Vietnam Opens its Doors Wide: The Latest Visa Policy for International Visitors

Da Nang, Vietnam — August 11, 2025. Vietnam is making a bold move to attract international tourists and experts by issuing its latest visa exemption policy. This decision not only expands the list of countries eligible for visa waivers but also solidifies Vietnam’s position as an attractive destination on the global tourism map.

45-Day Visa Exemption Policy for 12 European Countries

According to Resolution 229, effective from August 15, 2025, Vietnam will grant a 45-day visa exemption to citizens of 12 European countries. This policy applies to tourism purposes and will be valid until August 14, 2028.

The list of added countries includes: Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Switzerland.

This is a significant addition to the policy already in effect since March, when Vietnam extended visa exemptions for another 12 countries, bringing the total number of nations enjoying this privilege to 24.

Visa Privileges for Special Groups

In addition to the policy for tourists, the Government has also passed a separate resolution granting visa exemptions to 6 special groups aimed at attracting high-quality human resources and strategic investors.

The groups eligible for visa exemptions are:

• High-level Government guests.
• Scholars and Experts.
• Investors.
• Influential figures in the fields of culture, arts, sports, and tourism.
• Honorary Consuls of Vietnam abroad.
• Guests from Businesses and Academia.

Positive Results: Strong Tourism Growth

The positive changes in the visa policy have quickly yielded results. According to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, in the first 7 months of 2025, international arrivals reached 12.2 million, a 22% increase compared to the same period last year. This confirms that easing travel barriers is key to the explosive growth of the tourism industry.

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