📋 Pre-Departure Checklist

Use this basic checklist to ensure you haven't left anything out before departing your home country.

·       Verify Your Scholarship Scheme & Duration:

o   Bachelor’s Degree: A 4-year program with 5 full scholarship slots. 100% tuition waiver for the first year (renewable based on performance), a 3,000,000 VND/month stipend, and free dormitory housing.

o   Second bachelor’s degree: A 2.5-year program with 5 partial scholarship slots. 50% tuition waiver and free dormitory housing.

·    Check Passport Validity: Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned arrival date.

·  Apply for a Vietnamese Visa: Use your official HLU admission or scholarship letter to apply for a student visa at the Vietnamese Embassy/Consulate in your country or apply online if eligible.

· Confirm Language Requirements: Ensure you have your certificate proving Vietnamese proficiency of B2 level (4/6) or higher ready for enrollment.

· Purchase Travel & Health Insurance: Secure international insurance covering the full duration of your stay.

· Notify the University: Email the ISO with your exact flight details and arrival time so the university can coordinate your welcome.

🎒 Packing Your Luggage

Required Documents (Translated into Vietnamese & Notarized)

·Passport (valid for at least 6 months) and printed Visa documents.

·Original and notarized translations of your academic degrees.

·Signed HLU Application Form and CV in Vietnamese.

· Passport-sized ID photographs (4x6 cm and 3x4 cm) for residency registration and student cards.

Recommended Items

· Cash: Bring a small amount of USD/EUR to exchange at the airport, or Vietnamese Dong (VND) for initial expenses (such as buying a local SIM card).

· Formal Attire: Business suits or formal wear for official university ceremonies, international seminars, or Moot Court competitions.

· Plug Adapters: Vietnam uses 220V electricity; standard outlets fit 2-pin round or flat plugs.

🚫 Customs Regulations for Entering Vietnam

Your belongings will be examined at airport customs. Please adhere strictly to local regulations:

·       Prohibited Items:

o Illegal Drugs & Narcotics (Warning: Drug-related crimes carry severe sentences up to life imprisonment or the death penalty in Vietnam).

o   Firearms, ammunition, and explosives.

o   Politically sensitive or anti-state literature.

· Restricted Items (Must Declare):

o  Foreign Currency: If you are carrying over $5,000 USD (or equivalent foreign currency) or over 15,000,000 VND in cash, you MUST declare it at customs.

💰 Estimated Cost of Living (in Hanoi)

(All figures below are estimated monthly averages listed in Vietnamese Dong - VND)

1. Housing Expenses

·HLU Dormitory: FREE (Complimentary on-campus housing is fully covered under the HLU International Student Scholarship).

·Private Apartment (Off-campus): 4,500,000 – 8,000,000 VND / month (If you choose not to stay in the dorms and want to rent privately around the Dong Da or Chua Lang area).

2. General Living Expenses (Estimated: 4,000,000 - 6,000,000 VND / month)

·Food & Groceries: 3,000,000 - 4,500,000 VND / month.

·Mobile Data (4G/5G SIM): 100,000 - 200,000 VND / month.

·Transportation & Miscellaneous: 1,000,000 - 1,500,000 VND / month (Using public buses or ride-hailing apps like Grab, Xanh SM, Be).

🏢 On-Campus Accommodation (Dormitories)

As an HLU Scholarship recipient, a room is reserved for you at the university dorms.

·Location: Directly on or adjacent to the main campus at 87 Nguyen Chi Thanh Street, Giang Vo District, Hanoi.

·Check-in Procedure: Upon arriving at the university, please report directly to the ISO or Student Affairs Office. A coordinator will guide you to your room and hand over your keys.

🛬 Arrival Guide: Getting to the University

Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) is located approximately 28 km from Hanoi Law University. The journey takes about 40 to 50 minutes depending on traffic.

· Option 1: Ride-Hailing Apps / Airport Taxis (Most Convenient) Use the airport's free Wi-Fi to book a ride via Grab, Xanh SM, or Be. Alternatively, take a reputable metered taxi (Mai Linh, Taxi Group, G7) at the arrival terminal.

o Destination: Hanoi Law University (Trường Đại học Luật Hà Nội – 87 Nguyễn Chí Thanh, Đống Đa, Hà Nội).

o   Estimated Fare: 250,000 VND – 350,000 VND.

· Option 2: Airport Bus Take high-quality express buses (Route 86 or 68) to the city center (35,000 - 50,000 VND), and then take a short connection ride to the campus.

📞 Contact & Support

The International Student Office (ISO) is dedicated to supporting your academic and daily life integration. If you have any questions or experience delays during travel, contact us immediately:

·   Designated Officer: Dang Ngoc Phuong Thao

· Office Location: A604 - Main Campus, 87 Nguyen Chi Thanh Street, Giang Vo District, Hanoi