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What Can Green Card and Covid-19 Yellow Card Holders Do and Where Can They Go?

"What Can Green Card and Yellow Card Holders Do and Where Can They Go? This is a question on many people's minds, and we're here to provide some clarity. Join us as we delve into the details and uncover the answers you seek."

Administrator

20 July, 2024

Ho Chi Minh City will issue a green or yellow card to recovered F0 cases within six months of vaccination (one or two doses) to facilitate community engagement and social activities.

The green and yellow cards serve as a pass for COVID-19 recovered individuals

The Health Department has proposed a green and yellow card system, which the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee will approve and implement after September 15. These cards act as a pass, enabling individuals to resume their daily lives and engage in ‘normalized’ activities. So, what privileges do these cards offer, and where can cardholders go? Let’s find out!

1 Privileges and Mobility for Green and Yellow Cardholders

What privileges do green and yellow cardholders have, and where can they go?

According to the Ho Chi Minh City Health Department’s operational model, green and yellow cardholders will be allowed to move within specific scopes and adhere to the city’s directives.

For cities implementing Directive 15

Fully vaccinated (two doses) individuals under 65 without underlying conditions who have recovered from COVID-19: Allowed to participate in outdoor and indoor public activities, attend school and work, and travel for business or leisure within the province, across provinces, and internationally.

Fully vaccinated (two doses) individuals aged 65 and above with underlying conditions or a history of immune deficiency; or partially vaccinated (one dose) individuals who have recovered from COVID-19: Allowed to participate in outdoor public activities, attend school and work with limited social interaction, and travel domestically for business or leisure while strictly adhering to the 5K message and maintaining a minimum distance of 2 meters during direct contact.

For cities implementing Directive 16

Fully vaccinated (two doses) individuals under 65 without underlying conditions who have recovered from COVID-19: Allowed to participate in public activities at places like supermarkets, hospitals, and clinics, attend school and work, and travel domestically for business or leisure.

Fully vaccinated (two doses) individuals aged 65 and above with underlying conditions or a history of immune deficiency; or partially vaccinated (one dose) individuals who have recovered from COVID-19: Limited participation in public activities. Allowed to attend school and work with restricted social interaction, adhering to the 5K message and maintaining a safe distance during direct contact.

Infographic: Green and Yellow Card System in Ho Chi Minh City

Frequently asked questions

Green Card and COVID-19 Yellow Card holders are allowed to enter and exit Vietnam without a visa, and are exempt from COVID-19 testing and health declaration requirements upon entry. They are also permitted to stay in Vietnam for up to two years without having to extend their stay.

The Green Card offers several advantages, including the ability to enter and exit Vietnam multiple times without a visa, exemption from work permit requirements, and the ability to sponsor family members for their own Green Cards. Green Card holders also have the right to purchase land and own property in Vietnam.

The COVID-19 Yellow Card provides similar benefits to the Green Card, including visa-free entry and exit from Vietnam, exemption from COVID-19 testing and health declarations upon entry, and the ability to stay in the country for up to two years. Additionally, Yellow Card holders are eligible for the same healthcare services as Vietnamese citizens and can access public schools and universities.

Green Card and Yellow Card holders enjoy a high degree of freedom in Vietnam and are permitted to work, study, and live without many of the restrictions that apply to other foreign nationals. However, they must still abide by Vietnamese laws and regulations, and certain sensitive areas and activities may be restricted.

Yes, Green Card and Yellow Card holders are allowed to travel throughout Vietnam without any restrictions. They are free to visit popular tourist destinations, explore different regions, and experience the diverse culture and natural beauty that the country has to offer.