The National Assembly session on May 27, 2023. (Photo: quochoi.vn)

At Saturday’s National Assembly session on amendments to the Law on Entry, Exit, Transit and Residence of Foreigners in Vietnam, the Government proposed extending the validity of e-visas from 30 days to a maximum of three months and allow multiple entry.

It also proposed tripling to 45 days of the duration of visa-free stays for tourists from certain countries who now enjoy a 15-day waiver, and expand the list of eligible countries for e-visa issuance.

“To encourage foreign visitors to stay longer, e-visa will be granted to citizens of all countries and territories as proposed in the draft amendments. multiple-entry e-visas will facilitate conditions for tourists and businesspeople seeking investment and trade opportunities in Vietnam," said Deputy Nguyen Hai Dung of Nam Dinh province.

The bill is expected to be approved at the ongoing mid-year National Assembly session.

Vietnam currently offers e-visas to citizens of 80 countries and territories. It waives visa for citizens from 25 countries, mostly for between 15-30 days, a policy considered less generous than other countries in the area.