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IMPACT – LOW
What is the change? Vietnam is strictly enforcing a requirement that people have at least six months remaining on their passport when entering the country.
What does the change mean? Travelers who will have less than six months on their passport when they intend to enter Vietnam should consider renewing their passport as soon as possible.
Background: Vietnam is strictly enforcing the six-month rule both for those who require visas to travel to Vietnam and those who do not. As of early January, travelers from visa-exempt countries, including Denmark, Finland, Japan, Norway, Russia, South Korea and Sweden, must make sure they not only are in compliance with the six-month rule, but also that at least 30 days have passed since their last visit to Vietnam.
BAL Analysis: All travelers to Vietnam, including visa-waived nationals, should check the expiration dates on their passports before travel. Those whose passports will expire within six months of their arrival in Vietnam should apply for a new passport as soon as possible.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group and our network provider located in Vietnam. For additional information, please contact your BAL attorney.
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