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Automatic extension of temporary residence for foreigners affected by the Covid-19 epidemic

The Immigration Department of Ministry of Public Security of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam has the honour to advise the latter to support and facilitate foreigners stranded in Vietnam due to Covid-19 as follows:


1. To continue "automatic stay extention" for foreigners until July, 31st, 2020 (subjects and forms prescribed in paragraph 1 of the Diplomatic Note No 6345/QLXNC dated May, 19th, 2020 sent to Embassies/Consulate General). During the "automatic stay extension" period, foreigners are required to complete temporary residence and health status declaration.


2. The guidances in Diplomatic Note No 4226/XNC dated March, 30th, 2020 by Vietnam Immigration Department are still effective untill  July, 31st, 2020.


3. Those who are not subject to "automatic stay extention" or those who have breached the laws will be treated according to applicabble laws of Vietnam.