Safety and security Advice for Going to Vietnam

Safety and Security Political Situation Safety and Security Advice For Going To Vietnam CRIME Vietnam has a single party political system, which does not welcome dissent. Internal conflict is rare, although there are occasional violent clashes between protestors and police. CRIME Most visits to Vietnam are trouble free but you should take sensible precautions to protect yourself and your belongings. Petty crime occurs among crowds and in the mnain tourist and shopping areas. Consular Assistance TRAVEL LIKE A LOCAL Local Travel Travel is restricted near military installations and some areas of Vietnam are fairly inaccessible. Don't stray off main routes in rural areas and check with your tour operator before setting off Providing prompt consular assistance is difficult outside Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City because of poorly developed infrastructure. Some places are a flight away with only 1 daily flight. Vietnam Road Travel You will need to get a Vietnamese driving licence to drive a car or motorcycle from the Hanoi Department of Public Works and Transportation Sea Travel Consider safety standards carefully before taking an overnight boat trip on Halong Bay as boats can sink quickly and without warning. Designed & Issued In Public Interest By: vietnamvisa.govt.vn