Vietnam approves a list of countries applicable for e-visa

From the beginning of July, residents from a number of countries worldwide will be allowed to enter Vietnam using e-visas. The Government also revealed a list of border gates and airports that will accept electronic entry.

Foreigners stuck in country due to COVID-19 can stay until June 30

Foreigners entering the country under visa waiver programs, e-visas or tourism visas after March 1 will be automatically given stay permit extension until June 30 free of charge.

NA approves the development plan for next year, targeting 6.8 percent GDP growth

The 14th National Assembly on November 11 adopted the Resolution on the socio-economic development plan for 2020, striving for 6.8 percent GDP growth rate and higher national competitiveness.

How to patch the hole in management of foreigners in Vietnam?

Local media last month reported that nearly 400 Chinese nationals were detained after a police raid on July 27 on a gambling den in Our City urban center in the northern city of Haiphong.

Draft law facilitates visa issuance for foreigners

Foreign tourists who choose Phu Quoc island, Kien Giang province, as their only destination in Vietnam may stay in the island for at most 30 days without having to apply for a visa to enter the country.

Official Gazette issues Nos 20-22/2019, issued on June 10, 2019

Electronic visa scheme extended

The pilot program on issuance of electronic visas to foreigners will be extended for two more years, starting from February 1, 2019.

National Assembly elects Party chief as President

National Assembly deputies on October 23 elected Nguyen Phu Trong, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, as the President for the 2016-21 tenure during the month-long sixth session which opened on October 20 in Hanoi.

Lawmakers approve continued pilot e-visa issuance for foreigners

The National Assembly Standing Committee has decided to extend the pilot e-visa program for foreign visitors to Vietnam by another two years during its 28th session on October 15-17 in Hanoi.

Official Gazette issues Nos 9-12 October 2017, coming out on January 17, 2018