Procedures for granting international travel service business licenses

The issuance of an international travel service business license is a process that includes clear steps specifically stipulated in current law. Correctly following this process not only ensures legality but also helps businesses operate effectively, and sustainably in the field of travel services. In the following article, Long Phan will provide an overview of each step in the licensing process, and highlight the legal requirements that businesses need to pay attention to.

Conditions for granting an international travel service business license

To apply for an international travel service business license, businesses need to meet a number of legal conditions as prescribed in Clause 2, Article 31 of the Law on Tourism 2017. These conditions include:

• Being a legally established enterprise: The enterprise must be registered according to the provisions of law on enterprises in Vietnam, meaning it has a Business Registration Certificate or Investment Registration Certificate.
• Deposit at bank: Enterprises must deposit money for international travel services at a commercial bank in Vietnam. The current prescribed deposit level is 500 million VND for businesses providing international travel services abroad and 250 million VND for businesses organizing tourists in Vietnam.
• The person in charge of the business’s travel activities must have a diploma in a travel major or a certificate in international tourism operations.

Procedures for granting an international travel service business license

Applying for an international travel service business license requires businesses to follow the correct process with all necessary documents. Regulations in Article 33 of the Law on Tourism 2017 and Circular 06/2017/TT-BVHTTDL clearly guide this procedure.

Documents need to be prepared

Dossier to apply for a travel service business license as prescribed in Clause 1, Article 33 of the Law on Tourism 2017 includes:

• Application for an international travel service business license according to the form prescribed by the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism;
• Notarized copy of Business Registration Certificate or Investment Registration Certificate issued by a competent state agency;
• Deposit certificate for travel service business activities;
• Notarized copies of diplomas and certificates of the person in charge of travel service business as prescribed in Point c, Clause 2, Article 31 of this Law;
• Notarized copy of the appointment decision or labor contract between the travel enterprise and the person in charge of the travel service business.

The required documents are detailed and complete to verify the financial, legal and professional capacity of the business. Businesses need to pay attention to preparing complete documents to avoid being returned or prolonging the appraisal time.

Execution order

According to Clause 2, Article 33 of the Law on Tourism 2017 and Circular 06/2017/TT-BVHTTDL, the license application process is carried out as follows:

• Submit application at Vietnam National Administration of Tourism: Enterprises must submit a complete and accurate application set to this agency.
• Document appraisal: Within 10 working days of receiving valid documents, the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism will appraise and issue the license. If the dossier is invalid, the business will be notified in writing and will need to make amendments and supplements as required.

To make the processing process quick, it is required that documents must be complete and in accordance with regulations from the beginning. This requires businesses to check carefully before submitting. Businesses need to pay attention to the validity of documents to avoid wasting time reprocessing.

Competent authority to issue License

The competent authority to grant international travel service business licenses is the Vietnam National Tourism Administration. This agency is also responsible for notifying the provincial tourism agency where the business is headquartered if the application is approved. Submitting applications directly to the General Department of Tourism shows the centralized nature of this process. Businesses need to pay attention to where and how to submit applications to ensure the process goes smoothly.

Consulting services and guidance on implementing procedures for granting international travel service business licenses in Long Phan

Long Phan provides legal consulting services, supports businesses in completing documents, and ensures compliance with regulations on applying for an international travel service business license. Specifically, our services include:

• Consulting on legal issues regarding conditions as well as procedures to apply for an international travel service business license.
• Assist you in drafting and preparing documents and records.
• Support you to submit documents to the competent authority.
• Exchange, monitor, and provide information to you during the process of granting an international travel business license.
• Consulting and support when documents are rejected or need to be supplemented.
• Consulting on other relevant regulations.

Consulting services for issuing international travel service business licenses at Long Phan not only support businesses in carrying out legal procedures but also help them build a solid foundation for sustainable development in the tourism industry. If you need advice on licensing procedures for international travel services, please contact Long Phan via hotline: 0906735386 to receive timely support from consulting experts.