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Vietnam military recruitment and service regulations

Overview

Vietnam has initiated preparations for the 2027 military recruitment season, with local authorities in regions such as Mu Cang Chai and Hue City implementing selection procedures. Officials in these areas are focusing on quality and compliance during the calling of citizens for service.

Concurrently, the Vietnamese Ministry of Defense issued Circular 173/2026/TT-BQP, which became effective on October 28, 2026. This regulation introduces updated standards for health examinations, recruitment eligibility, and discharge procedures. Under the new rules, citizens in health categories 1, 2, or 3 are eligible for recruitment. The circular also mandates a re-examination of new soldiers within 10 days of arrival to ensure they meet political, moral, and health standards. Furthermore, the regulation establishes specific requirements for discharged personnel, including a 15 day window to register for reserve service.

Entities

Vietnam · Hue City · Ministry of Defense · Mù Cang Chải

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Vietnam Ministry of Defense issues new military service regulations

    Vietnam's Ministry of Defense has announced new military service regulations effective October 2026, covering recruitment quotas, health examinations, and reserve service registration.

  2. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Vietnam begins military recruitment preparations for 2027

    Authorities in Mu Cang Chai and Hue City are implementing early, strict procedures for the 2027 military recruitment season.

Sources

giadinh.suckhoedoisong.vn · thanhnien.vn