Visa is required if you are transiting via the mainland.
It is only visa free if you fly directly there and not touch the mainland at all during your stay.

The visa exemption is only for 30 days and you must have an exit airline ticket in place.

 

[aikman]

This Vietjet page suggests a transit without visa could be possible by "contact Vietjet staff for assistance with immigration declaration". Personally I wouldn't risk it but I assume this is why OP is asking for advice from someone with first hand experience.

 

[There'sOnlyOneJimmy]

If you’re coming into SGN international airport T2, and then heading to PQC from either T1 or the new(ish) T3, then I expect that you’ll need a Visa to clear immigration on arrival, then collect your luggage & clear customs, then go to the domestic terminal.

Link to evisa website: https://evisa.gov.vn/

 

[Quickstatus]

Per @aikman ,this one also suggests no visa required if transiting via these airports. Tan Son Nhat is SGN

However, the passenger cannot exit the transit area.