Immigration News - Vietnam COVID-19: Testing requirements eased Share this article LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) May 17, 2022 The Vietnamese government has eased its COVID-19 entry and testing requirements. Key Points: As of May 15, travelers, regardless of their vaccination status or departure country, do not need a pre-departure COVID-19 test to enter the country. Vietnamese authorities are no longer requiring individuals to have a negative PCR test that was taken within 72 hours before departure. Additional Information: More information regarding Vietnam’s decision to ease its COVID-19 testing requirements is available here. BAL Analysis: Entry and health requirements may change with little or no notice. The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and BAL will provide additional updates as information becomes available. This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com. Copyright © 2022 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. All rights reserved. Reprinting or digital redistribution to the public is permitted only with the express written permission of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For inquiries please contact copyright@bal.com.
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