Despite recognising Vietnam’s progress in digital transformation, many foreigners living in the country believe that digitising individual services is only the first step. What they expect is a seamlessly connected digital ecosystem in which a single electronic identity allows users to access services and conduct transactions conveniently and securely.
Registering residence, applying for an electronic visa (e-Visa), obtaining an electronic identity account or completing administrative procedures online can now all be done conveniently in the digital environment. For many foreigners, these changes have made it easier to enter, live and work in Vietnam while also reflecting the initial results of implementing the Politburo's Resolution No. 57.
Many Russians have decided to live and work in the beach city of Nha Trang in Khanh Hoa province over the years, but Covid-19 has made everything much more difficult. Local people have offered support and assistance in a bid to help them make it through these tough times.
A photo contest running with the theme of “Vietnam through the lens of foreign photographers” has been launched by the Department of Fine Arts, Photography and Exhibition under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
The Government Committee for Religious Affairs held a meeting with foreign religious practitioners on April 27 to inform about legal regulations on beliefs and religions, and the realisation of the right to freedom of belief or religion of foreigners legally residing in Vietnam.
The recent decision to grant e-visas to citizens from 80 countries is part of efforts in administrative reform regarding entry and exit management, helping to bolster investment attraction, socio-economic development, tourism, diplomacy, and defence and security.
The real estate market in Hanoi is becoming a magnet for foreign investors, with the number of experts and entrepreneurs from abroad working in the capital city rising.
The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) is collecting feedback on a draft circular that will allow non-residents legally present in Vietnam to make term deposits in both VND and foreign currencies.
