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Thats me Gee

I am hiv positive and want to fly to vietnam to work as a teacher. I am hesistant because of the health certificate. Is there any information about if hiv test is mandatory? Thank you.

Aidan in HCMC

I am hiv positive and want to fly to vietnam to work as a teacher. I am hesistant because of the health certificate. Is there any information about if hiv test is mandatory? Thank you.
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