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In current pandemic period, most countries tighten their entry. The previous immigration and visa application procedures have changed a lot, making it difficult for visitors to find out and plan their trip. In this article, we will present about changes of Vietnam immigration procedures and how to apply for tourist visa to Vietnam 2021.
Many countries are currently temporarily suspending tourists to control the epidemic. So, what about Vietnam? Is Vietnam currently open to foreign tourists? And how to apply for a tourist visa to enter Vietnam?
Since March 2020, due to the complicated spreading of the pandemic, Vietnam government has stopped issuing all types of visas to foreign visitors. Even those who have previously had a visa, temporary residence card, visa exemption card, etc. are not allowed to enter.
Since the end of 2020, Vietnam government has reopened visas for foreign visitors, but only granted business visas to those entering for working/business purposes. So far, this is still the only visa that can be applied during the pandemic.
Currently tourist visa is still suspended. Foreign tourists who want to travel to Vietnam have to wait until Vietnam government reopens their tourism to apply tourist visa.
When will Vietnam re-issue tourist visas for foreign tourists?
Opening the borders and issuing tourist visa are completely dependent on the pandemic in the world. Currently, the pandemic situation is still complicated, so there is no sign that Vietnam government will re-issue tourist visa.
Vietnam government has not yet announced any re-issuance of tourist visas and opening to international visitors. According to the current pandemic situation, it is likely that tourist visas will remain closed until the end of 2021. For those wishing to enter Vietnam, the best option now is still business visas.
Vietnam government is currently encouraging businesses to invite foreign experts, investors, directors, entrepreneurs, high-tech workers to enter Vietnam for economic development. In order to enter, businessmen need to apply for a visa under the guarantee of company.
Business visa entering Vietnam during the Covid-19 period is valid for 3 months and is used for only one entry. After entering, the businessmen can apply for another 3 months extension depending on the work needs.
Businessmen need to contact companies in Vietnam to sponsor themselves. This company will sign the relevant documents to apply entry visa for foreigners. Particularly for applicants, they only need to provide a photocopy of the passport and business license of the sponsor company.
Processing time of business visas is quite long, from 30-40 days. Therefore, those who intend to enter Vietnam need to plan early.
Currently we are providing services for visa application and entry to Vietnam in full package. We can help you with applying for “entry permits”, “visa approval letter”, booking a quarantine hotel, booking airport shuttle, registering for isolation according to the regulations of the Immigration Department. These procedures are quite complicated for individuals and companies because it is very different from the previous process. We’ll give you free advice so you can get a detailed look at all the procedures relevant to your case, and provide fast, quality service to enter Vietnam successfully with the simplest procedure. Please contact us via email info@vietnam-evisa.com to get detailed advice about your case.
