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Most visits to Vietnam are trouble-free.
Outbreaks of avian influenza (bird flu) in Vietnam have resulted in a small number of human fatalities. Travellers should avoid visiting live animal markets, poultry farms and other places where they may come into close contact with wild or caged birds; and ensure poultry dishes are thoroughly cooked.
Dengue Fever is endemic to Vietnam and can occur throughout the year. There is no vaccination or immunisation. There has been a marked increase in the number of reported cases of Dengue in 2007, from the already high figures of 2006. Southern regions of the country have had particularly high levels of infection.
Travellers should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
Serious or violent crimes against foreigners in Vietnam are rare, but travellers should remain vigilant for petty or opportunistic theft.
Drug trafficking and possession carries heavy penalties, including the death penalty, which is enforced in Vietnam.
Typhoons commonly occur in Vietnam between June and December. Typhoon Hagibis affected Southern Vietnam in November 2007. Travellers should monitor local and international weather updates. On 3 October, Tropical Storm Lekima made landfall on the Vietnam coast near Dong Hoi. There were a number of fatalities and thousands of people made homeless. There were landslides and flash floods in the affected areas and severe damage to infrastructure.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organisations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk
US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
Outbreaks of avian influenza (bird flu) in Vietnam have resulted in a small number of human fatalities. Travellers should avoid visiting live animal markets, poultry farms and other places where they may come into close contact with wild or caged birds; and ensure poultry dishes are thoroughly cooked.
Dengue Fever is endemic to Vietnam and can occur throughout the year. There is no vaccination or immunisation. There has been a marked increase in the number of reported cases of Dengue in 2007, from the already high figures of 2006. Southern regions of the country have had particularly high levels of infection.
Travellers should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
Serious or violent crimes against foreigners in Vietnam are rare, but travellers should remain vigilant for petty or opportunistic theft.
Drug trafficking and possession carries heavy penalties, including the death penalty, which is enforced in Vietnam.
Typhoons commonly occur in Vietnam between June and December. Typhoon Hagibis affected Southern Vietnam in November 2007. Travellers should monitor local and international weather updates. On 3 October, Tropical Storm Lekima made landfall on the Vietnam coast near Dong Hoi. There were a number of fatalities and thousands of people made homeless. There were landslides and flash floods in the affected areas and severe damage to infrastructure.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organisations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk
US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
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