Under Article 6, Vietnam may revoke or invalidate a foreigner’s visa, e-Visa, entry permit, or Temporary Residence Card (TRC) when the holder violates immigration law—especially prohibited acts in Article 5 (cls. 3–6), entry-suspension grounds in Article 21 (cl. 3), or non-compliance with obligations in Article 44 (pt. b, cl. 2). Consequences can include immediate loss…
The Transitional Provision ensures that when new laws on the exit and entry of Vietnamese citizens or the entry, exit, transit, and residence of foreigners in Vietnam take effect, there is a smooth transition from old regulations to the new legal framework. This article is designed to: Guarantee continuity of rights and obligations for citizens…
Article 24 clarifies who manages diplomatic (HC) and official (CC) passports in Vietnam and how those passports must be controlled throughout their lifecycle. This helps prevent misuse, loss, or non-compliance when officials travel on duty or are reassigned. 1) Who is responsible for management? Under Article 11 (competent authorities) or their authorized designees must manage:…
The law provides specific summary procedures for issuing ordinary passports in urgent or exceptional cases to ensure Vietnamese citizens abroad can return home promptly. These procedures apply in situations such as loss of passport, expulsion decisions, or repatriation under international agreements. 1. Issuance of Passport When a Citizen Loses Their Passport Abroad When a Vietnamese…
Under the Law on Exit and Entry of Vietnamese Citizens, immigration papers are the essential documents issued by competent Vietnamese authorities that allow citizens to travel internationally and prove their identity. ✅ Types of Immigration Papers Vietnamese citizens may be issued the following documents: Ordinary Passport – used for tourism, study, work, or personal travel…
Article 9 of Vietnam’s Immigration Law clearly defines who can be issued official passports. These passports are granted to certain categories of Vietnamese citizens who perform state duties or hold positions requiring overseas assignments but do not qualify for diplomatic passports. 👥 Eligible Persons for Official Passports Official passports may be issued to the following…
Article 22 of the Law on Exit and Entry of Vietnamese Citizens regulates the time limits within which authorities can refuse to issue immigration papers. This ensures transparency, fairness, and legal compliance in managing immigration procedures for Vietnamese citizens. ⏳ Time Limit for Refusal Immigration authorities must notify applicants within the legally defined timeframe if…
Article 1 of Vietnam’s Law on Entry, Exit, Transit, and Residence of Foreigners defines the scope of the immigration regime. It sets out principles, conditions, and procedures for entry, exit, transit, and residence; the rights and obligations of foreigners; and the responsibilities of Vietnamese agencies, organizations, and hosts that manage or invite foreigners. Who this…
On June 24, 2023, the 15th National Assembly of Vietnam approved a new law regulating entry and exit procedures for both Vietnamese citizens and foreign travelers.This law officially took effect on August 15, 2023, marking an important step in simplifying Vietnam’s visa process and expanding e-Visa policies. Key Provisions of Article 3 – Implementation Validity…
On November 22, 2019, the National Assembly of Vietnam passed the Law on Exit and Entry of Vietnamese Citizens (No. 49/2019/QH14).The law, effective from July 1, 2020, regulates how Vietnamese citizens can obtain passports, travel abroad, and return to Vietnam, as well as circumstances where exit may be postponed. This article summarizes the key provisions…