# Ho Chi Minh City traffic and sidewalk enforcement

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ho-chi-minh-city-traffic-and-sidewalk-enforcement
> Updated: 2026-10-27T11:36:00.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have identified and addressed several public order and safety issues related to sidewalk encroachment and traffic violations. Initially, police reported significant congestion and safety risks near 62 schools, where street vendors and parent parking forced students to walk in heavy traffic. Recommendations included establishing designated parking areas and on-campus canteens to reduce sidewalk obstruction.

Following these concerns, enforcement efforts expanded to include crackdowns on alcohol-related driving violations and illegal sidewalk riding. In a 10-day period in October, police processed over 5,200 alcohol-related violations, seizing numerous vehicles and revoking licenses. Additionally, police intensified monitoring of motorcyclists riding on sidewalks in high-density areas, utilizing video recordings to issue fines to ensure pedestrian safety.

Enforcement has recently intensified through the application of Decree 168. In Ho Chi Minh City, the Hang Xanh Traffic Police Team identified 163 instances of motorcycles driving on sidewalks along Nguyen Oanh Street in Go Vap District. Under Decree 168/2024, such violations can result in fines between 4 and 6 million VND and the deduction of two driver's license points. Similar enforcement of Decree 168 regarding speeding and other violations has been reported in other provinces, including Bac Ninh and Hung Yen.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-27: Vietnam traffic police issue fines for speeding and sidewalk violations

Vietnamese traffic police are cracking down on speeding and sidewalk driving in Bac Ninh, Hung Yen, and Ho Chi Minh City, issuing significant fines and license point deductions under Decree 168.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ho-chi-minh-city-police-crack-down-on-alcohol-violations-and-sidewalk-riding

### 2026-09-30: Ho Chi Minh City police address school zone sidewalk encroachment

Ho Chi Minh City police report that sidewalk encroachment by vendors and parents at school gates is forcing students to walk in traffic, increasing accident risks during peak hours.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ho-chi-minh-city-police-address-school-zone-sidewalk-encroachment

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