The Future of Travel Pt: 2 - New Documentation Requirement for Hong Kong & Vietnam Travel
Hong Kong
The government of Hong Kong has implemented that ALL travelers are required present Hong Kong Health Declaration Form at Hong Kong’s control points as a part of COVID-19 containment measures . This form is obtained through an online application before arrival.
iVisa, an online visa and documentation services company, has started offering online application service for Hong Kong Health Declaration Form.
The process of the application for this document is very simple and quick to complete.
Once your application is submitted and accepted, you will be given a QR code which you must show at immigration at the control points in Hong Kong.
IMPORTANT INFO
●Hong Kong Health Declaration Form is currently required for ALL nationalities, including Hong Kong citizens who have visited other countries and are returning to Hong Kong.
● Travelers must have a passport with at least 6 months of validity from the planned date of entry.
● You can apply for the Hong Kong Health Declaration Form up to 24 hours in advance of your arrival in Hong Kong.
● The Hong Kong Health Declaration Form has the purpose of facilitating the entry to Hong Kong but it DOES NOT replace a visa (always check your visa requirement of your nationality).
● You will need Hong Kong Health Declaration Form at the following control points: Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong - Zhuhai - Macao Bridge, Lok Ma Chau, Man Kam To, Sha Tau Kok and Shenzhen Bay.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
● Passport with at least 6 month of validity
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Q: What is the Hong Kong Health Declaration?
A: This certificate serves as a measure to contain the spread of COVID-19 in Hong Kong. The declaration form can determine whether a traveler is fit to enter the country. In addition, if any traveler is infected with coronavirus or have symptoms, the information provided in the certificate registry will enable the relevant organizations to communicate with those affected and follow a series of protocols.
Q: Which nationalities must get Hong Kong Health Declaration?
A: All nationalities must get the health declaration, including Hong Kong citizens who have visited other countries and are returning to Hong Kong.
Vietnam
Following Thailand and Hong Kong, the government of Vietnam has implemented that all travelers are required to present Vietnam Medical Declaration Form at Vietnam international entries.
As with Hong Kong Medical Declaration Form, Vietnam Medical Declaration Form is obtained through an online application, that must be filled out and completed before entering Vietnam.
The process of the application for this document is very simple and quick to complete.
Once your application is submitted and accepted, you will be given a QR Code which you must show to the medical quarantine staff at the airport.
IMPORTANT INFO
● The Vietnam Medical Declaration is currently required for ALL nationalities, including Vietnamese citizens who have visited other countries and are returning to Vietnam.
●Travelers must have a passport with at least 6 months of validity from the planned date of entry.
● You can apply at any time. However, keep in mind that iVisa will keep your application on hold (before processing) until at least three days before your arrival in Vietnam to make sure that your medical declaration is as up-to-date as possible and you can get it in the required time frame.
● You can use Vietnam Medical Declaration Form at all international entries in Vietnam.
● Upon arrival, you need to present the QR Code of your Vietnam Medical Declaration Form along with your visa (if your nationality requires one) and passport.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
● Passport with at least 6 month of validity.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Q: What is Vietnam Medical Declaration Form?
A: It’s part of a COVID-19 containment measures for all travelers arriving in Vietnam.
Q: Which nationalities must get Vietnam Medical Declaration Form?
A: ALL nationalities must get this medical declaration, including Vietnamese citizens who have visited other countries and are returning to Vietnam.
Q: What is the cost to obtain a Vietnam Medical Declaration Form?
A: iVisa offers three options by processing time:
● Standard Processing - $20 USD (72 hours)
● Rush Processing - $30 USD (48 hours)
● Super Rush Processing - $55 USD (24 hours)
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Q: What do I need to apply for the Vietnam Medical Declaration Form?
A: Following is needed to submit your application:
● Passport with at least 6-month validity.
● Credit/Debit card or PayPal account for payment
Q: When should I apply for the Vietnam Medical Declaration Form?
A: You can apply in advance. However, keep in mind that even if you apply one month before your trip, iVisa will keep your application on hold until at least three days before your arrival in Vietnam. Medical Declaration needs to be as up-to-date as possible.
IMPORTANT: This document DOES NOT replace a visa, but is an additional requirement for ALL visitors entering this country. Check to see if your nationality requires a visa here.
Q: What do I need to present upon arrival in Vietnam?
A: The documents you must present upon arrival at an airport in Vietnam will depend on two points
● For Foreigners: QR Code of the Vietnam Medical Declaration Form, visa approval letter (if your nationality requires one)
● For Thai citizens: QR Code of the Vietnam Medical Declaration Form. Additional documents such as health insurance may be needed.