HANOI, VIETNAM – Starting January 30, 2025, nationals of Vietnam and Belarus can start their journeys to each other's countries without the need for visas. This new development comes as a result of a visa waiver agreement signed on December 8, 2023. Under this agreement, passport holders from both nations can have visa-free stays of up to 30 days per entry, with a total allowance of 90 days within a year.

Strengthening Bilateral Relations.

This milestone agreements builds a foundation of diplomatic relation that includes a previous visa exemption agreement for diplomatic passport holders signed in year 1993. This signifies the nation ongoing commitment for fostering mutually beneficial relationship with partner countries. By removing visa barriers, both Vietnam and Belarus aim to make it easier for nationals of both the countries to connect and build relationships, promote tourism, and encourage economical and cultural exchange.

Expanding Cooperation in Diverse Sectors.

Beyond tourism, the visa waiver agreement paves the way for mutual cooperation in various sectors. With easy travel procedures, businesses in both countries can engage in more frequent and efficient interactions, leading to increased trade and investment opportunities. 

Making collaborations in various sectors like IT, Agriculture and Manufacturing, as Belarus has strong foundation in IT and software development, and Vitenam gas a rapidly growing tech industry. Likewise, the agreement also promote academic exchange and joint research project, increasing knowledge sharing and innovations in the fields like agriculture and manufacturing. Making it easy for the student and researcher scholars to access the educational institutions and research facilities in both countries, leading to greater collaboration and advancements in their respective fields.

A Brighter Future for Both Nations.

In conclusion, the visa waiver agreement between Vietnam and Belarus marks a significant step towards their bilateral ties. By removing visa requirements, both countries have opened their doors for increasing tourism, trade, and cultural exchange. This agreement not only facilitates travel for citizens but also creates a more supportive environment for collaboration and mutual cooperation across various sectors, promising a brighter future for both the countries.