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Exempting visa or citizens from key tourist markets would help boost tourism amidst a recent fall in the number of international visitors, experts said.

They spoke during a workshop held by the Viet Nam Tourism Association in Ha Noi on May 25th. The Government should give visa exemptions to citizens of France, the UK, Germany and Australia to encourage visitors from these nations, they said.

Viet Nam unilaterally exempts visas for citizens of Japan, the Republic of Korea, Finland, Denmark, Sweden and Russia. It bilaterally grants 30-day exemptions for citizens from nine out of the 10 ASEAN member states.

The number of international holiday makers dropped from June 2014 to April 2015, with the growth rate falling from 34.8 percent in 2010 to 4 percent in 2014.

Chairman of the Viet Nam Tourism Association Nguyen Huu Tho attributed the decline in numbers to changes in visa, transit and cruise travel regulations and the National Administration of Tourism's ineffective coordination between localities.

He said he regarded existing tourism promotion efforts unprofessional, adding that there was a shortage of large-scale promotion campaigns. The prevalence of ineffective small-scale campaigns has muted the tourism industry's image domestically and internationally, he added.

Insufficient support for the creation of tourism services and a lack of qualified staff were also contributing factors, Tho said.

He also highlighted a number of global economic developments, such as the appreciation of USD, the depreciation of EUR and JPY, and falling oil prices, which undermined people's willingness to spend money on travel.

Some localities have re-established Tourism Departments under the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Experts said travel companies should participate more in promotion programmes and strengthen ties with their counterparts to provide high-quality, affordable services./.

Source: Vietnamtourism
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Getting a Vietnam Visa on Arrival from Krakow, Poland

Polish passport holders willing to visit Vietnam either for tourist or business purpose can easily obtain for a Visa on Arrival, regardless of traditional way that applicants should refer to the embassy and submit passport and other documents and waiting for 5 days to get a visa to Vietnam, then Visa on Arrival is the most simple way to get your Visa to Vietnam done, please follow the simple steps as following in order to apply online for a Visa to Vietnam.

How is the process of Vietnam Visa on Arrival from Krakow, Poland?

Applicants must follow the three simple steps to submit their request in order to apply for an Approval letter; here is the process one-by-one:

  1. Browse through Tonkin Visa official and recognized Visa website (VisaVietnam.Pro) Fill in the Visa application form using the correct information as shown on your passport, applicants are required to submit the accurate information in order to get the approval letter approved by the Vietnam Immigration department.
  2. Please kindly make sure about information you've been submitted, then, move to the second step to submit the Visa services fee, this process can be done using your credit card through the online form in our website.
  3. We review your submission and start the process to get your Vietnam Visa Approval letter, the visa processing is depend on your selected options out of 3 options ( Normal for 2 days , Urgent for 1 day, Express for 4 working hours)

How About the Cost of a Vietnam Visa on Arrival for Polish Passport holders? (Apply with Tonkin Visa)

  • One Month Single Entry Tourist Visa: 16 US$
  • Three Month Single Entry Visa: 25 US$
  • One Month Multiple Entry Tourist Visa: 18 US$
  • Three Month Multiple Entry Visa: 32 US$
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What to do after i got the Visa Approval letter?


Once we sent you the approval letter, then simply print it out and present it for boarding the flight (need it), then upon arrival at Vietnam’s International Airports, you should present the visa approval letter with 1 passport sized photo and filling a visa form and present it to the Visa officers, you should pay the Stamping fee as 45 US$ for one month and 95 $ for 3 month Visa directly to the immigration officers. And wait for few minutes to get your Vietnam visa stamped into your passport. That’s it and welcome to Vietnam.
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Free Visa to Vietnam

We at Touching Indochina Travel (Tonkin Visa), offers Free Vietnam Visa for applicants who takes 4 days and more Tours with us, please check our Vietnam Package Tours and feel free to ask away your related questions.
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Off the beaten tracks of Vietnam are beautiful and worth to visit, here is Guide on How to Visit Suoi Voi Spering. About 15 KM north of Lang Co is the inland turn off to Elephant springs, Suoi Voi, a secluded recreation area where one could easily spend a day traipsing through the forest and swimming in cool, crystal-clear streams. It's a pleasant detour and highly recommended for bikers and cyclist who are braving their way along the Highway 1.
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The main springs, a short walk from the parking area about 1 KM from the entry gate, feauters huge boulders, one in the shape of an elephant's head and the stunning back drop of Bach Ma mountain Range in the distance. Time permitting, further exploration will lead to less populated swimming holes including Vung Do Pool, about 200m beyond the main area.
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Foreign visitors here are scarce and most seem to be rushing in one direction or another along the coast, and on weekdays you may find you've got the whole place to yourself, Sundays, however are jam-packed with young Vietnamese lovers seeking a bit of privacy.

Getting to the Spring from Highway # 1?

for getting to the spring from highway 1, look for the large faded sign reading 'Suoi Voi' . you will see the 19th century Thua Lau Church just a head of you after making the turn off. From here follow the dirt road for a few Kilometers to the entry gate
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You'll need to buy an entry ticket here and also pay for the parking. Hold onto your ticket as you may be asked to show it more than once, there are some basic food stalls near the springs, but you're best off bringing a picnic lunch, otherwise if you are on Vietnam Tours then your tour might get lunch included.
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Tonkin Visa Agency organize weekly tours to Suoi Voi Springs, about another 15 KM north of this turn off if the village of Cau Hai, and the turn off to reach Bach Ma National Park.
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A number of Hoi An's wooden building dates from the first part of the 19th century or earlier, giving visitors who have just a bit of imagination the feeling that they have been transported back a couple of centuries to a time when the wharf was crowded with sailing ships, the streets of Hoi An teemed with porters transporting goods to and from warehouses and trades from a dozen countries haggled in a babble of different languages.
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Because Hoi An was relatively untouched by the American war, it almost serves as a museum piece of Vietnamese history. At this time, over 800 structures of historical significance have been officially identified in Hoi An
Ancient Town

Hoi An Architecture can be categorized into 9 types

  1. Houses and Shops
  2. Wells
  3. Family Chapels for ancestor worship
  4. Pagodas
  5. Vietnamese and Chinese temples
  6. Bridges
  7. Communal Buildings
  8. Assembly halls of various Chinese Congregations
  9. Various tombs belonging to Various Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese
Many of Hai An's Older Structures exhibit features of traditional architecture rarely seen today in Vietnam. As they have for centuries, some shopfronts which are open during the day to display theitr wares are shuttered at night by the shopkeeper inserting horizontal planks into grooves cut into the columns that support the roof. Some of the building's roof are made up of thousands of brick-colored yin and yang roof tiles - so called because of the way the alternating rows of concave and convex tiles fit snugly together.
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During the rainy season, the lichens and moss that live on the tiles spring to life, turning entire rooftops bright green.
Ancient Town

Many of Hoi An's houses have round pieces of wood with an am and Duong symbol in the middle surrounded by a spiral design over the doorway. These watchful eyes are supposed to protect the residents of the house from coming to any harm,

Hoi An's Historic structures are gradually being restored and there is a sincere effort being made to preserve the unique character of the city, the local government has put some thought into this - Old Houses of Hoi An must be licensed for restoration work and it must be done in the tasteful manner. The Government certify the historical significance of building - at present, there are four categories.

Ancient Town

Hoi An Guided Tours

Many of the house owners in Hoi An Ancient town also charge for the invasion of their privacy as much as US$3 for a guided tour of the building - but this is negotiable, If you are on Vietnam Tours then you will not need to pay this extra fee as your Guide can organize it.
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Vietnam visa requirement for Pakistani Passport holders

Applying for a Visa to visit Vietnam for citizens of Pakistan is a very hassle process, the visa processing is not easy as the Pakistani Applicants required to refer to Vietnamese embassy in Pakistan and provide documents such as invitation from a Vietnamese person, Hotel booking, planned itinerary and much more even, But there are always applicants that doesn't really want to take part of any Vietnam Tours for the mentioned planned itinerary and want to travel independent. in this case applicants are advised to Contact Tonkin Visa Agency as we are the ONLY visa providers that can issue the worry-free visa on arrival.
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How to get Vietnam visa in Pakistan?

There are 2 ways for you to apply for a Visa?

1. Apply Online for a Vietnam Tourist Or Business Visa from Pakistan

Passport home and apply online for a Visa to Vietnam, to obtain for a Vietnam Visa simply follow the few simple steps and receive the secure approval letter, here are the details

Applicants will receive an approval letter ( Vietnam Visa voucher) to pick up visa upon arrival at International Airports

# Vietnam visa for business purpose with one or three month validity (Visa class B3)

# Vietnam visa for tourist purpose with one month validity ( Visa class C1)

How to Apply for a Vietnam Visa from Pakistan in three steps?

Step 1) Please browse our website VisaVietnam.Pro and fill in an  Online Visa application form, you need to attach return Air Ticket to Pakistan or any third country after Vietnam.

Step 2 ) Submit the services fee as 125 $ Per Applicant's

Step 3) Receive the approval letter via E-mail within 6 - 8 working days( sometimes even sooner)

Visa process with Tonkin Visa Agency:

One you submitted application and service fee, we will check and start the process for Visa and submit it to immigration department and will send the Vietnam Visa Voucher / Approval to your e-mail after 6 - 8 working days.

If you required to have the visa before departure to Vietnam then, We at Tonkin Visa Agency, can also send your Approval letter to Vietnamese Embassy / Consulate in Pakistan or anyother places around the world, you can then simply refer to embassy and pay the embassy fee and collect your visa and passport within extra 5 working days.

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2) Apply for Vietnam Visa at the Embassy of Vietnam in Pakistan

Applicant's can personally refer to Vietnam embassy in Pakistan and apply for a Visa to visit Vietnam, in this case you will need the following documents to prepare:
# Hotel booking prove
# Air ticket Booking
# Itinerary plan for your Vietnam trip ( if you apply for a tourist Visa)
# Business invitation from Vietnamese company( if you apply for Business Visa)
# Visa fee: Vary from 80 to 100 $
# waiting time 10 Working days 

For more information regarding Vietnam Visa please contact us, we promise prompt reply at any time
Our Office: Suit 204, Second floor 18 Yen Ninh Street, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi, Vietnam.
Office Phone: (+84) 4 3927 5668 - Fax: (+84) 4 3927 5658 - Hot line: (+84) 917 989865
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تاشیره سياحية فیتنامیه من عمان، مسقط

من عمان، مسقط، قد يتم تطبيق آخر لفيتنام تأشيرة لدى وصوله في غضون بضع ساعات عن طريق تقديم استمارة على الانترنت من خلال موقع بسيط كما www.VisaVietnam.Pro أيضا، من عمان، كل طالب قادرون على الرجوع إلى السفارة الفيتنامية في مسقط وتطبيق في 
السفارة والحصول على مقابل عين في 5 - 3 أيام عمل
اللباس التقليدي للسيدة الفيتنامية

فيتنام فيزا في وصول (الفيزا في المطارات فيتنام) هو مفيد خاصة لأولئك الذين يعيشون بعيدا عن السفارة الفيتنامية، أو أولئك الذين لا يريدون للإرسال جوازات سفرهم إلى السفارة، أو شخص الذين تعبوا من السفر لمسافة طويلة من وقت لآخر ثم الانتظار لساعات لتقديم الوثائق في قنصلية أو السفارات  فيتنام

المزايا الأخرى لفيتنام تأشيرة لدى وصوله هي أنها أسرع وتجهيز وتوفير التكاليف وطرق الدفع أكثر كفاءة. ومع ذلك، فيتنام تأشيرة لدى وصوله قابلة للتطبيق إذا كنت السفر إلى فيتنام عن طريق الجو
سابا، مدينة سياحية شمال فيتنام

تطبيق على الانترنت للحصول على تأشيرة فيتنام على وصول

من أجل التقدم بطلب للحصول على تأشيرة دخول لدى وصولهم، ويطلب منك إكمال 3 خطوات بسيطة على النحو التالي

أولا، في ملء استمارة الطلب على الانترنت وتقديم خدمة الدفع لرسوم المعالجة

- ثانيا، الحصول على خطاب موافقة تأشيرة تسليمها عن طريق البريد الإلكتروني في غضون 2 ساعة (خدمات الطوارئ) أو 2 أيام عمل (خدمة عادية


- ثالثا، تقديم جواز السفر الأصلي، ونسخة من كتاب الموافقة (في نسخة ورقية)، 2 صورة (في حجم جواز السفر) ودفع رسوم ختم لأتعلق التأشيرة على جواز السفر في مطار الوصول
من أجل التقدم بطلب للحصول على تأشيرة دخول لدى وصولهم، ويطلب منك إكمال 3 خطوات بسيطة على النحو التالي
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Oh Vietnam, a country that receive a lot of tourist's every day, say you got your Visa to Vietnam  and now you landed in Hanoi, a city that is perhaps the most graceful, atmospheric and exotic capital city in South east of Asia. Its appeal is instant, with sweeping boulevards, tree-fringed lakes, ancient pagodas and a relatively compact historic center that’s best explored on foot. the question is that " Is Hanoi Safe for Tourists " Hanoi, is relatively safe city to be, but being aware of some typical hazards will increase the likelihood of you having a worry-free stay.
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Is Hanoi safe for tourists?

Theft is not be a big matter in Hanoi, but bear in mind that the average Vietnamese salary is around 150 to 250 $  per month but many Vietnamese still earn far less than that, even in cities like Hanoi. This might make your shiny expensive mobile Phone, your money and or camera something interesting to force them being stolen, so it is good to take basic precautions to avoid being a good target for thieves.

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Don’t carry too much cash:

Again, im saying that Hanoi is a pretty safe city in General, these are only tips that can avoid you to being in target, so, here we go, Use your ATM card to withdrawals the daily travel expenses, or if you have too much cash it is better to keep them in a safety box at your hotel. Keep your passport also somewhere else along with your cash like in a  zipped up bag which is over your shoulder so it’s not that easy to rip off. backpacks are okay if you’re on the move, but can be sliced open when on public transport or standing in a crowd, so, if you have a backpack make sure to lock the zip.

Be more careful specially at night when the streets are more quiet and it’s easier for thieves to cut and disappear as fast as taking a breath, I dont say to not to go out and or do not drink alcohol but if you’re going out at night and want to drink  then do not take the valuable things with yourself and try to go out with other friends or guys you met in your hotel, or your best bet is to go out with your Local Vietnamese friends.


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Violent N Crime against the single Females in Hanoi

Violent crime is not something like what you hear from streets in Caracas, Venezuela, O God never ever, But i have heard sometimes that single women's and specially expats being followed home and even physically attacked in some cases. Avoid wandering at the streets at night, especially when you are alone. I have also heard of taxi passengers being threatened when they refuse to pay inflated fares or when they comment that the Taxi meter’s running too fast. 

Traffic Jams in Hanoi

The main things that any new comer, or even those staying here for long time that should be aware of in Hanoi is the roads and the traffic jams, or anywhere else traffic chooses to drive, Whether walking or driving on your own Xe may ( motor-bike), Hanoi’s roads are bumpy and can be very dangerous. It may seem like everything is moving effortlessly in a flow but accidents do happen especially outside slow moving Old Quarter. 

Don’t trust red lights, pedestrian crossings or one-way streets: motorbikes and even cars and more even Taxi drivers regularly ignore traffic signals in an effort to shave a few minutes off their way. This includes driving on pavements as well.
Hanoi bumpy traffic roads

Advises for health check

Hanoi has seen a few reports of diseases recently: Japanese encephalitis and measles have caused deaths among Vietnamese, particularly children. Dengue is also a risk, as is rabies. None of these are at epidemic levels but make sure you’re inoculated and use mosquito repellant when you walk in streets.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vietnam Visa

1. Who Needs Vietnam Entry Visa?

Most foreigners entering Vietnam are required to have Vietnam visas, except for citizens of countries mentioned in the list of “Visa Exemption to enter Vietnam”

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2. How many Vietnam Visa are available?

There are 2 basis for Vietnam visa classification:
1) based on the type of travel, Vietnam visa is divided into three categories:
- Tourist visa: available 1 month
- Business visa: available in 3 months
- Visa for other purposes: available in 3 months
2) based on the period of temporary stay and the number of entries, Vietnam visa is divided into 4 categories:
One month single entry visa
One month multiple entry visa
Three  month single entry visa
Three month multiple entry visa

3. How to apply for Vietnam visa?

A visa to Vietnam can be applied in person at the Embassy/ Consulate of Vietnam in your home country or you can apply when entering Vietnam by air at Vietnam international airports.

4. How to apply for a Vietnam visa at the airport? Visa On Arrival

Visa application on arrival at one of Vietnam’s international airports is very simple. There are 3 steps as followed:

1) Fill in the online application form, then pay for service fee in order to get visa approval letter
2) Print out the visa approval letter and the entry and exit form (Complete all the information prior to your trip to Vietnam)
3) Bring your visa approval letter, 2 passport – sized photos, the exit and entry form, and stamping fee; then present all things to the Immigration officer at Vietnam’s international airport to get your visa stamped

5. What is Vietnam visa on arrival / Visa at the Airport?

Vietnam visa on arrival is the visa that is obtained at Vietnam international airport.
In order to get this type of visa, you have to present your Vietnam visa approval letter, passport (with a validity of at least 6 months), 2 passport – sized photos, the entry and exit form, and stamping fee. The Immigration officers at the airports will make your visa be stamped
6. Can people use visa on arrival when entering Vietnam by land?
No, they cannot. Visa on arrival can only be used for those travelling by air to one of the Vietnam International Airports

7. What are required information to get Vietnam visa approval letter?

- Full name
- Gender
-  DOB
- Nationality
- Passport number
- Type of visa
- Purpose of entry
- Date of arrival in Vietnam
- Request to get visa

8. What is Vietnam visa approval letter?

“Vietnam visa approval letter” is an official legitimate document granted by Vietnam Immigration Department  (under Vietnam Ministry of Public Security), supporting foreigners to get Vietnam Visa on arrival to enter the country at one of Vietnam International Airports.

9. How much does it cost for the visa on arrival?

In order to get your Vietnam Visa, you have to pay two kinds of fees: Service Fee and Stamping Fee, if you also get a Vietnam Package Tours then your Vietnam Visa will be free in must cases
1) Service Fee is the fee you pay to us for doing all the paperwork for you to get your visa approval letter
2) Stamping Fee is the fee you pay directly to Immigration Officers in cash at your arrival airport in Vietnam to have visa stamped onto your passport


10. How long does it take to get the visa approval letter?

Normally, the approval letter is processed and emailed you within 1 business day (urgent processing), or 2 business days (normal processing) and 4 working hours as express rush visa processing

11.  Where will I get Vietnam visa stamped upon arrival?

Presenting your visa approval letter and other necessary documents, you can receive your visa stamp at one of the 3 International airports in Vietnam:
# Noi Bai International Airport (in Hanoi)
# Tan Son Nhat International Airport (in Ho Chi Minh City)
# Danang Airport in Central Vietnam


12. What are required documents I have to show to get visa stamped?

To get your visa stamped upon arrival airport in Vietnam, you are required to show the following documents:
- Your passport
- A printed copy of your visa approval letter
- The entry and exit form (Complete all the required information)
- 2 passport - sized photos of yours (4x6cm)
- Stamping fee: USD 45 (single entry visa) and USD95 (multiple entry visa)

13. Can I arrive earlier than the granted arrival date in my visa approval letter?

No, you cant. You need to arrive on the day stated in the visa approval letter

14. Could I arrive later than the granted arrival date in my visa?

Yes, you can. But you have to leave Vietnam by the day noted in your  visa approval letter

15 How can  I pay the stamping fee and  the visa approval fee to you?

As for service fee, you can make payment as followed:
- Credit/ Debit Card via Onepay/ Paypal
- Pay via Western Union
- Bank transfer (recommended for those who are in Vietnam)
- As for stamping fee, you pay directly to Immigration Officers in cash (in USD) at the Immigration Checkpoints
For further detail, look at visa to Vietnam

16. What is the difference between single entry visa and multiple entry visa?

- A single entry visa allows you to enter Vietnam once during its validity time. Therefore, if you want to re-enter to Vietnam, you are required to apply for multiple entry visa
- A multiple entry visa  allows you to enter and exit Vietnam more than once (as many times as you can) during its validity time.

17.  What if my passport has expired? In that case, can I get a visa?

It is impossible for you to be granted a visa in case your passport has expired. In that case, you have to get it renewed before making visa application. Hence, before applying for a visa, you should ensure that your passport is at least 6 – month valid

18.  I am a Vietnamese overseas having foreign nationality; do I need a visa to enter Vietnam?

If you are a Vietnamese expatriate, you’re recommended to choose between two ways:
Go to the Vietnamese Embassy or Vietnamese Consulate to apply for Vietnam visa exemption.
If you want to save time, please submit your online visa application via us

19. What are the photo requirements for Vietnam visa on arrival granted at Vietnam International Airports?

Here are regulations relating to photo for Vietnam visa application:
- Two 4x6 – cm photos (1 for the entry and exit form; and 1 for presentation if necessary)
- Take photo with a white background within the last 6 months
- Color photo or black and white photo
- The photo must show the entire face with a white or plain background
- People who are photographed must dress formally and are not allowed to wear glasses or headgear that obscures the hair hairline
- Uniforms should not be worn in your photo, except religious clothing that is worn daily.
- If you normally wear glasses (without tinted lenses), a hearing device, or similar articles, they may be worn in your photo.
- Dark glasses or glasses with tinted lenses are not acceptable if it is not for health purposes. Visa applicants should present medical files explaining the reasons of wearing glasses while taking photograph.
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