VISA:
For entry into Vietnam, a VISA may be required for ICSS 2019 attendees from some countries. Please make sure whether you need to apply for a VISA or not on the website of the Immigration Department Government of The Socialist Republic of Vietnam at:
https://www.vietnamimmigration.org/
Visa for participants
- To enter Vietnam, each foreigner may need a Vietnamese visa. Citizens (passport holders) of the ASEAN countries, Russia, P.R. China, South Korea, Japan, Italy, Germany, Spain, United Kingdom, France and Belarus may not need a visa for a short visit (15 days). If citizens of these countries want to stay in Vietnam more than 15 days, they need to apply for Vietnamese visas.
- If you need more information about Vietnamese visas, please inquire at Vietnamese Missions Abroad in your country.
- It is possible to get a "visa on arrival", that is a visa to be picked up at the airport upon arrival at one of Vietnam international airports (Tan Son Nhat Airport in Ho Chi Minh, Cam Ranh Airport in Nha Trang City, Da Nang Airport in Da Nang City or Noi Bai Airport in Ha Noi).
- Please notice that a Vietnamese visa is required in case you enter Vietnam from the third country. Even you live with a long-term visa in the country above.
- Some people have been successful with using online services such as "My Vietnam Visa", to obtain a Vietnamese tourist visa.
ACCOMMODATION:
Rex Hotel 5*
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Address: 141 Nguyen Hue Blvd., District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Website: http://www.rexhotelvietnam.com/home/
Overview: Strategically located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, with 159 sheer luxury rooms and suites, 5 restaurants & bar and 9 distinctive function rooms, caters to all your corporate needs with a full complement of facilities & services for your events. Totaling 2,580 sqm of meeting & banquet spaces includes pillarless Lotus Ballroom with the pre-function area; all equipped with the latest audio-visual technology, complimentary high-speed wireless internet access, dedicated meeting coordinator ensuring a successful event.
Caravelle Hotel 5*
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Address: 19-23 Lam Son Square, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Website: http://www.caravellehotel.com/en/default.aspx
Overview: Located in the center of the business, shopping and entertainment district, 8 km from Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Caravelle Hotel has 335 rooms which fully equipped with IDD telephone, satellite television channel, mini-bar, tea and coffee-makers, coffee and espresso machine and in-room safe. Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet in-room & throughout the hotel.
Oscar Saigon Hotel 4*
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Address: 68A Nguyen Hue St, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Website: http://www.oscar-saigonhotel.com/oscarhotel2/
Overview: Oscar Saigon Hotel (formerly Century Saigon Hotel), a Four-star international business hotel, is of French colonial style architecture which has been recently renovated. Its eleven floors offer 107 rooms and.....
Saigon Place Hotel 4*
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Address: 56-66 Nguyen Hue St, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Website:http://www.palacesaigon.com/
Overview: Whether you are looking for a business destination or sophisticated leisure hotel in the heart of Ho Chi Minh city, you cannot go pass Palace Hotel Saigon. Located on a very desired address of the renowned...
Huong Sen Hotel 3*
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Address: 66-70 Dong Khoi St, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Website: http://huongsenhotel.com.vn/?cmblang=en
Overview: Huong Sen Hotel is a charming 3-star property conveniently located only 4.1km from the centre of Ho Chi Minh City. Local tourist attractions such as Ho Chi Minh City Hall, Ho Chi Minh City Museum and Ben Thanh Market are not far from the hotel. Also easily within reach are Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica, Reunification Palace and Mariamman Temple.
SECC Hotel 2 3*
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Address: 33 Phan Khiem Ich St, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Website: https://secc-hotel-2.ho-chi-minh-city-hotels.com/en/
Overview: The luxury 4-star Secc Hotel 2 is set in 7 district and offers soundproof guestrooms with a view over the garden. Major Ho Chi Minh City sights, such as Nha Rong Wharf and Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center are located nearby. The venue is set within 6 km from Ho Chi Minh City city center.
Happy Life Hotel 3*
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Address: 542A Huynh Tan Phat St, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Website: https://www.booking.com/hotel/vn/liberty-saigon-south.vi.html
Overview: Happy Life Hotel is located only 5km from the centre of Ho Chi Minh City. Local tourist attractions such as Ho Chi Minh City Hall, Ho Chi Minh City Museum and Ben Thanh Market are not far from the hotel.
Fide Hotel 2*
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Address: 474 Pham Thai Buong St, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Website: http://fide.com.vn/
Overview: Fide Hotel - Apartment & Drinks is located in the centre of district 7, Phu My Hung, near to SC VivoCity. The hotel offers 29 Luxury and modern rooms with free wifi access and on-site coffee shop. The hotel is 5km drive from SECC (Sai Gon Exhibition & Convention Center), FV Hospital and takes 10 minutes drive to Ben Thanh Market and Backpacker 's Area. While Tan Son Nhat International Airport is accessible 30 minutes drive.
Moonlight Hotel Saigon South 2*
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Address: 133 Pham Thai Buong St, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Website: https://moonlight-hotel-saigon-south.ho-chi-minh-city-hotels.com/en/
Overview: Moonlight Hotel Saigon South is a 2-star venue offering allergy free rooms, a beauty salon and a barber shop. This comfortable accommodation is situated 4.8 km from Fine Arts Museum. The property is set within 6 km distance from Ho Chi Minh City city center. The venue's prime location offers to get to Tan Son Nhat International airport in 20 minutes by car.
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OYO 202 Eden Park Saigon Hotel 2*
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Address: 5 Phan Khiem Ich St, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Website: https://www.oyorooms.com/vn/oyos-in-ho-chi-minh/
Overview: Guests can choose from 29 rooms, all of which exude an atmosphere of total peace and harmony. The property's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. When you are looking for comfortable and convenient accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City, make OYO 202 Eden Park Saigon Hotel your home away from home.
Vien Dong Hotel 2*
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Address: 28 Hung Phuoc 3 St, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Website: http://viendonghotel.net/
Overview: Vien Dong Hotel is situated in the heart of the new and stylist Saigon South City. Phu My Hung Harmonised in a clean and modern living enviroment, it is surrounded by numerous restaurants, shops and office center.
Golf Hotel 2*
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Address: 17 Phan Khiem Ich St, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Website: https://www.agoda.com/vi-vn/golf-hotel/hotel/ho-chi-minh-city-vn.html
Overview: Golf Hotel is located in the centre of district 7. The hotel have free wifi access and on-site coffee shop. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is accessible 30 minutes drive.
Yolo Hotel 2*
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Address: 36 Cao Trieu Phat St, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Website: https://www.booking.com/hotel/vn/yolo.vi.html
Overview: Attractively situated in the District 7, district of Ho Chi Minh City, Yolo Hotel is situated 2.1 km from Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center, 6 km from Nha Rong Wharf and 7 km from Fine Arts Museum. Featuring a bar, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and room service for guests.