Tips

Who is Eligible for a Green or Yellow COVID-19 Card?

The bustling city of Ho Chi Minh is gearing up to reopen its doors to individuals holding the coveted Green and Yellow Cards. But who exactly is eligible for these exclusive passes? Join us as we delve into the world of COVID-19 access cards and uncover the mysteries behind these sought-after credentials. It's time to explore the new normal and discover who will be granted entry into the vibrant heart of Vietnam's economic hub.

Administrator

28 July, 2024

The vaccine passport is a digital certificate proving an individual has been fully vaccinated against Covid (14 days after the second dose), or confirmed as recovered from Covid (with antibodies within the following six months). It also records negative test results and is usually stored as a QR code.

The Covid-19 green and yellow cards are displayed as QR codes

This card allows individuals to participate in public activities, use transportation services, and attend large gatherings, aiding the government in controlling the pandemic and returning life to a ‘new normal’.

1 Who is eligible for the Covid-19 green and yellow cards?

According to the draft by the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee, the green and yellow cards are issued based on an electronic database, indicating that an individual meets one of the mandatory requirements:

Requirements for the Green Card

Individuals who have received two doses and are past the 14-day mark will be granted a green card

Fully vaccinated individuals (with AstraZeneca, Pfizer, Moderna, Sinopharm, or Sputnik V vaccines…) who are past the 14-day mark after the second dose.
Individuals who have received a single-dose vaccine (such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen…) and are 14 days past their vaccination date.
Recovered Covid patients (F0) who have completed their quarantine period and are within 180 days of recovery.
Self-isolated and recovered F0 cases must provide proof of antibodies through testing.

Requirements for the Yellow Card

Individuals who have received a single dose and are past the 14-day mark will be granted a yellow card

Partially vaccinated individuals who have received one dose of a two-dose vaccine (AstraZeneca, Pfizer, Moderna, Sinopharm, or Sputnik V) and are 14 days past their first dose.
Individuals with regular negative test results (every 3 days)

2 How are the Green and Yellow Cards used?

The green and yellow cards are displayed as QR codes. Individuals need to use a smartphone application to perform tasks such as: generating a QR code for travel, accessing public places, attending work, making health declarations, registering for vaccination or testing, and checking in at various locations.

The QR code will automatically display a color corresponding to the individual’s epidemiological status and vaccination history. If an individual does not own a smartphone, they will receive a code via text message or have their QR code printed by a government agency.

To ensure a safe transition to the ‘new normal’ and prevent the spread of the pandemic, each individual must take responsibility for protecting themselves and the community by wearing a face mask in public places.

Frequently asked questions

Individuals who have recovered from COVID-19 or have been vaccinated with a basic dose or a booster dose for more than 14 days and less than 12 months are eligible for a Green Card.

A Yellow Card is for individuals who have been in close contact with COVID-19 patients or returned from pandemic areas but tested negative, and for those who have been vaccinated with the basic dose for less than 14 days or have received the booster dose within the last 12 months.

The Green Card is valid for 6 months from the date of recovery or the last dose of vaccination.

The Yellow Card is valid for 14 days from the date of the negative test result or the date of the last close contact with a COVID-19 patient.

The Green and Yellow Cards are applicable across Vietnam and are required for participating in socio-economic activities, going to public places, and using public transportation.

If your health status changes, you should update your information on the PC-COVID application or the website of the Ministry of Health. Your card color may change accordingly, and you should follow the instructions associated with your new card status.