WHO NEEDS TOURIST VISAS?

People require tourist visas for two primary reasons: to fulfill the legal entry requirements set by a destination country and to pursue specific personal or recreational goals.

1. Legal and Governmental Purposes

  • Security Screening: Visas allow authorities to conduct background checks before a traveler arrives, vetting individuals for criminal history or security risks.
  • Immigration Control: They prevent illegal immigration by ensuring travelers have “non-immigrant intent”—meaning they have sufficient ties to their home country and intend to return.
  • Economic & Public Health: Screening helps manage job markets by preventing visitors from working illegally. It also allows countries to monitor or restrict entry from regions experiencing disease outbreaks.
  • Diplomatic Reciprocity: Visa requirements are often political; if Country A requires a visa from citizens of Country B, Country B will often impose the same requirement in return
2. Permitted Activities for Travelers
  • Leisure & Culture: Traditional sightseeing, holidays, and exploring a country’s heritage.
  • Personal Visits: Visiting friends or family members residing abroad.
  • Medical Treatment: Many countries, including the U.S. (B-2 visa), allow travelers to enter for specific medical procedures or consultations.
  • Short-term Learning: Participating in recreational, non-credit courses, such as a multi-day cooking or language class.
  • Amateur Events: Competing in sports or performing in musical events, provided the traveler is not being paid.

DURATION FOR TOURIST VISA

Vietnam E-Visa

Visa Exemptions

Extensions (Visa Run)

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