AUTOMATIC STAY EXTENSION FOR FOREIGNERS AND INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Foreigners who entered Vietnam on visa waivers, e-visas, or tourist visas from March 1st, 2020 are entitled to automatic stay extension until October 31st, 2020, and can depart from Vietnam without having to apply for a stay extension. For those who entered Vietnam before March 1st, 2020, the same automatic stay extension can be considered, subject to the provision of proof that the person was stranded in Vietnam due to Covid-19, accompanied by a diplomatic Note (with Vietnamese translation) from a relevant diplomatic mission, or a written document from relevant Vietnamese authorities confirming that the person was required to undergo mandatory quarantine or treatment for Covid-19, or advice of other force majeure. The person is required to present the diplomatic Note or written document on departure from Vietnam.
During the “automatic stay extension” period, foreigners are required to complete a temporary residence and health status declaration.
Those who are not subject to Paragraph 1 or violate Vietnamese laws will be treated according to the applicable laws of Vietnam.
via Vietnam Immigration Department