【VIETNAM】New COVID-19 Tourism Policies

13 MARCH 2020

【VIETNAM】NEW COVID-19 TOURISM POLICIES

UPDATED: March 13, 2020

 

In response to a spate of new cases of COVID-19, Vietnam is stepping up its measures to stop the virus from entering and spreading within the country. 

Vietnam is still welcoming international tourists who have not visited outbreak areas within the past 14 days; however, all travellers are advised to monitor their health closely and take precautions before coming to Vietnam. Once in the country, you will need to follow the instructions and regulations of the Vietnamese government to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

To help prepare you for what you can expect in Vietnam at this time, below is an outline of new policies related to travel, as well as the health precautions Vietnam is requiring of all inbound visitors. 

Health checks on arrival

All travellers entering Vietnam need to submit mandatory health declarations on arrival. This form can be filled out electronically at airports and border crossings, or submitted online on the day of entry into Vietnam. Travellers are legally responsible to ensure the information is true and accurate.

Online medical declarations can be filed here.

Those with symptoms of the SARS-CoV-2 virus and those whose travel history contains epidemiological risks are required to undertake medical examinations, and may be placed in 14-day quarantine before being allowed to enter Vietnam. All foreign travellers will need to comply with official health procedures when in Vietnam.

Quarantine regulations in Vietnam

In order to minimise the risk of contagion, Vietnam is isolating individuals who have come into close contact with others carrying the COVID-19 disease. If you have any contact -- such as the sharing of flights, vehicles, or hotels -- with others who have tested positive for COVID-19 while in Vietnam, you can expect to be tested for the virus and placed in 14-day quarantine.

Vietnam observes several levels of quarantine: 

  1. Self-quarantine in homes or hotels with regular check-ups by local health authorities, 
  2. Quarantine in health establishments for those showing symptoms of the virus, as well as those who have tested positive for COVID-10 and those in close contact with them, 
  3. Quarantine in non-medical establishments for those returning from high-risk areas, and
  4. Closed-off communities for areas with high numbers of confirmed infections.

Postponed & Cancelled of Events

A number of festivals and events in Vietnam have been cancelled or postponed in alignment with the government’s directive to avoid public gatherings. 

Organizers have announced that several tourism and sporting events will be postponed or cancelled:

  • Huế Festival 2020 - Postponed to August 28, 2020
  • Da Lat Sufferfest - Postponed 
  • Quang Binh Marathon - Postponed 
  • Techcombank Ha Noi Marathon - Postponed 
  • Sunrise Sprint - Postponed to May 3, 2020
  • Da Nang International Fireworks Festival 2020 - Cancelled
  • Da Lat Ultra Trail 2020 - Postponed to June 19-21, 2020

Pedestrian and walking zones in Hue and Hanoi — common gathering places for locals and tourists — will be closed until the situation improves. Tourism sites across the country are also setting aside closure days to disinfect their premises. 

 

NOTE: From now to March 26, Ha Long Bay, Cat Ba, Bai Tu Long Bay, and tourism sites in Ninh Binh will not be receiving guests. The Hoi An Ancient Town is not selling tickets to visitors, and has suspended its pedestrian and cycling street hours until the end of March 2020.

Temporary closure of tourism sites

Within the country, Vietnamese health officials have temporarily isolated several locations that are deemed high-risk, or those that have been recently visited by travellers with confirmed cases of the virus. Tourism sites across the country are also setting aside closure days to disinfect their premises.

Until March 26, Ha Long Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay, Cat Ba Island, and tourism sites in Ninh Binh including the Trang An Eco-tourism Complex will not be receiving any new visitors. The Hoi An Ancient Town has suspended sales of tickets to the UNESCO Heritage Site, as well as its pedestrian-only hours in the Old Town until the end of March 2020. Other destinations such as Ly Son Island, Cham Islands, and Con Dao are also not receiving tourists at this time. 

Several areas in Sapa and Hanoi have been zoned off and blockaded, and a number of cruise ships in Ha Long and Hai Phong were recalled and disinfected -- both after it was confirmed that they were visited by travellers with COVID-19. 

'NOTE: Please note that many hotels in Vietnam are now requesting guests to undergo temperature checks at reception. Guests with temperatures of 37 degrees and below should have no trouble checking in. '

List of Tourist Attractions in Vietnam which are temporarily closed for quarantine or disinfection due to COVID-19

No Destination Attraction Status Date / Duration
1 Hanoi Temple of Literature Closed 10 Mar - 15 Mar 2020
2 Hanoi Ngoc Son Temple Closed 10 Mar - 15 Mar 2020
3 Hanoi Enthonology Museum Closed 10 Mar - 15 Mar 2020 
4 Hanoi Hoa Lo Prison Closed 10 Mar - 15 Mar 2020 
5 Hanoi Old Quarters (entrance to old houses and pagodas) Closed Until further notice
6 Ninh Binh Hoa Lu Closed 11 Mar until further notice
7 Ninh Binh  Trang An Closed  13 Mar - 26 Mar 2020 
8 Ninh Binh  Tam Coc  Closed  Until further notice
9 Ninh Binh  Bich Dong Closed  Until further notice
10 Ninh Binh Dinh Le  Closed  13 Mar - 26 Mar 2020 
11 Ninh Binh  Hang Mua  Closed  13 Mar - 26 Mar 2020 
12 Ninh Binh Van Long Closed Until further notice
13 Quang Ninh Ha Long Closed  12 Mar until further notice
14 Quang Ninh Bai Tu Long Closed  12 Mar until further notice
15 Quang Ninh  Tuan Chau  Closed  Until further notice
16 Quang Ninh  Hon Gai  Closed  Until further notice
17 Quang Ninh  Cat Ba  Closed  10 Mar until further notice
18 Quang Ninh  Yen Tu Closed  12 Mar until further notice
19 Quang Ninh  Co To  Closed  12 Mar until further notice 
20 Hoi An Ancient Town (tourist attractions only) Closed  12 Mar - 31 Mar 2020
21 Hoi An Cham Islands Closed  10 Mar until further notice
22 Hoi An Cam Thanh Closed 12 Mar until further notice
23 Hoi An Lune Production Closed 9 Mar - 15 Mar 2020
24 Hue Truc Chi Closed 9 Mar - 30 Mar 2020
25 Hue Thuy Bieu Closed Until end of Mar 2020
26 Quang Ngai Ly Son Closed 9 Mar until further notice
27 Vung Tau Con Dao Closed 11 Mar until further notice
28 Mekong Delta My An Closed 10 Mar until further notice
29 Mekong Delta Phuoc Hau Closed 10 Mar until further notice
30 Hoa Binh Da Bia Closed Until end of Mar 2020
31 Hoa Binh Da Bac Closed Until end of Mar 2020

 

List of hotels and Accommodations in Vietnam which are temporarily closed for quarantine or disinfection due to COVID-19. 

No Destination Accommodation Status Date / Duration
1

Hanoi

La Siesta Trendy Closed for quarantine 10 Mar - 20 Mar 2020
2

Ba Vi

Ba Vi Resort Closed for foreigners Until further notice
3

Hoa Binh

Muong Retreat Temporarily closed Until further notice
4

Pu Luong

Pu Luong Retreat Temporarily closed Until 16 Mar 2020
5

Sapa

Topas Ecolodge Closed for quarantine 10 Mar - 21 Mar 2020
6

Nha Trang

Diamond Hotel Temporarily closed 9 Mar - 30 Jun 2020
7 Hoi An Four Seasons The Nam Hai Closed for quarantine 11 Mar - 24 Mar 2020
8 Hoi An Boutique Hoi An Temporarily closed Until 21 Mar 2020
9 Hue Moonlight Hue Closed for quarantine 9 Mar - 21 Mar 2020
10 Lan Ha Orchid Cruises Closed for quarantine 11 Mar - 21 Mar 2020
11 Ha Long Bhaya Cruises Closed for quarantine 12 Mar - 26 Mar 2020
12 Ha Long Syrena Cruises Closed for quarantine 12 Mar - 26 Mar 2020
13 Ha Long Au Co Cruises Closed for quarantine 12 Mar - 26 Mar 2020
14 Ha Long Garden Bay Cruises Closed for quarantine 12 Mar - 26 Mar 2020
15 Ha Long Bai Tho Cruises Closed for quarantine 12 Mar - 26 Mar 2020
16 Ha Long Jasmine Cruises Closed for quarantine 12 Mar - 26 Mar 2020
17 Ha Long Azalea Cruises Closed for quarantine 12 Mar - 26 Mar 2020
18 Ha Long Image Cruises Closed for quarantine 12 Mar - 26 Mar 2020
19 Ha Long Paradise Elegance Cruises Temporarily closed Until 27 Mar 2020
20 Ha Long Paradise Suites Hotel Temporarily closed Until 27 Mar 2020
21 Mekong Mango Cruises Suspended 13 Mar - 30 Nov 2020
22 Mekong Pandaw Cruises Temporarily closed Until end of April

  

Visa exemptions and temporary bans

Vietnam is currently suspending unilateral visa exemptions for citizens of 10 countries: South Korea, Italy, Spain, Germany, Norway, Finland, Sweden, United Kingdom, France and Denmark. Travellers from these countries will need to secure a visa for Vietnam -- through Vietnamese embassies, employers or a travel agency -- before arriving in the country. 

Vietnam has also indicated visa exemptions will be suspended for nations reporting 500 cases or more of COVID-19, or those with more than 50 new cases per day. 

At this time, Vietnam is refusing entry to all travellers arriving from mainland China, Hong Kong, Daegu and Gyeongsangbuk, or those who have transited through these areas within the past 14 days.

Vietnam is currently suspending unilateral visa exemptions for citizens of 10 countries: South Korea, Italy, Spain, Germany, Norway, Finland, Sweden, United Kingdom, France and Denmark. Travellers from these countries will need to secure a visa for Vietnam -- through Vietnamese embassies, employers or a travel agency -- before arriving in the country. 

Vietnam has also indicated visa exemptions will be suspended for nations reporting 500 cases or more of COVID-19, or those with more than 50 new cases per day. 

At this time, Vietnam is refusing entry to all travellers arriving from mainland China, Hong Kong, Daegu and Gyeongsangbuk, or those who have transited through these areas within the past 14 days.

Screening centres and health hotlines

Travellers with symptoms of COVID-19 or those concerned they may have been exposed to the SARS-CoV-2 virus should call Vietnam’s health hotline: 1900 3228

Vietnam has appointed 30 screening centres nationwide to carry out testing and diagnosis of COVID-19 disease, as well as 45 quick response teams to assist health facilities in the processing and treatment of COVID-19 patients. For the full list of screening centres, please see this link.

 For a full overview of the COVID-19 situation in Vietnam as it relates to travellers, as well as daily updates, please see our travel advisory here.

Source: Tourism Vietnam?? ?? ?? Vietnam’s diverse natural environment, geography, history, and culture have created a great potential for the tourism industry. Vietnam consists of long coastlines, forests, and mountainous regions with numerous magnificent landscapes. As well, Vietnam has a long history and diversified culture with variety of ancient architecture constructions, and wonderful legends. Once a lesser-known destination, Vietnam has become widely popular in recent years. With Hanoi consistently ranked among the world's top 10 destinations by TripAdvisor. Astonishingly exotic and utterly compelling, Vietnam is a country of breathtaking natural beauty with an incredible heritage that quickly becomes addictive. 

It's almost impossible to walk a block in Vietnam's major destinations without bumping into a crowd of hungry patrons slurping noodles at a makeshift 'pho' stand. 'Pho' is the Vietnamese national dish; an aromatic, nutritious and delicious rice noodle soup served with a side plate of fresh herbs. ?? ?? ??

Here is the Vietnam Top 10 Things To Do!

  1. Must Eat Bun Bo Cuon La Lot
  2. Take a bite of Goi Cuon
  3. Relaxing at Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngoc Son
  4. Shop at Behn Thanh Market
  5. Stroll through Hoi An Ancient Town
  6. Must eat Ph
  7. Discover Cao Dai Temple
  8. Reveal the UNESCO of Hue Imperial City
  9. Cyclo in Old Quarter
  10. Crawling through Chu Chi Tunnels  

?? ?? ?? Find out another Top 21 Must Do Activities in Vietnam here


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