Vietnam’s Golden Visa Ambition to 23-Million Tourist Target
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More Chinese tourists are now choosing Vietnam over Thailand. Smart visa policies could help keep it that way. The easier it is to get in, the more likely travelers, and their wallets, will follow.
As Vietnam ramps up efforts to meet its ambitious target of 23 million foreign visitors this year, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has issued a directive to propose more convenient and flexible visa policies.
The recommendations range from short-term exemption and improved approval procedures to specific preferential policies for researchers, artists, athletes, experts, scientists, investors and billionaires.
The prime minister called on the ministries of public security, national defense, foreign affairs, and culture, sports, and tourism to consider offering special visa incentives.
The push comes as the country’s Tourism Advisory Board (TAB) urged the government to roll out a long-term “golden visa” program that would allow foreign nationals to stay in Vietnam for up to 10 years. Countries like Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia have already implemented long-stay visa policies.
What Does the Proposal Include?
