Vietnam 3 months visa will be back soon in 2023

As Prime Minister of Vietnam speaks, Vietnam 3 months visa is proposed to be back soon in 2023 to recover Vietnam tourism, which has been terribly affected by Covid-19 in the last few years.
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Vietnam 3 months visa removal after the outbreak of Covid-19 in 2020

Since the big outbreak of Covid-19 in 2020, Vietnam border was closed to prevent the pandemic. This has lead to a bad time for tourism in the whole country. Luckily, after 2 years of lock-down, Vietnam started to open the border for international tourists to visit.

However, Vietnam visa since then is not the same as it used to be. For many reasons, Vietnamese government has decided to limit the visa to single entry 30 days only, and tourists must apply E-visa via the government website. As the tourist’s favorite Vietnam 3 months visa is gone, the rise back of tourism has been slowed down a lot due to people finding it difficult to apply for the visa.

Currently, Vietnam is offering a one-month single-entry e-visa to visitors from 80 countries and territories, including the U.S. and Australia. Despite many compains, the Vietnam 3 months visa is not decided to be brought back.

Therefore, although Vietnam is one of the first Southeast Asian countries to reopen to international tourism post Covid, Vietnam only received 3.6 million foreign tourists last year, around 20% of pre-pandemic levels. Many tourists say it is so inconvenient to apply the visa again in every 30 days.

Vietnam 3 months visa is coming back soon due to poor performance in tourism

What international tourists say about Vietnam 3 months visa removal

Many of AN Tours Vietnam guests has told us, in their trip to Vietnam, it is a huge problem to leave and enter the country, applying for Vietnam visa again every 30 days. As Vietnam is a beautiful country with many places to visit, it usually take 2-3 months to cover the basic things to do. That also means 1 month visa is not enough for a complete Vietnam trip.

“We have been waiting for the Vietnam 3 months visa for so long, but there has been no signal of that. Traveling with children makes it more tired to do the visa run every month.” – said Lisa, who booked our combo of Mekong Delta, Cu Chi Tunnel, Food Tour & City Tour in Ho Chi Minh City as she did not have much time left on the visa.

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Great news: Vietnam 3 months visa will be back soon in 2023!

In recent government meeting for tourism concerns, Luong Hoai Nam, a member of the Tourism Advisory Board, said Vietnam’s visa policy remains strict compared to other countries, making it difficult for the aviation and tourism industries to take off.

He proposed the government consider granting visa exemptions to 68 countries and territories as Thailand did and prolong the visa-free stay from 15 to 30 days. Instead of just granting a single-entry e-visa, Vietnam should offer multiple-entry visas for tourists as it did in pre-pandemic times to compete with neighboring countries.

Pham Trung Luong, former head of the Institute for Tourism Development Research, said relaxing visa requirements should be the top priority at this time to help tourism quickly recover.

Answering to all of the concerns, in March 2023, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said that Vietnam would waive visas for more countries and extend the length of stay for foreign tourists to speed up the recovery of tourism. “The government will create favorable conditions for domestic and international airlines to open direct routes connecting Vietnam with key tourism markets,” he added.

The government is on their work to bring the Vietnam 3 months visa back soon in 2023. Let’s wait for the good news coming!

What to do until then?

Well, if you are traveling to Vietnam before the 3 months visa is back, you can still do the 1 month visa as normal at the moment. It is quite easy to apply (though not as convenient as the 3 months one) and only costs you 25 USD/ application.

You can read our post Detailed guide to apply Vietnam evisa on official government website >

After the visa, you can consider our amazing, best chosen transfers, tours, hotels,.. here:

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ELITE OF THE SEAS AMENITIES & SERVICES

Enjoy the luxury experience.

Fine Dining Room

With the chic atmosphere, indoor and outdoor seating in an authentic concept, the fine dining restaurant is designed in aneverlasting elegant style, features luxury amenities and open kitchen.

We offer western food, famous Vietnamese traditional food served in BBQ, buffet and a la carte. Guests could enjoy light breakfast, lunch, BBQ dinner while cruising through the wonderful landscapes of the world heritage site.

Panoramic Bar

The bar is set up in both outdoor – pool view and indoor – inside the restaurant, which provides maximum convenience for customers. With a wide selection of international wines, cocktails, non-alcoholic beverages, coffee, the bar is a perfect place where you could enjoy the romantic, sweet and relaxing moments in the fresh air and the natural scenery.

Mini Golf Course

Located at the front of the second deck. The mini-golf course is one of the finest and relaxing area, guest could use our golf club onboard to practice or play some holes with your partners.

The Outdoor Pool

In the same deck with the fine dining room, the open-air pool is designed in infinity pool style, covered by teak flooring. The perfect relaxing place to chill, to take your own unique photos and enjoy in the panoramic view of the bay.

Spa, Sauna & Massage

Elite Spa, sauna and massage offers a journey of reawakening. The combination of local spa rituals with indigenous ingredients. Guest will enjoy a truly relaxing moment in multiple choice of facials and signature massages…

Wine & Cigars Cellar

Located in the basement, the wine and cigars cellar is fully stocked of wines and famous cigars. With the great decoration, spacious seating, this area provides a perfect place for a wine tasting or private meetings. 

Fitness Room

Located on the first deck, the fitness room is available with treadmills, stationary bikes and some dumbbells. Guests could recharge their energy while enjoying the bay natural view.
For post-workout treatment, guests could enjoy the sauna or massage therapies, please make your spa reservation in advance with our Cruise Manager.

Sundeck & Corridor

As a luxury cruise, Elite Of The Seas has one of the best looking sundeck & corridor.

Other Cruise Acitivities

Kayaking
Do kayaking by yourself in calm water through floating houses, explore the beauty of limestone caves so close by yours eyes, hands and individual feeling. 

Local rowing Boat
Get ready for visiting floating village where rowing boats rowed by local people. You will have chance to experience history, culture and the daily life of local peoples while rowing through floating village. You will make a short hiking trip around village, along landscape and enjoy water sport.

Swimming
How amazing to swim in the calm, clean water with less touristy or visit nature beach of the Lan Ha bay by walking along beach,. Relaxing after activities, immersing in the water to get stronger

Squid Fishing
When the night falls, it must be fun when standing on the boat and try your luck with sly squids. Try to be patient, squid fishing can be successful from your skills.

Tai chi Class
Tai chi is one of the best ways to release stress and fatigue. Our Tai chi master will guide you with a basic lesson which has been simplified so that everyone can easy to follow. Let’s come on the sundeck in the early morning and start your new day in fresh air to full charge your energy for the day.

Cooking Demonstration
Learn how you can make one of Vietnam traditional dishes – Spring roll. Our chief will carefully introduce what is the ingredient needed, how to make it and you may do at home for your family or friends. With guides from our chef, we hope you can make Vietnam traditional food in perfect way.

Elite Of The Seas - Cruise

ELITE OF THE SEAS 3D2N ITINERARY

Please note that itinerary time is calculated approximately. Actual time may depend on weather, traffic & other factors.

DAY 01
DAY 02
DAY 03
✅ INCLUDED

– Full equipped luxury en-suite cabin with multi A/C, marble bathroom, and finest bathroom amenities
– All meals on board
– Tender/speedboat transfer
– Welcome drink
– Live Music
– 24-hour room service with no extra charges
– 24-hour food ordered with no extra charges
– Refilled bottled fresh water with no limit
– Cookery demonstration
– Entrance and sightseeing fees
– Tai chi, games, gym, swimming pool and library
–  Beach activities such as kayaking, bamboo boating, caving, squid fishing
– Internet wifi, Satellite – HD LED TV
– Fishing and golf equipment
– English speaking guide
– On board insurance and service charges

❌ EXCLUDED

– Beverages
– Luxury Transfer service (if requested)
– Tips and other personal expenses
– All other services not clearly mentioned above.

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ELITE OF THE SEAS 2D1N ITINERARY

Please note that itinerary time is calculated approximately. Actual time may depend on weather, traffic & other factors.

DAY 01
DAY 02
✅ INCLUDED

– Full equipped luxury en-suite cabin with multi A/C, marble bathroom, and finest bathroom amenities
– All meals on board
– Tender/speedboat transfer
– Welcome drink
– Live Music
– 24-hour room service with no extra charges
– 24-hour food ordered with no extra charges
– Refilled bottled fresh water with no limit
– Cookery demonstration
– Entrance and sightseeing fees
– Tai chi, games, gym, swimming pool and library
–  Beach activities such as kayaking, bamboo boating, caving, squid fishing
– Internet wifi, Satellite – HD LED TV
– Fishing and golf equipment
– English speaking guide
– On board insurance and service charges

❌ EXCLUDED

– Beverages
– Luxury Transfer service (if requested)
– Tips and other personal expenses
– All other services not clearly mentioned above.