The Embassy of India in Vietnam has issued an advisory for Indian nationals travelling to the country, urging caution over two key concerns — visa rules for Phu Quoc Island and risks associated with the loss of passports during travel. Advisory issued for Indian nationals travelling to Vietnam. (Representational image) (Pexels) Phu Quoc Island has emerged as a popular destination due to its visa-free entry policy for certain foreign nationals, including Indians. However, the Embassy cautioned that the exemption comes with strict limitations. According to the advisory, visa-free access is restricted to Phu Quoc Island and does not permit entry into mainland Vietnam. This means Indian travellers cannot visit cities such as Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi without a valid Vietnamese visa. The Embassy warned that complications may arise in unforeseen situations. Travellers may be required to leave the island due to medical emergencies, flight disruptions or other urgent reasons. In such cases, those without a valid visa for mainland Vietnam could face significant challenges. These may include delays in accessing medical care, restrictions …