Check current flight, airport, entry, border and travel warning information that could affect a trip to Vietnam.
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Travel to Vietnam continues normally, with international flights, major airports and border crossings operating. However, travellers should be aware of new digital arrival and health declaration procedures introduced in 2026, as well as a current increase in dengue cases.
Current Travel Conditions
What Travellers Should Know
Digital arrival card
Foreign travellers entering through Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City are currently encouraged to complete Vietnam’s digital arrival card before arrival. The system is not currently mandatory at this airport, but requirements can change or expand to other entry points with limited notice.
Health declaration
From 1 July 2026, travellers entering or transiting through Vietnam may be required to complete a health declaration. This may include providing information about vaccinations, so travellers should check the latest requirements before departure.
Visa and eVisa rules
Visa requirements depend on nationality. Vietnam offers visa-free access to eligible nationalities and electronic visas for eligible travellers. An eVisa can allow stays of up to 90 days with multiple entries, but travellers must use eligible entry and exit points.
Dengue
Vietnam is currently included in a travel health notice for higher-than-expected dengue activity. Travellers should take precautions against mosquito bites, particularly in areas experiencing increased transmission.
Tropical storm season
Vietnam’s tropical storm season normally runs from May to November. Storms can cause flooding, landslides and temporary disruption to flights, roads and rail services. Travellers should monitor forecasts when severe weather is approaching.
Latest Travel Changes
Digital arrival system introduced
Vietnam introduced a digital arrival card pilot at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City from 15 April 2026. Foreign arrivals are currently encouraged to complete it before entering the country.
Health declaration requirements introduced
From 1 July 2026, travellers entering or transiting through Vietnam may be required to complete a health declaration, which can include vaccination information.
Current dengue health notice
Vietnam is among the destinations currently reporting higher-than-expected dengue activity. Travellers should take mosquito-bite precautions and monitor current health advice.
No major nationwide transport disruption identified
Commercial flights and Vietnam’s principal airports continue to operate. Current issues do not amount to a nationwide aviation or border disruption.
Before You Travel
Check whether your nationality qualifies for visa-free entry or requires an eVisa or another type of Vietnamese visa.
Check the latest digital arrival card and health declaration requirements shortly before departure, as the 2026 systems may be expanded or changed.
If travelling on an eVisa, make sure your intended entry and exit points are permitted under your visa.
Take precautions against mosquito bites because of current elevated dengue activity.
During tropical storm season, monitor weather forecasts and check your flight, rail or road arrangements before travelling.
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