Report Hà Nội Police Issue Visa Compliance Reminder to Foreign Nationals

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The Immigration Management Office, under the Hà Nội Police Department, has issued an advisory for all foreign nationals to ensure they possess valid visas during immigration procedures in Việt Nam. This reminder aims to prevent the legal complications and penalties that can arise from non-compliance with immigration laws.

 

Travellers are encouraged to scrutinise the type of visa they possess, the duration of their stay stamped in their passports, and any applicable conditions upon their arrival in the country. Ensuring adherence to these regulations is vital to secure a lawful and uninterrupted stay.

 

This announcement follows a recent incident involving a British national, identified as S.D.T.J., residing temporarily in Hà Nội. He was found in violation of visa regulations when he failed to present a valid electronic visa (e-visa) upon entering Nội Bài International Airport. Mistakenly believing his visa information was registered in the system, he entered under Việt Nam’s unilateral visa exemption policy, limiting his stay until March 16, 2025, despite having an e-visa valid until April 24, 2025.

 

S.D.T.J.'s failure to confirm the stamped duration of stay in his passport led to an unintentional overstay, highlighting the importance of verifying visa details upon arrival. According to Clause 4, Point d, Article 18 of Decree No. 144/2021/NĐ-CP, foreign nationals overstaying their visa between 30 and 60 days face administrative fines ranging from VNĐ5-10 million (approximately US$192-385), with deportation as a possible additional penalty.

 

The Hà Nội Police Department stresses the significance of vigilant adherence to visa regulations, advising foreign nationals to regularly check their permitted length of stay to avoid inadvertent legal infractions. This proactive approach will help maintain a secure and compliant living environment for all foreign residents in Việt Nam.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Vietnam News 2025-05-08