The entry steps we read
| Step | What the sources say | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Number of animals | up to two pets per foreign traveller | do not exceed two |
| Health certificate | issued by the vet authority of the departure country, valid 7 to 10 days before departure | plan for 7 days |
| Rabies vaccine | at least 30 days and at most 12 months before entry; multi-year vaccines are not recognised according to one source | annual vaccine, up-to-date record |
| Microchip | number noted on the certificates; requested by airlines | ISO-standard chip |
| Registration | quarantine request to the DAH before departure, processed in 5 working days | file the dossier on the single-window portal |
| Arrival | report to the airport border veterinary service; quarantine possible for up to 45 days, at your expense | budget for it |
Sources disagree on quarantine (none for a complete file according to some, 30 to 45 days according to others) and on certain restricted breeds. This page is not veterinary advice: ask your vet and confirm with the DAH and the airline before buying tickets.
Hotels that accept pets
- Signature by M Village Hanoi Old Quarter: 2 pets up to 10 kg, 250,000 dong per pet per night, never alone in the room (listing read on 30 October 2026). Limit: small animals only.
- Westlake Pearl Suites & Spa and Oakwood Residence Hanoi, in the Tay Ho district: highlighted on a Booking.com page for pets. Limit: conditions to ask for.
- Hanoi Backpackers Hostel: dogs of any size with no extra fee according to a single listing. Limit: listing not cross-checked.
- Tay Ho is cited as the most dog-friendly district: see hotels near West Lake and Tay Ho and West Lake.
Write to the hotel before booking: size, extra fee, access to floors.
Getting around with a pet
We found no written rule on animals in Grab, taxis or buses in Hanoi: ask the driver before getting in, or take a private transfer booked in advance (see from the airport to central Hanoi). For walks, Old Quarter streets are narrow and very crowded.
FAQ
Can you bring a dog into Vietnam?
Yes, with a complete veterinary file and registration with the DAH. Quarantine may be imposed, up to 45 days according to one article.
Which Hanoi hotels accept dogs?
Listings name Signature by M Village (up to 10 kg) and addresses in Tay Ho. Always confirm with the hotel.
Is quarantine compulsory?
Sources disagree. Ask the DAH and your airline before buying tickets.
Further reading
See also where to stay in Hanoi.
The Hanoi Authority editorial team, 30 October 2026.
