Circular No. 97/2011/TT-BTC amends the fee levels for issuing passports, visas, and related documents concerning entry and exit in Vietnam. The new fee level for the Entry-Exit Pass for working and traveling to border provinces of China is 50,000 VND.
Scope of application
Individuals and organizations subject to payment of fees for issuing passports, visas, and documents related to entry, exit, transit, and residence in Vietnam.
Key points
- Individuals obtaining the Entry-Exit Pass for working and traveling to border provinces of China must pay a fee of 50,000 VND.
- The collection rates for entry-exit fees are specified in the Fee Collection Table attached to this Circular, with the unit being one passport, one visa, one document related to entry, exit, transit, and residence in Vietnam.
- This Circular takes effect from September 1, 2011.
🌐 Social impact of this document
- Positive impact: The new fee levels are clearly defined, helping citizens and businesses know the exact amount to be paid.
- Negative impact: It may impose additional economic burdens on individuals needing to enter border provinces of China.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What is the new fee for issuing a passport?
The fee for issuing a passport is not mentioned in this Circular. Refer to Circular No. 66/2009/TT-BTC for detailed information.
When is the fee payable?
Fees must be paid when individuals or organizations need to obtain passports, visas, and documents related to entry, exit, transit, and residence in Vietnam as prescribed.
What is the fee for the Entry-Exit Pass for working and traveling to border provinces of China?
The fee for the Entry-Exit Pass for working and traveling to border provinces of China is 50,000 VND.
From when does this Circular take effect?
This Circular takes effect from September 1, 2011.
How are other contents related to passport and visa fees handled?
Other contents related to passport and visa fees continue to be implemented according to the provisions of Circular No. 66/2009/TT-BTC dated March 30, 2009, of the Ministry of Finance.
Full text
CIRCULAR
Amending and supplementing Circular No. 66/2009/TT-BTC dated March 30, 2009 of the Ministry of Finance on the regulations for collection, payment, management, and use of fees for issuing passports, visas, and other documents related to entry, exit, transit, and residence in Vietnam
Implementing Resolution No. 61/NQ-CP dated December 17, 2010 of the Government on simplifying administrative procedures within the scope of functions managed by the Ministry of Public Security;
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Pursuant to the Ordinance on Fees and Charges;
Pursuant to Decree No. 57/2002/NĐ-CP dated June 3, 2002 and Decree No. 24/2006/NĐ-CP dated March 6, 2006 of the Government detailing the implementation of the Ordinance on Fees and Charges;
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;
The Ministry of Finance hereby stipulates the regulations for collection, payment, management, and use of fees for issuing passports, visas, and other documents related to entry, exit, transit, and residence in Vietnam as follows:
1. Supplementing Point d in Clause 2 Section I Appendix Table of Fee Levels for Issuing Passports, Visas, and Other Documents Related to Exit, Entry, Transit, and Residence in Vietnam issued together with Circular No. 66/2009/TT-BTC dated March 30, 2009 of the Ministry of Finance as follows:
Article 1
d) Temporary travel pass for Vietnamese citizens traveling to work or tourism in border provinces and cities of China adjacent to Vietnam: VND 50,000.
2. Amending and supplementing Clause 3 Article 1 of Circular No. 66/2009/TT-BTC as follows:
"The level of fees for entry and exit shall be specifically defined in the Table of Fee Levels attached to this Circular, with the unit being one passport, one visa, or one document related to exit, entry, transit, and residence in Vietnam."
1. This Circular takes effect from September 1, 2011.
Article 2
2. Any other contents related to fees for issuing passports, visas, and other documents related to entry, exit, transit, and residence in Vietnam not mentioned in this Circular shall continue to be implemented according to the provisions of Circular No. 66/2009/TT-BTC dated March 30, 2009 of the Ministry of Finance on the regulations for collection, payment, management, and use of fees for issuing passports, visas, and other documents related to entry, exit, transit, and residence in Vietnam.
3. Organizations and individuals subject to fee payments and relevant agencies are responsible for implementing this Circular. In the process of implementation, if there are any difficulties, organizations and individuals are requested to promptly report to the Ministry of Finance for consideration and guidance./.
3. Organizations and individuals subject to payment of fees and relevant agencies are responsible for implementing this Circular. During the process of implementation, if any difficulties arise, organizations and individuals are requested to promptly report them to the Ministry of Finance for consideration and guidance./.
DEPUTY MINISTER
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