🇻🇳 Is Vietnam safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Vietnam: 48 diplomatic missions from 38 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Vietnam
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Middle East escalation is causing airspace closures and flight cancellations that may affect travel plans even outside the region
- Check your airline or tour operator for the latest flight updates before departing
- Be aware of your permitted length of stay in Vietnam and do not overstay
- Review your travel insurance to confirm it covers your itinerary, planned activities and emergency expenses
- Spanish passport holders can enter Vietnam visa-free for up to 45 days, valid until 14/3/2028, per Resolution 44/NQ-CP
- Passport must have at least 6 months validity remaining at the time of entry
- Stays exceeding 45 days require a visa obtained from Vietnamese authorities before travel
- For visa queries, contact the Vietnamese Embassy in Spain directly; the Spanish Embassy cannot advise on visa requirements
Emergency numbers in Vietnam
Embassies and consulates in Vietnam
48 diplomatic missions from 38 countries, across 4 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳 China | 3 | Da Nang, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City |
| 🇰🇷 South Korea | 3 | Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, |
| 🇷🇺 Russia | 3 | Da Nang, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 2 | Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City |
| 🇫🇷 France | 2 | Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 2 | Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City |
| 🇺🇸 United States | 2 | Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | Hanoi |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | 1 | Hanoi |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 1 | Hanoi |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 1 | Hanoi |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | 1 | Hanoi |
…and 26 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Vietnam is Vietnamese. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Vietnamese, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Vietnam safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Vietnam is 1.18/4 (Low risk, level 1 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Vietnam?
The general emergency number in Vietnam is 113. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Vietnam?
Telcomia tracks 48 diplomatic missions from 38 countries in Vietnam, across 4 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.