ENTRY BANS & BLACKLISTING IN VIETNAM

What Every Expat Should Know About Vietnam’s Immigration Entry Ban System and How SJP Consultancy Helps Foreign Nationals Return Legally

By Simon J. Price
Managing Partner – SJP Consultancy

Understanding the Process, Your Rights, and How Professional Assistance Can Make a Difference

Vietnam has become one of Asia’s most popular destinations for expatriates, retirees, investors, entrepreneurs, skilled professionals, digital nomads and international families. Its rapidly expanding economy, welcoming culture, modern infrastructure and excellent quality of life continue to attract people from Australia, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, New Zealand and throughout Europe.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of foreign nationals legally enter Vietnam to work, invest, retire, study or reunite with family.

For the overwhelming majority, their experience is positive.

Unfortunately, for a small number of foreigners, their plans come to an abrupt halt after discovering they have been refused permission to enter Vietnam.

Many first become aware of the problem while checking in for an international flight. Others discover the issue only after landing in Vietnam. Some receive notification during a visa application. For many, the words “Entry Denied” come as a complete shock.

The immediate questions quickly follow.