Issuance of international tour guide card – Conditions & Procedures

Issuance of international tour guide cards is an important requirement for those working as international tour guides. This is a tool to demonstrate capacity and compliance with regulations in the tourism industry. To be able to practice legally, customers need to clearly understand the necessary conditions and procedures according to Vietnamese law.

General regulations on tour guides

Tour guides are people who provide tourist guidance services, helping visitors better understand the locations, culture and history of the areas they visit. According to the provisions of Article 58 of the Law on Tourism 2017, tour guides can be divided into the following groups:

• International tour guide: Guide international tourists to Vietnam and take Vietnamese tourists abroad.
• Domestic tour guide: Guides Vietnamese tourists nationwide.
• On-site tour guide: Guides guests at specific tourist destinations and resorts.

Tour guides need to have a tour guide card to legally practice. This card is issued to qualified people and must be renewed after a certain period of time.

Conditions for being granted an international tour guide card

To be granted an international tour guide card, you need to meet the conditions prescribed in Clause 2, Article 59 of the Law on Tourism 2017 as follows:

• Nationality: You must be a Vietnamese citizen, have permanent residence in Vietnam.
• Civil capacity: You must have full civil capacity and no restrictions on your right to practice.
• Health: No infectious diseases, no drug use.
• Education level: Graduated from college or higher majoring in tourism guiding, or have a professional certificate in international tourism guiding if graduated in another major.
• Foreign language: You need to be able to fluently use a foreign language to register for practice. This can be proven through international foreign language degrees or certificates such as B2 certificate or foreign language certificate that meets the requirements according to Circular 13/2019/TT-BVHTTDL.

Card issuance procedures according to current regulations

To be granted an international tour guide card, you need to carry out the following procedures:

Card issuance documents

Documents required for card issuance include:

• Application for card issuance according to the form at Appendix II Circular 13/2019/TT-BVHTTDL.
• Curriculum vitae certified by the commune-level People’s Committee of the place of residence.
• Certified copies of diplomas, certificates of professional qualifications and foreign languages ​​as required.
• Health certificate issued by a competent medical examination and treatment facility for a period not exceeding 6 months.
• 3×4 color portrait photos (two photos).

CSPL: Clause 1, Article 60 of the Law on Tourism 2017.

Execution order

The process of issuing an international tour guide card is carried out according to the following steps:

Step 1: Submit application:

• Please submit your application at the Department of Tourism or the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
• Applications can be submitted in person or by post.

Step 2: Document processing:

• After receiving valid documents, within 15 days, the competent authority will review and issue a tour guide card to you.
• If the application does not meet the requirements, the issuing agency will notify you in writing and explain the reason for refusal.

CSPL: Clause 2, Article 60 of the Law on Tourism 2017.

Consulting and support for issuance of international tour guide cards in Long Phan

Long Phan specializes in providing consulting services and supporting customers in preparing documents and implementing procedures for issuing international tour guide cards. Services we provide include:

• Consulting on requirements and conditions to be granted an international tour guide card.
• Provide guidance and support in preparing complete documents for granting a tour guide card.
• Check and ensure your application fully meets the requirements of the card issuing agency.
• Representatives submit documents to competent agencies.
• Additional advice and support if documents are incomplete or invalid.
• Provide information on procedures for renewing tour guide cards when the card expires.

Issuing an international tour guide card is a requirement to legally practice as a tour guide. Customers need to comply with the regulations on conditions, procedures and prepare complete documents to complete this process. If you need assistance, please contact Long Phan via the hotline 0906735386 for detailed advice and to carry out procedures quickly and accurately.