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  • When should I enter the country?
    When applying for an invitation, you can enter the country at any time after the visa start date. If your visa start date is April 15th, you can enter the country from April 15th. If the class start date is May 1, it is safe to apply for a visa in mid-April as the start date and enter the country 1-2 weeks in advance to make living arrangements such as residence, bank, and cell phone.
  • Is there a pick-up taxi service after arriving at Hanoi Airport?
    The language school can send a taxi to pick you up, but there is an additional cost. Usually, using an airport taxi or taxi app (Grab) from the airport to downtown Hanoi costs around 500,000 VND.
  • How do I issue a visa at the airport after entering the country?
    When you arrive at Hanoi's Noibai Airport, visit the visa application center. The location is located opposite before immigration. Submit your passport, invitation letter, 2 ID photos for visa, and visa issuance fee (6 months 95$ and 12 months 135$), If you fill out a simple application form, you will return it after about 20 minutes by attaching a visa to your passport. The application form is similar to the form you fill out when applying for the invitation letter for the first time, fill out what you know first and ask the staff if you don't know anything.
  • I'm curious about the immigration screening process.
    Immigration is very simple. Check your passport and visa, and if there is no abnormality, immigration will be completed. Recently, there is news that the immigration officer asked for a tip. You don't need any money for anything during the immigration process, so if you ask for a tip, ignore it and keep staring at the staff.
  • Which airline is good?
    You can choose between domestic airlines and Vietnamese airlines. When using Vietnamese airlines, you usually use VietJet or Vietnam Airlines. The cost is relatively cheap, but delays are frequent.
  • I don't know any Vietnamese. Is that still okay?
    90% of enrolled students are new to Vietnamese. The introductory/beginner classes are assigned only to teachers with Ph.D.s in linguistics from prestigious universities in Hanoi. Naturally, these are teachers with specialized skills in teaching Vietnamese to foreigners. Hanoi Cultural and Language Education Center has a curriculum for foreigners who do not know any Vietnamese. Don't worry, study!
  • I want to take a class with a friend.
    You can also start classes with friends. If you take a class with friends, you can enjoy the class in a more comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere. Once the class time and curriculum are confirmed after prior consultation, a teacher will be assigned.
  • Please tell us more about tuition (tuition fees).
    Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 09:30~12:00, Tuition fee for group class of 4-6 people is 17.1 million VND for 6 months, 34.2 million VND for 12 months. (95,000 dong/50 minutes, based on 60 classes over 6 months) One-on-one lessons cost 210,000 dong for 50 minutes. One-on-one classes also apply the standard of 3 times per week, 150 minutes per time. Tuition fees can be paid in VND or USD. If you have more questions about tuition, please contact us via KakaoTalk and we will explain in detail.
  • I'm curious about the beginner's class teaching method.
    At the beginning of every month, we open introductory/beginner classes for 4 to 6 people. Classes are conducted in English and Vietnamese using the textbooks listed in the textbook guide. Although the curriculum is set, what is more important is the level of understanding of the students. You don't just progress, you re-learn difficult parts and move on when you understand them. We offer flexible classes, so if you continue to participate in class, your Vietnamese will progress quickly.
  • I would like to take a few days off from class due to personal reasons.
    You can take a break from class by telling the teacher in advance about your personal circumstances. If your progress is insufficient, you must request supplementary classes separately. Since the student visa is issued as a multiple-entry visa, you can travel abroad as many times as you want, such as when circumstances arise in Korea or when you plan to travel abroad. Feel free to ask for a break and enjoy your life abroad.
  • Is it possible to issue a visa at the language school?
    Yes, visas can be issued at language schools. The visa type is a DH (study abroad) visa and is issued as a multiple entry visa. You can choose between 6 months and 12 months for the period. Visa issuance in Vietnam requires guarantee from a government-certified individual, institution, or facility. Hanoi Institute of Culture and Language is an educational institution certified by the Ministry of Science and Technology of Vietnam and can be sponsored by foreigners wishing to enter Vietnam for the purpose of language learning. Unlike other places, the language school handles visa work directly. There is no agency fee as it does not go through a visa agency or travel agency. Therefore, it is possible to issue a visa relatively inexpensively.
  • How do I get a visa issued at the airport after entering the country?
    When you arrive at Hanoi Noi Bai Airport, go to the visa application office. The location is across from immigration. Submit your passport, invitation letter, two visa ID photos, and visa issuance fee ($95 for 6 months, $135 for 12 months), After filling out a simple application form, the visa will be attached to your passport and returned to you in about 20 minutes. The application form is similar to the document you fill out when applying for an invitation for the first time. Start by filling out what you know and ask the staff about anything you don't know. He will answer kindly.
  • Please tell me the process and costs from visa application to issuance.
    The visa application process is as follows: 1. Fill out the invitation letter application/admission application form 2. Invitation letter application fee/tuition payment 3. Issuance of invitation letter 4. Visa issuance at the airport after entry 1. Fill out the invitation letter application/admission application form - Fill out your desired entry date, current Vietnamese language skills, passport information, etc. 2. Invitation letter application fee/tuition payment - The cost of applying for an invitation letter is $200 for a 6-month visa and $400 for a 12-month visa. 3. Issuance of invitation letter - An invitation letter will be issued within 1-2 weeks after completing the application and remitting the fee. 4. Visa issuance - Once an invitation letter is issued, there are two ways to issue a visa. 1) Vietnamese Embassy in Korea - This is not recommended as it takes a long time. - It takes at least a week, requires two visits to the embassy, and has a long waiting time when visiting. 2) Hanoi Noi Bai Airport - This is a recommended method because you can get a visa at the airport in just 20 minutes. The 6-month visa fee is $95, and the 12-month visa fee is $135. Payment can be made on site in dollars or Vietnamese dong. When a visa is issued, please be sure to check on site whether it is a multiple visa or whether it was issued for a period of 6 or 12 months.
  • Is it possible to issue a visa to enter the country with family? (TT visa)
    Yes, if even one member of the family is enrolled in a language school, a TT visa, a family accompanying visa, can be issued to all family members. The visa issuance fee paid at the airport is the same as for a student visa, but the invitation letter application fee is different. Invitation application fee Study visa: 6 months $200, 12 months $400 TT Visa: 6 months $230, 12 months $430
  • Where is the best place to live? (General apartment/serviced apartment, Korean area/other areas, etc.)
    Many people inquire about affordable serviced apartments near the language school. Since the area around the language school is a university area, there is an area that university students often use as a place to stay. But basically, most of the areas around university areas are old and old, so there are a lot of bugs and rats. In fact, some students at language schools have rented houses near the language school to make it easier for them to go to school, but they often leave quickly due to poor facilities. Most students live in West Lake/Mi Dining (Koreatown)/Gold Mark City/Smart City. 1. West Lake The distance from the school is about 3km, and regular apartments are expensive, but if you find a good serviced apartment, you can live comfortably. However, since it is the most visited place by travelers, it is very difficult to find a good property. 2. My dinh (Koreatown) The distance from the school is about 5km, and regular apartments are expensive, so you need to look for a serviced apartment. Since it is an area where Koreans live, there are many convenient service apartments for sale, but also expensive ones. If you go to Dington, which is close to Myding, the rent is cheap, but the road is very narrow and noisy) 3. Gold Mark City The distance from the school is about 3km. It is a standard apartment and boasts a relatively low rent in Hanoi. Many Koreans live there because an international school is located there. The interior of the apartment, the rent, the distance to the language school, and the commercial area are all good, but there are some drawbacks. Extremely small external facilities compared to the large population (8,000 households), very weak management company, apartment noise. If you are sensitive to noise or tend to stay at home for a long time, it may be difficult to live there. 4. Smart city The distance from the school is about 10km, making it the most cost-effective apartment in Hanoi, but it has the disadvantage of being far from the language school. However, for those who only go to the language school three times a week and spend more time at home, this apartment is highly satisfactory. The largest complex in Vietnam is being built and equipped with appropriate facilities. Cost-effectiveness: Smart City > Gold Mark City > West Lake > Miding Distance to school: Goldmark City > West Lake > Miding > Smart City Cleanliness/Hygiene: Smart City > West Lake > Gold Mark City > Miding Commercial area (based on Koreans): Myding>Goldmark City>Smart City>Seoho Number of Koreans: Miding > Gold Mark City > West Lake > Smart City
  • Where should I shop?
    You can buy items at offline stores, but when it is difficult to find what you need, you can use shopping apps such as Shopee, Lazada, and Tiki. If you reserve the items you want and wait, a delivery driver will come to your front door. You can check the items and pay by bank transfer or cash.
  • How do I respond if an emergency arises?
    When an emergency situation arises when communication in Vietnamese is still difficult, it can be very frustrating. In such cases, the best option is to remain as calm as possible and contact the embassy. If you cannot contact the embassy, you can ask the language school teachers for help. We will do our best to help where we can.
  • How do I open a mobile phone or bank account?
    In Vietnam, it is convenient to have a Vietnamese phone number. You can easily activate a mobile phone by visiting a telecommunications company such as Viettel or Vina phone with your passport. A SIM card costs about 50,000 to 80,000 dong, and you can choose the rate plan you want. It is convenient to open a bank account at Shinhan Bank or Woori Bank. The staff speaks English, so don’t worry and visit us. All you have to do is bring your passport and they will open a bank account for you. However, only deposit and withdrawal bank accounts can be opened, and check or credit cards cannot be issued. But don't worry, these days, there is no inconvenience in living without cash or cards, such as electronic wallets and banking apps.
  • Can I get some travel or business information?
    Yes, of course. Please use it as we provide a variety of information, including not only Vietnamese, but also travel, business, and living a month. The difference between Hanoi Cultural and Language Institute and other language schools is that it provides all information services that students may be curious about. Get all the information on culture, life, business, travel, etc. in addition to Vietnamese and live a wise life in Vietnam!

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