Vietnamese public holidays

Vietnam has five major public holidays each year, occurring in January, February, April, May, and September. These include New Year’s Day (January 1), the Lunar New Year holiday (late January or early February), Hung King Festival (around April), Reunification Day (April 30), International Labour Day (May 1), and the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (September 2).

How long are the Vietnamese public holidays typically?

The length varies by each holiday, especially if it falls right before or after a weekend.

New Year’s Day (January 1): 1 day;
Lunar New Year (differs by year, often in late January or early February): 5-7 days;
Hung King Festival (differs by year, often in early or mid April): 1-3 days;
Reunification Day and International Labour Day (April 30 and May 1): 2-4 days;
National Day (September 2): 1-2 days.

Is the Vietnam Immigration Department closed during the public holidays?

Yes, the Vietnam Immigration Department, as well as other public institutions such as schools, public service offices, banks, and government offices, are officially closed.
The immigration offices at the airport are still operating on the public holiday to monitor the immigration process, give the entry and exit stamps in travellers’ passports, verify security information, and assist passengers with immigration procedures.