Exercise increased caution in Vietnam due to COVID-19.

Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel.  

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 1 Travel Health Notice  for  Vietnam due to COVID-19. 

Vietnam's borders are still closed for all foreign nationals with few exceptions. Vietnam has resumed most domestic transportation options (including airports) and business operations (including day care centers and schools). Other improved conditions have been reported within Vietnam. Visit the Embassy's COVID-19 page for more information on  the current extent of travel disruptions and testing/quarantine requirements for inbound travelers, as well as other information on COVID-19 in Vietnam.

Read the country information page.

If you decide to travel to Vietnam:

• See the U.S. Embassy's webpage regarding COVID-19. 
• Visit the CDC’s webpage on Travel and COVID-19.   
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
• Review the Crime and Safety Reports for Vietnam.
• U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist.

Last Update: Reissued with updates to COVID-19 information.