What are the current entry rules for Vietnam, particularly for visa and border runs?

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Mar 17, 2020

5 years ago

Jimmy ********

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Hey all. 

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Got my first border run shortly - thinking of heading to Vietnam for a few days then coming back. From research it looks several countries in Asia have made stricter rules for inbound/outbound travellers. Has anyone went to Vietnam recently and if so, how was the airport like?

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Due to recent restrictions, Vietnam has closed its borders, resulting in the suspension of all visa types, including visa on arrival and tourist visas. This change affects both new applicants and current visa holders. It has been confirmed that travelers cannot enter Vietnam for border runs at this time.

Jimmy ********

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I’ve already got an existing visa for Vietnam, as I’m Australian Vietnamese background. Do you think I’ll still be denied entry?

5 years ago

Matthew *******

@Jimmy *******

I thought Vietnam has closed its borders

5 years ago

Steven ***************

For some reason they name it a visa even though it's an exemption. Maybe best to contact your embassy mate, in your case.

5 years ago

Kath *********

@Jimmy *******

5 years ago

Steven ***************

@Jimmy *******

. My guess is the fact you need a visa to enter Vietnam means that your background means nothing to them in regards to entry

5 years ago

Garrett ***********

@Ji***

A tourist visa?

5 years ago

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Steven ***************

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. So does that mean no to Ho Chi Minh for a new non O visa?

5 years ago

Steven ***************

Wouldn't surprise me if it stays this way until the virus is totally under control. Closing borders for a short time makes no sense

5 years ago

Garrett ***********

@Ste***

Correct, if you don't have a TRC or PRC (temporary or permanent residencey cards) you won't get into Vietnam right now. They've even canceled valid multiple entry tourist visas.

I have a few friends living in vietnam who have to leave for a visa run and can't get back in.

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Garrett ***********

Vietnam is closed. No visa on arrival, Visa exemption, or tourist visas are being permitted. Vietnam suspended extensions of their visas in the country too.

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