# Vietnam military recruitment and service regulations

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/vietnam-military-recruitment-and-service-regulations
> Updated: 2026-11-08T23:52:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

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.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-08: 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 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-ministry-of-defense-issues-new-military-service-regulations

### 2026-10-28: 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.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-begins-military-recruitment-preparations-for-2027

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