Departure Procedure at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)

This guide outlines the official procedures for international departures from Terminal 2 at Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN). Passengers are advised to arrive at the airport a minimum of three hours prior to their scheduled departure time. 

Note: We also offer car pick-up service from hotel to the airport to ensure you a seamless travel experience. If you are interested, please send an email to visa@vietnam-evisa.org with your arrival date, flight number and hotel address. 

Step 1: Check-In and Baggage Drop

This step is to locate your airline's designated counter to complete check-in formalities and submit checked baggage.

What to do: 

• After you have arrived at the airport, proceed to the main Departure Hall of Terminal 2.

• Find your airline's counter number on the Flight Information Display Screens (FIDS). 

• Present your passport and ticket/booking to the staff and drop off checked luggage.

Note: After receiving your boarding pass, please take a moment to verify that the gate number and boarding time are correct.

Step 2: Departure Immigration

You need to complete the mandatory immigration formalities required for exiting Vietnam.

What to do: 

• Follow the directional signage to the Departure Immigration zone.

• Queue and wait for an available officer. 

• Present your passport and boarding pass to be stamped for departure.

Note: Expect longer queues during peak hours, particularly in the afternoons and on weekends.

Step 3: Security Check

This step intends you to undergo the required security inspection of your person and carry-on luggage.

What to do: 

• Place bags, outerwear (jackets/hats), and shoes in trays for the X-ray. 

• Empty your pockets of all items (phones, keys) into a tray. 

• Place liquids (in containers of 100ml or less) in a separate tray. 

• Walk through the metal detector as directed.

Note: Liquids in containers larger than 100ml are not permitted in carry-on luggage.

Step 4: Customs

Declare with an officer if you have specified goods or currencies and process any applicable tax refunds.

What to do: 

• Declararion: report to an officer if carrying over $5,000 USD or 15,000,000 VND. 

• VAT refund: present your passport, receipts, and the purchased items to an officer.

Note: Most travelers can proceed without stopping. If unsure, ask a customs officer. 

Step 5: Proceed to Boarding

This step is to locate your assigned departure gate and await the boarding process.

What to do: 

• Confirm the gate number on your boarding pass and the nearest FID screen. 

• Follow the signs to your gate and present your documents to airline staff for boarding.

Note: Arrive at your gate at least 45 minutes before departure to ensure you are present for boarding calls.

If you want to skip long lines and have a professional taking care of the departure procedure, you might be interested in our Departure Fast Track service. With this service, our staff will take care of your luggage and help you get through Immigration in a priority lane. To apply, please send your personal information and flight details to our email address: visa@vietnam-evisa.org.

Above was our guide on how to get through the departure procedure of Tan Son Nhat airport. With some preparation and patience, you'll easily be on your way to your next destination. If you have any other questions or need help with your departure, feel free to contact us at visa@vietnam-evisa.org.

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