Latest Travel Alerts & Updates for Vietnam
Essential Information
- Vietnam officially reopened its international borders to visitors on March 15, 2022, following adjustments in travel policies.
- As of March 2025, Vietnam is welcoming foreign visitors without the need for mandatory quarantines, although travelers are encouraged to have up-to-date vaccinations and health insurance covering COVID-19 treatment.
- Travelers must present a negative COVID-19 test result taken within 72 hours prior to departure or proof of vaccination. It is advisable to check the latest entry requirements prior to travel.
- Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air, and Bamboo Airways offer several direct flights to and from major cities around the world. For the latest updates on flight availability, travelers should check with their local Vietnamese embassy or consulate.
What Can Visitors Expect
- Masks are still recommended in crowded public spaces, although restrictions have eased significantly.
- As of 2025, restrictions vary by locality, but most businesses have reopened, and tourist attractions are operational.
- In Hanoi, most religious centers, cafes, sidewalk eateries, bars, and entertainment venues are open, adhering to health guidelines.
- In Ho Chi Minh City, public gatherings can occur with no restrictions, and businesses such as fitness centers, wedding halls, and cinemas are operating normally.
- In Hue and Da Nang, the business and educational sectors have resumed full activity without pandemic-related restrictions.
- Schools have returned to in-person instruction, with additional health safety measures in place.
Recent Updates
- Vietnam has successfully managed its COVID-19 response, with a vaccination rate exceeding 80% of the eligible population as of early 2025.
- As of March 2025, Vietnam has recorded approximately 2.6 million COVID cases overall since the pandemic began, with mortality rates remaining low compared to global standards.
- Travel restrictions on flights from high-risk countries have been lifted, but ongoing assessments are made to mitigate risk based on emerging variants.
COVID-19 Testing & Vaccine in Vietnam
COVID-19 testing is available in Vietnam, with PCR tests priced around $30-120 depending on the service provider.
- In Hanoi: You can get a test at Medlatec or Hanoi French Hospital.
- In Ho Chi Minh City: You can get a test at Ho Chi Minh City CDC or FV Hospital.
Vietnam continues to offer the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine, among others, at vaccination centers across the country, and citizens are encouraged to ensure their vaccinations are up to date.
(Latest update: March 2025)
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Although the cost of living has risen tremendously in Vietnam in recent years, you can still to live by with few dollars per day in your pocket. Below is a quick summary of what a dollar can be worth in various cities in Vietnam.
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In many countries, purchasing and showing proof of a purchase for a travel insurance is a must as you apply for your travel documents. As you get a visa for Vietnam, you are not required to present one. But do you need one? YES, you will greatly benefit from well-picked travel insurance.
