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According to proposals and recommendations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and relevant ministries and branches, the Vietnamese Government has expanded the list of countries and territories with unilateral visa exemption, which officially takes effect from August 15, 2023. 

Here with, Article 1 of Resolution No.128/NQ-CP Amendments to the Government's Resolution No. 32/NQ-CP dated March 15, 2022 on Visa waiver for nationals,

"Visa waiver will be applicable to nationals of the Federal Republic of Germany, The French Republic, Italian Republic, Kingdom of Spain, The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Russian Federation, Japan, Republic of Korea, Kingdom of Denmark, Kingdom of Sweden, Kingdom of Norway, Republic of Finland, and the Republic of Belarus with a maximum temporary residence period of 45 days from the date of entry, no matter what visa types they currently hold or their purposes of entry, on the basis of eligibility for entry in accordance with Vietnamese laws."

45 Days for 13 countries enjoying visa waiver (Source: Vietnam Tourism)

Thus, the temporary residence period for citizens of the above countries will be increased from 15 days to 45 days.

After taking effect from August 15, 2023, Vietnam's decision to unilaterally expand visa exemption has been bringing positive impacts for both tourists and Vietnam, including: boosting the country's economy, creating more job opportunities and increasing tourism in the region. On a whole, this policy will also create a friendlier image of Vietnam, attract more people to visit and explore the country's rich culture and heritage.