Society

EuroCham proposes including 27 EU countries into Vietnam’s visa exemption list

The European Chamber of Commerce (EuroCham) in Vietnam announced on July 17 that it had proposed the expansion of Vietnam's visitor visa exemption list to encompass all 27 EU member countries.
EuroCham proposes including 27 EU countries into Vietnam’s visa exemption list ảnh 1Illustrative image (Photo: VNA)

HCM City (VNA) – The European Chamber of Commerce (EuroCham) in Vietnam announced on July 17 that it had proposedthe expansion of Vietnam's visitor visa exemption list to encompass all 27 EUmember countries.

At present, the visa exemption list includes only seven EUmember countries, namely Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Denmark, Sweden, andFinland.

EuroCham commended the recent efforts undertaken by the Vietnamese Governmentto streamline its visa system, including the extension of e-visa validity to a90-day period, enabling multiple entries and exits starting from August 15.

It also hailed the extension of the temporary stay period for citizensfrom countries exempt from visas by Vietnam to 45 days.

"This expansion will bring in a large number oftravelers from the EU market, which has a population of over 500 million. Byremoving barriers for high-income international travelers to visit Vietnam, EuroChamand Vietnam will undoubtedly unlock amazing opportunities for the country'seconomy after a difficult few years," said EuroCham Vietnam Chairman Gabor Fluit.

EuroCham proposes including 27 EU countries into Vietnam’s visa exemption list ảnh 2Illustrative image (Photo: hanoimoi.com.vn)


The latest reportfrom Google Destination Insights, a tourism data analysis tool, indicated thatVietnam holds great potential as a sought-after tourist destination and ranksamong the top seven most searched travel destinations. Vietnam's attractiveness asan investment destination for foreign direct investment (FDI) is quite evident.the Business Climate Index (BCI) for Q2/2023, published by EuroCham andconducted by Decision Lab, revealed that despite current challenges, 48% ofrespondents express optimism about the increase in FDI capital for theircompanies in Vietnam in the coming quarter.

Vietnam alsomaintains its position as one of the top five investment destinations for overone third of businesses, further affirming its sustainable attractiveness andreputation. The continuous reduction of import tariffs facilitated by theEU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), combined with efforts to addressobstacles in administrative procedures as highlighted by BCI surveyparticipants, will further improve Vietnam's investment prospects over time./.

VNA
#European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam #EuroCham #Vietnamplus #Vietnam News Agency #Vietnamese Government #Google Destination Insights Vietnam European Union
Follow VietnamPlus

Related News

NA Chairman works with EU-ABC, EuroCham delegation

NA Chairman works with EU-ABC, EuroCham delegation

Chairman of the National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue had a working session with a delegation of the EU-ASEAN Business Council (EU-ABC) and the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham), with representatives from nearly 50 businesses and groups, in Hanoi on February 14.
EuroCham launches 2022-2023 Whitebook

EuroCham launches 2022-2023 Whitebook

The European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham) on February 16 launched its 2022-2023 Whitebook, with the theme “Working Toward a Green Economy and Sustainable Development”.
Vietnam remains favourite investment destination for European firms: Report

Vietnam remains favourite investment destination for European firms: Report

Precisely 36% of European firms ranked Vietnam either first, within their top three, or among their top five investment destinations on a global scale, according to the latest Business Climate Index (BCI) report released by the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham) and produced by Decision Lab on April 11.
Foreign firms expect better business in Q3: EuroCham

Foreign firms expect better business in Q3: EuroCham

The European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham) on July 10 announced its Business Confidence Index (BCI) for Vietnam in the second quarter of 2023, showing a 9% increase in the number of business leaders who positively assess their business prospects for the third quarter of 2023 compared to their assessment for the second quarter.

See more

The individuals involved in the case (Photo: the Ministry of Public Security's official website)

Five charged in FTXF cryptocurrency fraud case in Hanoi

Investigators found that since 2021, a group led by Tran Nam Chung, born 1986, residing in Ha Dong ward, Hanoi, had exploited their knowledge of digital currency and crypto assets to raise funds from the public by promoting investment in the FTXF token.

The installation of AI-powered camera systems on city streets are expected to enhance public awareness and compliance with traffic regulations. (Photo: VNA)

Ho Chi Minh City detects over 84,500 traffic violations through camera system

The Traffic Police Division (PC08) under the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Public Security, the unit currently manages and operates nearly 2,000 traffic surveillance cameras installed along key streets and major routes, including National Highway 1, which runs through Ho Chi Minh City from the border with Dong Nai province to the area adjacent to Tay Ninh province.

Students offer incense in memory of the 504 innocent civilians killed in the Son My Massacre 58 years ago. (Photo: VNA)

Quang Ngai marks 58th anniversary of Son My massacre

Today, the site where the massacre occurred has been preserved as a national historical relic, keeping evidence of the war crime. It has also become a destination of particular interest for both domestic and international visitors travelling to Quang Ngai.

A voter under treatment at the Ho Chi Minh City Hospital of Dermato-Venereology drops her ballot into a mobile ballot box on March 15. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnamese in Laos value role of NA, all-level People’s Councils

Nguyen Thi Thu Huyen, Chief of the Office of the Vietnamese People Association in Vientiane, expressed her hope that deputies in the new tenure will continue to enhance their sense of responsibility, maintain close contact with voters and contribute to policymaking for fast and sustainable national development.

Poor patients under treatment at the Ninh Thuan General Hospital receive meals from the "Hieu va Thuong" charity kitchen. (Photo: VNA)

Charity kitchen lends a hand to feed needy patients

For nearly two decades, the charity kitchen “Hieu va Thuong” (Understanding and Compassion) at the Ninh Thuan General Hospital, Khanh Hoa province, has kept its fires burning daily, providing free meals for poor patients and their relatives.

A working delegation from the Fire Prevention, Fighting and Rescue Police Department under the Ministry of Public Security pays a visit to Bratislava from March 9–12. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam, Slovakia boost cooperation in firefighting and rescue

During the visit, the delegation led by Deputy Director of the department Colonel Hoang Ngoc Huynh worked with several Slovak institutions, including the command of the Fire and Rescue Force in Bratislava, an automobile installation and repair centre under the Ministry of Interior of Slovakia, and the Lest military training centre.