The Government of Kazakhstan and the Government of Vietnam have recently approved an Agreement between the two countries to exempt citizens of the respective countries from visa requirements. The Agreement, issued on June 13, 2023, and came into force immediately, will allow citizens of the two countries to travel to each other’s countries without a visa for up to 30 days.
The Agreement stipulates that valid national passport holders of each country with a validity of at least six months will be exempted from visas to enter, exit, transit, and temporarily stay in the territory of the other country for a period of time not exceeding 30 days from the date of entry. Furthermore, citizens may stay in the other country for no more than 90 days per 180-day period. Any additional visits beyond this period will require a visa.
This Agreement is seen as a positive move for both countries, as it will allow citizens to travel freely between the two countries without the hassle of obtaining a visa. This will also help to promote tourism and business between the two countries, as well as strengthen the relationship between them.
The visa exemption agreement is a significant step forward for both Kazakhstan and Vietnam. It will no doubt help to promote growth in both countries. This Agreement will make it easier for citizens of both countries to travel and do business with each other and help improve relations between the two countries. As a result, both countries will benefit significantly from this Agreement.
Official source: https://en.dangcongsan.vn/international-cooperation/kazakhstan-adopts-visa-exemption-agreement-for-vietnamese-citizens-604956.html
Vietnam has recently announced the approval of the revised Vietnam Immigration Law, which allows citizens of countries subject to Vietnam’s unilateral visa exemption to stay in the country for up to 45 days without needing a visa. This new policy will come into effect on August 15, 2023.
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Vietnam is among those countries that have to close borders when the coronavirus started spreading fast. As a country that has a thriving tourism economy, closing its borders has been a truly difficult decision.
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