Overall, travel to Vietnam is safe and easy for Americans. However, it is always best to be prepared and to check the latest travel advisories before traveling.

Visiting Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City? Here’s everything international travelers should know about restrictions and entry and exit requirements in Vietnam and where to find updated information.

Vietnam Travel Restrictions

Before you visit Vietnam, it’s important to be aware of any health risks, travel advisories, and restrictions around the country.

Please note that this information is subject to change. For the latest on Vietnam travel restrictions, always check government sites directly as noted below.

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COVID-19

COVID-19 Restrictions: None

The Vietnam immigration department has no travel restrictions in place for Americans traveling to Vietnam at this time. This means that Americans can enter Vietnam without having to quarantine or provide proof of vaccination.

While the immigration department has lifted any prerequisites regarding COVID-19 to enter Vietnam, there still might be local COVID-19 restrictions. These restrictions can vary depending on the province or city you are visiting, so be sure to check the specifics with the appropriate Vietnamese authorities before you go.

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Health and Safety Warnings

The US State Department has a Level 1 Travel Advisory set for American citizens in Vietnam. Exercise normal precautions if you decide to go.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has a Watch Level 1 set for travelers to Vietnam, due to the risk of dengue in parts of Asia and the Pacific Islands. Practice usual precautions and protect yourself by preventing mosquito bites if you decide to go.

Where to Find Updated Vietnam Travel Restrictions

It’s important to note that the Vietnamese government may impose new restrictions at any time, so it’s always best to check the latest travel advisories before traveling.

For the most recent and up-to-date information on Vietnam travel restrictions, visit the following:

For other countries, please check your country’s Vietnam embassy website or official state department website for updated travel advisories and restrictions.

What to Do in Case of Emergency

Be aware of your surroundings: Monitor local media, keep an eye on Vietnamese authorities’ public statements, know where your local police station and medical facilities are, and be aware of the country’s entry and exit requirements in case you need to leave with little or no warning. Travel insurance is always a good idea.

If you break local laws or find yourself in other trouble while traveling through Vietnam, reach out to your country’s embassy for assistance. You can also enroll in the Bureau of Consular Affairs’ Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). Signing up delivers travel alerts right to your phone or email, and it makes it easier for local authorities to find and contact you in case of emergency.

Prepare for Your Vietnam Trip

You’ll need an appropriate visa and valid passport to enter Vietnam, and at Entriva, we can easily and efficiently help with every aspect of getting a Vietnam visa. Start your visa application process.

For more information on other aspects of travel to Vietnam, including local laws, health and safety, local culture and customs, and the requirements to enter and exit Vietnam, visit our Vietnam content hub.