{"id":23373,"date":"2023-05-07T22:02:31","date_gmt":"2023-05-08T03:02:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/abroader.org\/?p=23373"},"modified":"2023-05-12T03:50:14","modified_gmt":"2023-05-12T08:50:14","slug":"vietnams-new-visa-policy-proposing-extended-stay-and-e-visa-validity-for-tourists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/abroader.org\/vietnams-new-visa-policy-proposing-extended-stay-and-e-visa-validity-for-tourists\/","title":{"rendered":"Vietnam’s New Visa Policy: Proposing Extended Stay and E-Visa Validity for Tourists"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Vietnam has been one of the popular destinations for travelers across the world, thanks to its rich history, culture, and scenic landscapes. In recent years, the Vietnamese government has taken several steps to boost tourism in the country. As part of these efforts, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has proposed new visa policy to extend the visa-free stay for visitors to 30 days and the e-visa validity to 90 days. We will delve deeper into this proposal and its potential impact on tourism in Vietnam.<\/p>\n\n\n

\n
\"\"
Proposing Extended Stay and E-Visa Validity for Tourists<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

What is the current visa policy in Vietnam?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Currently, visitors from certain countries, including the UK, can enter Vietnam for up to 15 days without a visa. For stays longer than 15 days, visitors are required to obtain a visa. Vietnam offers different types of visas, including tourist, business, and transit visas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the proposed visa policy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has proposed extending the visa-free stay for visitors from certain countries to 30 days. Additionally, the government has submitted a proposal to the National Assembly (NA) to extend the duration of stays for foreigners. People who enter Vietnam on e-visas might be able to stay in Vietnam for up to 90 days, three times longer than the current 30 days <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vietnam’s revised immigration law to extend visa-free stay for visitors and e-visas for select countries. Electronic single-entry visas currently available for citizens of 80 countries through Vietnam’s National Web Portal on Immigration. Vietnam’s government to carefully select countries and territories for e-visas and authorized border crossings, prioritizing national defense and security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What benefits of the proposed visa policy affect the Vietnamese tourism industry?<\/h2>\n\n\n
\n
\"\"
Vietnam’s Proposed Visa Policy: Making Travel More Affordable for Visitors<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

The proposed visa policy in Vietnam has several benefits for visitors and the tourism industry in the country. This increase in visitors is likely to result in a boost to the local economy and job opportunities in the tourism sector. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Extended visa-free stay in Vietnam aims to boost tourism revenue and job creation amidst COVID-19 restrictions lift. The relaxed policies are aimed at attracting foreign tourists to Vietnam, contributing to the growth of the economy and the industry in the face of intense regional competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Compared to other countries in the region, Vietnam’s previous visa policy was less convenient and less attractive to visitors. One of the most significant benefits is that it will likely strengthen to make Vietnam more competitive in the tourism industry. The extended visa-free stay and e-visa validity period will also benefit visitors by reducing the costs associated with visa applications. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Vietnamese government has recently proposed a new visa policy aimed at reducing costs and simplifying procedures for foreign visitors. This, in turn, would generate more revenue for the tourism industry and create more job opportunities for locals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don’t wait until it’s too late! Apply now and let’s make some unforgettable memories together!<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t