With the year nearly two months old, it’s time to put together a page devoted to the Vietnam 2026 stamp program.  Vietnam’s program is fun for a couple of reasons. The hunt for historical details coupled with Vietnamese artists means I look forward to leaping into the season every year. That may explain why it sometimes takes so long to post about Vietnam, I tend to jump about with wild abandon into stories, histories and bios from Vietnam.

This year will be different! I will get the posts up quicker. I will … oh who am I fooling? I’ll continue to grab a long shot of espresso, load it up with cardamom and just linger over Vietnam’s history and culture and make you wait while I indulge.  

Three designers are standouts, Nguyễn Quang Vinh, who has designed the last few Lunar New Year stamps and Nguyễn Du, Tô Minh Trang and Lê Khánh. The last three were involved in creating one of the best stamp series, worldwide, the short lived Vietnamese folk tales. I’d love to see them return.  

Just look at the colours used in this set. It’s gorgeous! A story told in a 4 small panels. I especially love the use of pinks to make the series pop. This was Nguyễn Du’s 2022 retelling of a classic Vietnamese folk tale – the Star Fruit Tree. It ranks as one of my top 10 favourite stamps. You simply can’t get better. I secretly (well, not so secretly now) covet a signed set by the designer. 

What can we expect? It’s a mystery! I can usually find a listing of the upcoming program, but this year, I’ve come up empty handed. Guess we’ll have to wait and enjoy the surprises along with you.

Tết Nguyên Đán năm my friends.

Catpaw

January

Welcoming the 14th National Congress of the Party

1 stamp, cancel, maxi card, FDC (Couldn’t get a scan of the cover and card)

The 14th Congress took place from January 19, 2026 to January 25, 2026

Designer: Nguyễn Du

Release date: January 14, 2026

Celebrating the 120th Anniversary of the Birth of Prime Minister Pham Van Dong (1906-2026)

1 stamp, FDC, cancel
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revolutionary, diplomat and statesman

 He served as the first Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam from 1976 (from 1981 called Chairman of the Council of Ministers) until his retirement in 1987. Prior to that, he served as Prime Minister of the Government of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam from 1955 to 1976. During his time in office, he contributed to leading the country through the periods of resistance and post-war construction.Celebrating the 120th anniversary of the birth of Prime Minister Pham Van Dong (1906-2026)

Prime Minister Pham Van Dong – A shining example of dedication and service to the Fatherland. 

Designer: Nguyễn Du

Release date: March 31, 2026