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Some regulations on carrying pregnant passengers on Vietnam Airlines flights
Passengers can select one of the following:
Service charges: No change.
Fare rate: Apply the regular passenger fares.
Pregnant passengers should consult their physicians before departure, especially if they have problems such as anemia, morning sickness, abnormalities, miscarriage risks, etc.
Please be informed that the pregnancy period of a pregnant passenger is calculated until the flight date.
1. Pregnancy period less than 32 weeks
Pregnant women under 32 weeks are accepted as normal passengers by Vietnam Airlines.
Required documents: Health records/pregnancy examination certificate, or any documentation indicating that the gestational age as well as the health of the mother and fetus are normal or that the health prerequisites for air travel have been met.
2. Pregnancy period between 32 and 36 weeks:
Pregnant passengers must get their health certificates before flying if they fall into the following categories:
Passengers are required to prepare one of the two sets of health confirmation records as follows:
3. Pregnancy period of 36 weeks or more
For passenger’s health and safety, Vietnam Airlines does not transport passengers who are 36 weeks or more pregnant, have an estimated time of birth within 07 days, or have given birth within 07 days.
Notes:
MEDIF II form, pregnancy records/pregnancy test certificate/ultrasound results should show the conclusions by specialists in health facilities accepted by Vietnam Airlines.
Some countries place certain limitations on the entry of non-national pregnant women. Therefore, passengers should be aware of the following requirements before boarding a flight:
Pregnant passengers should have health clearance ready 7 days before the scheduled departure date of the first flight. The medical clearance is valid for the next sector provided that there is no complication during the journey and the pregnant passenger fulfills the requirement of traveling within 36 weeks on the day of commencement.
When checking in for a flight, pregnant passengers should carry their flight tickets, travel documents, and medical clearance.
Some countries place certain limitations on the entry of non-national pregnant women. It is advisable to review the entry country's specific requirements before the flight.
When travelling with Vietnam Airlines, pregnant passengers are advised to select their seats in advance for a convenient and comfortable journey.
Register for the Special Meal service if you are a passenger who needs special in-flight meals due to medical orders, dietary restrictions, food preferences, religious meals, etc.
Vietnam Airlines offers a wide range of in-flight entertainment options to its passengers, such as publications, online magazines, movies, amusement shows, music, wireless entertainment, etc.
Passengers are required to have adequate travel documents for all flights on all concerned airlines and to abide by national laws and regulations. Vietnam Airlines does not take responsible if passengers are denied entry into any country.
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