Online Scams in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Fraudulent booking sites, phishing, fake reviews, and digital cons targeting travelers. Below are the online scams scams reported in Ho Chi Minh City — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Lombok, Kampot, and Mandalay.
Last updated: April 6, 2026
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Online Scams Scams
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Total in Ho Chi Minh City
How it works
Scammers create professional-looking Facebook pages and websites impersonating well-known Ho Chi Minh City tour operators offering Mekong Delta day trips, Cu Chi Tunnels tours, and Halong Bay packages at 30–40% below standard market rates. They request full payment or a non-refundable deposit to a personal bank account before any booking confirmation is issued. On the day of the tour, no vehicle arrives and the page is deleted.
How it works
Websites and social media accounts advertise Vietnam e-visa assistance, visa extensions, or entry permits at inflated fees, claiming to be official government services. Some collect personal passport scans and payment but deliver nothing. Others submit applications but charge service fees 5–10 times higher than the official government fee, with no mention of the markup.
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18 total warnings across all categories