Key Points
- Vietnam approved changes to its e-visa and visa exemption policies that will go into effect on 15 August 2023
Overview
The government of Vietnam approved changes to its e-visa and visa exemption policies. These changes include:
- A maximum stay of three months and multiple re-entries will now be permitted under e-visas. Previously, e-visas were issued for a maximum period of 30 days and only permitted single entry into the country.
- The maximum period of stay for visa-exempt foreign nationals will be extended from 14 days to 45 days for passport holders of the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy Spain, Sweden, Russia, Finland, Denmark, Japan and South Korea.
These measures will go into effect on 15 August 2023.
What are the Changes?
The government of Vietnam approved changes to its e-visa and visa exemption policies that will go into effect on 15 August 2023. According to the government, these changes will help to attract more short-term travelers to the country.
Looking Ahead
Continue to check the government of Vietnam’s website and Envoy’s website for the latest updates and information.
Content in this publication is for informational purposes only and not intended as legal advice, nor should it be relied on as such. For additional information on the issues discussed, consult an attorney at one of the two U.S. Law Firms working with the Envoy Platform or another qualified professional. On non-U.S. immigration issues, consult an Envoy global immigration service provider or another qualified representative.
