NOTICE

Warning Against Fraudulent Websites and Social Media Accounts Impersonating the Embassy of Viet Nam in Japan

The Embassy of Viet Nam in Japan has recently become aware of numerous fraudulent websites, Facebook pages, and social media accounts impersonating the Embassy or its staff, particularly in online groups within the Vietnamese community in Japan. These websites and accounts may cause confusion and expose individuals to potential fraud.

The Embassy wishes to provide the following clarification:

1. The Embassy has only one official website and one official Facebook page, as follows:

• Official website: https://vnembassy-jp.org
• Official Facebook page: Viet Nam Embassy in Japan

https://www.facebook.com/VietNamEmbassyinJapan/

Any other websites or social media accounts claiming to represent the Embassy are not official channels of the Embassy.

2. Social media accounts belonging to Embassy staff are personal accounts and do not serve as official channels of communication. These accounts are not used to receive or process applications, provide official services, or handle other matters within the Embassy's responsibilities.

3. The Embassy advises individuals and organizations to verify the authenticity of information sources and exercise caution, particularly when encountering suspicious websites or social media accounts requesting personal information or money transfers.

Anyone who comes across a suspected fraudulent website or social media account is encouraged to notify the Embassy and report it to the relevant platform.

The Embassy encourages continued vigilance and the sharing of this information to help prevent fraud.

Embassy of Viet Nam in Japan