Vietnam prepares to pilot e-visa

Electronic visas are issued through an electronic transaction system, are valid for a single entry, and are valid for a maximum of 30 days. Fees are paid through a bank account.

This pilot project has just been approved by the National Assembly with a high number of votes in favor.implemented within 2 years, from February 1, 2017.

Foreigners granted electronic visas must have a passport and not be in the cases of not being allowed to enter as prescribed in Article 21 of the Law on Entry, Exit, Transit and Residence of Foreigners in Vietnam.

The electronic visa fee is paid via bank transfer to make the financial information public and transparent, making it easier for tourists to track and limit intermediary costs. This fee is non-refundable in case the visa is not granted.

Foreigners granted electronic visas, after entering Vietnam, if they request a new visa, the immigration authority will consider and resolve it according to regulations.

Foreign tourists to Vietnam. Photo: Jet Setting Birds.

Issuing electronic visas is a breakthrough step that helps reduce hassle for tourists in the visa application process, and is considered by experts to be a factor attracting foreign tourists to Vietnam.

Previously, the representativeThe General Department of Tourism said it will widely disseminate information about electronic visa issuance to Vietnam's international tourist markets as quickly as possible. Specifically, the General Department of Tourism will announce on its website, social networks, and notify embassies of countries in Vietnam and international travel companies bringing tourists to Vietnam.

According to VNE