Decision No. 916/QD-BTC stipulates the framework for air passenger transport fares for economy class on domestic routes still holding a monopoly position, aiming to manage and adjust the maximum price for each distance flown.
Scope of application
Vietnamese airlines
Key points
- Airlines must comply with the framework for domestic air passenger transport fares for economy class as prescribed in Article 1 of this Decision.
- The maximum fare framework is determined based on flight distance, specifically from under 300 km to over 1,280 km with different pricing levels.
- Airlines have the responsibility to publicly disclose all types of airfare and applicable conditions as prescribed in Article 2.
- This Decision does not bind airlines to apply the maximum fare, but allows them flexibility in determining specific prices based on market conditions.
- Airlines need to fully implement regulations regarding price registration, declaration, and public display of services.
🌐 Social impact of this document
- To stabilize the domestic air passenger transport market
- To ensure consumer rights when purchasing air tickets
- Airlines can flexibly adjust ticket prices based on actual circumstances
- The maximum fare framework is determined based on flight distance, ensuring fairness for passengers.
❓ Frequently asked questions
Which airlines does this Decision apply to?
It applies to all Vietnamese airlines providing domestic air passenger transport services.
How is the maximum fare framework defined?
It is defined based on flight distance, specifically from under 300 km to over 1,280 km with different pricing levels.
Must airlines apply the maximum fare framework?
Not mandatory, airlines can flexibly determine specific prices based on market conditions.
What regulations do airlines need to follow?
They must publicly disclose all types of airfare and applicable conditions, and fully comply with regulations regarding price registration, declaration, and public display of services.
When does this Decision take effect?
It takes effect five days after the date of issuance (April 27, 2011).
Full text
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MINISTRY OF FINANCE |
SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM |
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Number: 916/QD-BTC |
Hanoi, April 22, 2011 |
Pursuant to …;
Regarding the framework for air passenger transport fares on domestic routes with monopoly status under economy class tickets
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THE MINISTER OF FINANCE
Pursuant to the Civil Aviation Law of Vietnam No. 66/2006/QH11 dated June 29, 2006;
Pursuant to the Government Decree No. 170/2003/ND-CP dated December 25, 2003 detailing certain provisions of the Price Ordinance; and the Government Decree No. 75/2008/ND-CP dated June 9, 2008 amending and supplementing certain provisions of the Government Decree No. 170/2003/ND-CP dated December 25, 2003 detailing certain provisions of the Price Ordinance;
Pursuant to the Decree No. 118/2008/NĐ-CP dated November 27, 2008 of the Government stipulating the functions, tasks, powers, and organizational structure of the Ministry of Finance;
Pursuant to the Joint Circular No. 103/2008/TTLT-BTC-BGTVT dated November 12, 2008 of the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Transport guiding the management of domestic air transport fare and airport service fees in Vietnam;
Pursuant to the results of the assessment of the framework for domestic air passenger transport fare under economy class on domestic routes and the proposal of the Minister of Transport at Document No. 1985/BGTVT-VT dated April 6, 2011;
At the proposal of the Director of the Price Management Department,
DECISION:
Article 1. Issuing the maximum framework for domestic air passenger transport fare under economy class on domestic routes with monopoly status (excluding value-added tax) as follows:
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No. |
Distance |
Maximum level (VND/one-way ticket) |
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1 |
Under 300 km |
863.636 |
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2 |
From 300 km to under 500 km |
1.100.000 |
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3 |
From 500 km to under 850 km |
1.481.818 |
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4 |
From 850 km to under 1,000 km |
1.909.091 |
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5 |
From 1,000 km to under 1,280 km |
2.227.273 |
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6 |
1,280 km and above |
2.727.273 |
The distance of domestic routes shall be implemented according to the guidance of the Ministry of Transport (Vietnam Civil Aviation Administration).
Article 2. Pursuant to current regulations on the management of air transport fare, the maximum framework for air transport fare set by the State, the distance of transport, and market conditions, airlines shall determine specific fares on routes and conditions of application through diverse pricing methods.
Airlines shall publicly disclose various types of airfare and their application conditions; fully comply with current regulations on price registration, declaration, and display of services.
Article 3. This Decision takes effect five days from the date of signature. All previous regulations contrary to this Decision are hereby abolished.
Article 4. The Director of the Vietnam Civil Aviation Administration, the Director of the Price Management Department, heads of agencies, enterprises, and individuals providing and using services are responsible for implementing this Decision./.
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Place of Receipt: - Ministry of Transport; - Vietnam Civil Aviation Authority; - Vietnam Airlines Corporation; Jetstar Pacific, Air Mekong; - Domestic air carriers; - Legal Affairs Department, State Capital Supervision and Control Department; - To be filed: VT, QLG. |
DEPUTY MINISTER
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