You may enter Vietnam without a visa if you (1) are a citizen of a country covered by a bilateral/multilateral visa-waiver treaty with Vietnam, (2) hold a valid Vietnam residence card (temporary or permanent), (3) enter designated border-gate economic/special administrative–economic zones that grant waivers, (4) are covered by Vietnam’s unilateral visa exemption (Article 13), or…
Entering Vietnam requires compliance with the Immigration Law to ensure national security, order, and the lawful rights of travelers. Article 34 clearly defines the conditions for entry that every Vietnamese citizen and foreign traveler must observe. 📌 Conditions for Entry into Vietnam To legally enter Vietnam, the following conditions must be met: Valid Immigration Papers…
The issuance of ordinary passports in Vietnam is governed by the Immigration Law, ensuring that citizens can travel abroad legally while safeguarding national security and order. 📌 Conditions for Issuance Vietnamese citizens are eligible to apply for ordinary passports directly within the country if they: Submit the required application forms and documents. Provide valid personal…
The Ministry of Public Security (MPS) plays a central role in managing Vietnam’s immigration system. Under Article 45 of the Law on Exit and Entry of Vietnamese Citizens, the MPS is tasked with overseeing passport issuance, maintaining national immigration databases, and ensuring national security in all matters related to entry and exit. ✅ Key Responsibilities…
The Law on Entry, Exit, Transit, and Residence of Foreigners in Vietnam (Law No. 47/2014/QH13) was approved by the National Assembly on June 16, 2014 and has been in effect since January 1, 2015. This law serves as the legal foundation for foreign citizens visiting, working, or residing in Vietnam. It regulates everything from visa…
Under the Law on Exit and Entry of Vietnamese Citizens, the Government Cipher Committee plays a crucial role in ensuring the security and management of immigration papers, especially passports with electronic chips. ✅ Responsibilities of the Government Cipher Committee The Committee is tasked with: Providing official digital signature authentication services for the issuance and management…
Vietnam may allow visa-free entry for short stays to citizens of designated countries under a unilateral visa exemption. Eligibility, length of stay (often 15–45 days), and conditions are set by the Vietnamese Government and can change. Always verify the current list, your passport validity, and entry rules before you fly. Who this helps (and the…