Vietnam Travel & Entry Restrictions (Updated on June 21, 2024)

Vietnam, a land of staggering natural beauty and cultural complexities, of dynamic megacities and hill-tribe villages, is both exotic and compelling. To enter Vietnam in 2024, you need a valid passport with at least six months of validity remaining. You can apply for an e-visa online, which allows a stay of up to 90 days and is valid for multiple entries. No COVID-19 testing or vaccination is required. If you want to plan a trip to Vietnam, please feel free to contact us for a free consultation or follow our Facebook to get the latest information.

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Who Can Enter Vietnam – Vietnam Entry Policy 2024

The Vietnam government already agreed to fully resume international travel for tourists from 15th March 2023.  Compared to the old scheme, the new rule shows looser restrictions that:

• Pilot flights are no longer the only way to enter Vietnam, the travelers can choose all kinds of transportation including flights, cruises, and vehicles.
• The tourists will no longer need to choose a tour package organized by a  local travel agent. 
• The tourists could travel to any place in Vietnam under a negative test result within 24-hour arrival. 

How to Get a Vietnam Visa – Vietnam Visa Application

Most visitors will need a visa to enter Vietnam.  On March 15 Vietnam agreed to resume its visa exemption policy for 13 countries for up to 15 days regardless of the purpose of entry. This applies to citizens of Belarus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Norway, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, and the UK. The visa exemption policy had been in place prior to the pandemic. Further details on entry procedures are awaited from the government.  Please kind to find more information about How to Apply for a Vietnam Tourist Visa.

In addition, the Vietnam Department of Immigration, via their National Web Portal on March 17 that visitors requiring visas can now easily apply online The e-visa government website: https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/trang-chu-ttdt. 

Can I travel around Vietnam freely after entry – Vietnam Travel Restrictions in 2024

Visitors could only travel with the local agent or groups, the government does not allow free activities now. 

• FACE COVERINGS – The public must wear face masks across Vietnam. Best face masks for travel. 
• SOCIAL DISTANCING – Compulsory all over the country.
• CURFEWS – There are currently no curfews in place but they can spring up at short notice.
• PUBLIC TRANSPORT – Face masks must be worn on public transport.
• VENUES AND GATHERINGS – Many hospitality venues and hotels have been forced to close permanently. A number of public places including gyms, casinos, karaoke rooms, and nightclubs remain closed until further notice. Gatherings are restricted to 50 people. In Phnom Penh, you may be asked to show proof of vaccination before entering venues of various types.
• MOVEMENT OF PEOPLE – Local restrictions can change rapidly without notice. You could be asked for proof of vaccination for entrance into some public spaces.

The rules and regulations below are only meant to serve as a guide and the situation is prone to change rapidly without warning. 

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