From September 15, 2026, the penalties for lodging facilities that do not report residency will be adjusted, with the maximum fine set at 12 million VND. This change is outlined in Decree 347/2026/ND-CP, which amends the penalties for violations related to residency registration and management.

The decree specifies that various types of lodging businesses, including collective housing, healthcare facilities, and tourist accommodations, must report residency for their guests. Failure to do so will result in fines based on the number of unreported guests. Specifically, fines will range from 2 to 4 million VND for 1 to 3 unreported guests, 4 to 8 million VND for 4 to 8 guests, and 8 to 12 million VND for 9 or more guests.

Additionally, the decree imposes fines ranging from 500,000 to 1 million VND on government agencies or officials who fail to register a lost or damaged seal registration certificate within two working days of discovery.

Moreover, Decree 347/2026/ND-CP also abolishes certain administrative penalties related to security and order. This includes the prohibition of providing paintball services to individuals under 18, failing to arrange medical personnel at paintball venues, and the illegal sale of priority vehicle signal devices.

Furthermore, the decree removes penalties for the production, import, and sale of signaling devices that exceed sound and light standards, as well as for using force or threats to collect debts.

These new regulations will take effect on September 15, 2026, as part of the government's efforts to enhance residency management and ensure compliance among lodging facilities.