Article 4 – Prohibited Acts in Exit and Entry of Vietnamese Citizens
Article 4 of the Law on Exit and Entry of Vietnamese Citizens specifies the acts that are strictly prohibited to protect national security, maintain order, and ensure lawful travel. Understanding these prohibitions is essential for every Vietnamese citizen traveling abroad as well as for foreigners planning to enter Vietnam.
🚫 Prohibited Acts
The following actions are not allowed under Vietnam’s immigration law:
Failure to comply with sanctions: Citizens who have not fulfilled administrative penalties outlined in Clauses 1–7 of this law are prohibited from being issued immigration papers.
Violation of exit postponement: Any person whose departure has been lawfully postponed is not permitted to leave Vietnam, except in cases allowed under Clause 12, Article 37.
National defense and security concerns: Individuals deemed ineligible for immigration papers due to decisions by the Minister of National Defense or the Minister of Public Security.
These prohibitions aim to ensure transparency, compliance with the law, and the protection of national interests.
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