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Disclaimer: The information you are reading is compiled from official sources. However, the entry requirements are subject to change at any time. Please continuously monitor and update the situation from the Vietnamese government agency, Embassy, Consulate to confirm any changes before departure.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Covid-19 pandemic has come and changed the lives of people around the world in ways we never thought possible. But thanks to the Covid-19 vaccination, we have been gradually controlling the situation. The question is: am I allowed to travel to Vietnam, when can we travel to Vietnam in 2022? The article below will answer the question for you specifically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I. Am I Allowed to Travel to Vietnam in 2022?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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1. Visa Requirements for Travelers to Vietnam<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Since March 2020 until further notice, Vietnam has temporarily suspended usual visa waivers, visa issuance for all foreigners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Only Vietnamese nationals, diplomats on official business, experts, foreign investors, and certain high-skilled workers are allowed to enter Vietnam at this time. These will be processed case by case. These applications have to be led by Vietnamese employers who are required to work directly through provincial government offices. These requirements and procedures are also different from province to province. The quarantine costs, both in governmental quarantine centres and designated hotels, must be paid by the ones who arrive and their employers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Entering Vietnam<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Foreigners entering Vietnam for less than 14 days for business purposes are exempt from concentrated isolation, but must comply with epidemic prevention and control regulations including staying in an isolated place to ensure isolation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Vietnam International Flights Update<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

From January 1, 2022, Vietnam approved the resumption of international commercial flights to and from Vietnam with 9 destinations, including San Francisco or Los Angeles, Bangkok, Singapore, Phnompenh, Beijing, Phnom Penh, Guangzhou, Tokyo, and Taipei. However, so far, only 5 international routes have been officially resumed, including the US, Taiwan, Japan, Singapore, and Cambodia. A number of airline websites allow booking online from Vietnam, but check carefully in advance to see if these flights are warranted to fly or not and if they are passenger flights or not. In fact, commercial flights and transit arrangements are still prone to delays, changes and cancellations with very little notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Negative Covid Test Result & Quarantine<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fully vaccinated passengers entering Vietnam:<\/strong> will have to be isolated for 3 days at a designated facility, and conduct PCR tests on day 1 and day 3. If the result is positive, you will be quarantined consistent with the rules of Government. If negative, you continue to monitor health until the end of 14 days from the date of entry while enjoying your destination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Passengers without proof of full vaccination entering Vietnam:<\/strong> will need to execute self-isolation for 7 days at a designated facility and conduct PCR tests on day 1 and day 7. If the result is positive, you will be quarantined consistent with the rules of Government. If negative, you continue to monitor health until the end of 14 days from the date of entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Those entering the country under 18 years of age, people aged 65 or older, pregnant women, and people having underlying medical conditions (but not being monitored or treated at medical facilities) are isolated with their parents\/personal care givers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Those allowed to enter Vietnam for tourism purposes will have to show a certificate of full vaccination (vaccine passport) or a certificate of recovery from Covid-19 issued by a competent authority. The last vaccine dose must be administered no less than 14 days before departure to Vietnam and no later than 12 months from the date of entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Land Borders<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Borders with China, Cambodia and Laos are currently closed. Foreigners have not yet been allowed to enter Vietnam by land, except for returning Vietnamese nationals, foreigners who obtain Vietnam entry permits from the Immigration Department and visa-exemption holders (including: overseas Vietnameses (no matter Vietnam passport is still available or not) and their spouses\/children and spouses\/children of Vietnameses). Import and export of goods are processing as usual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Transit in Vietnam<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Currently, transit in Vietnam is still not allowed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Data Collection<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Foreigners coming to Vietnam must provide information about their recent travel history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Vaccine Passport\/Certificate<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You will need a vaccine certificate and\/or recovery documentation in order to enter Vietnam. Vietnam has temporarily recognized Covid-19 vaccine passports or certificates from 78 countries (in accordance with the Consular Department<\/a>). See full list of countries. Please check back for updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Covid Tracking<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

All arrivals must present a negative PCR test result executed within 72 hours prior to entry, submit a health declaration form and install two applications PC-COVID app and IGOVN (an App by the Ministry of Public Security). All Vietnameses are required to have these apps as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Two PCR tests will be taken on days 1 and 3 of arrival. Travellers need to undergo medical surveillance for at least 14 days from the arriving day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Restrictions & Open Tourist Attractions and Activities in Vietnam<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Most movie theatres, bars and nightclubs and karaoke parlours in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are still not permitted to re-open. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Large gatherings like religious events and festivals have been restricted until further notice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other business models must ensure operating conditions with epidemic prevention regulations include restaurants, domestic travel agencies, public transport, hotels, monuments, attractions and government agencies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All citizens and travelers must comply with social distancing regulations, wear masks in public, and maintain personal hygiene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11. Returning Home<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Regulations allowing citizens to enter from abroad vary from country to country. Therefore, these follow the instructions and procedures published by the country you are returning to. Keep updating the information of the competent authorities so as not to miss any changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The rules of entering Vietnam are constantly changing now due to the impact of Covid-19’s new variants. We are in effort to keep this blog up to date when things change (last update 7\/1\/2022).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

II. When Will Vietnam Open Borders for Tourism 2022?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Can I travel to Vietnam now? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Like many Southeast Asian countries, Vietnam is also eager to rivive its tourism economy. As planned, Vietnam opens for tourists who are fully vaccinated according to a 3-phase plan<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 1st phase <\/strong>starts from November 2021, mainly for tourists from Europe, Australia, the Middle East and the US to specific locations such as Da Nang, Phu Quoc, Hoi An, Nha Trang, and others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 2nd phase <\/strong>starts from January 2022 with additional more popular locations like Halong Bay. More countries will also be added to the approved list over the next few months. These moves are similar to the steps taken by Thailand through the Sandbox programs.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 3rd phase<\/strong>, full reopening, is expected in June or July 2022. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We will update this article as soon as we know more detailed information about Vietnam reopening in 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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III. Plan Your Vietnam Trip<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Want to register a tour package in Vietnam?Make 2022 the year of travel and become the first one to get back to somewhere exotic, tropical, culture and new! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Follow these instructions to start planning your Vietnam trip today:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Book a Tour Package<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n