Tourist Destination Recognition: Technical Procedure

Tourist destination recognition validates locations with potential for management and exploitation under legal regulations. This process enhances service quality while preserving cultural and natural values. Long Phan Consulting Company presents the technical conditions, documentation standards, and execution sequence based on current Vietnamese law.

Technical Requirements and Conditions

Strict adherence to Article 11 of Decree 168/2017/NĐ-CP ensures service quality and visitor safety. Management units must fulfill these criteria before filing for tourist destination recognition.

• Resource and Boundary: The site must possess tourism resources with boundaries defined on a topographic map certified by competent authorities.

• Infrastructure and Services:

  • Convenient traffic connections and communication systems.

  • Stable electricity and clean water supply.

  • Signage and explanatory notes regarding the destination.

  • Food and shopping services.

• Security and Environment:

  • 24-hour security personnel.

  • Publicly posted contact details of the management unit.

  • Mechanisms for receiving and resolving visitor feedback.

  • Clean, ventilated, and illuminated public restrooms sufficient for peak capacity.

  • Waste and wastewater treatment measures compliant with environmental protection laws.

  • Fire prevention and control protocols.

Competent Authority

The provincial specialized agency for tourism (Department of Tourism or Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism) holds the authority to receive dossiers. This agency verifies validity, organizes site inspections, and submits proposals to the Provincial People’s Committee.

Under Article 24, Clause 2 of the Law on Tourism 2017, the Chairman of the Provincial People’s Committee signs the decision. The appraisal process often involves consultation with the Department of Transport, Department of Construction, Department of Natural Resources and Environment, and Provincial Police to assess traffic safety, construction quality, and security.

Documentation Standards

Documentation requirements follow Article 24, Clause 1 of the Law on Tourism 2017 and Circular 06/2017/TT-BVHTTDL.

• Application Form: Form No. 01, Appendix II of Circular 06/2017/TT-BVHTTDL. This document declares the destination name, address, and management unit details.

• Explanatory Report: A detailed document proving compliance with Article 23, Clause 1 of the Law on Tourism and Article 11 of Decree 168/2017/NĐ-CP. It must describe tourism resources, infrastructure status, security plans, and environmental sanitation.

• Legal Evidence: Certified copies of the Enterprise Registration Certificate, Establishment Decision, Land Use Right Certificate (or lease contract), and resource management assignment documents.

• Technical Safety: Fire safety acceptance minutes and security certificates issued by police authorities. A topographic map of the boundaries is mandatory.

Execution Sequence

The procedure for tourist destination recognition follows the steps outlined in Article 24 of the Law on Tourism 2017.

Step 1: Submission and Receipt The management unit submits one dossier set to the Department of Tourism or relevant provincial agency. Submission occurs directly at the public administration center or via post. Officers issue a receipt if the file is complete.

Step 2: Appraisal and Site Inspection Within 20 days of receiving a valid dossier, the specialized agency conducts an appraisal. This involves verifying legal documents and organizing a physical inspection of the site. The inspection team checks infrastructure, services, and security against the explanatory report.

Step 3: Decision Issuance Within 10 days of receiving the appraisal result, the Provincial People’s Committee issues the Decision on Recognition. The total statutory processing time is 30 days for valid dossiers.

Consulting and Implementation Services

Long Phan Consulting Company provides comprehensive legal solutions for tourist destination recognition.

• Condition Assessment: Direct survey of facilities and technical infrastructure. Evaluation of security, fire safety, and environmental compliance against state standards.

• Dossier Perfection: Drafting the application and detailed explanatory report. Reviewing and notarizing land and business documents. Coordination with surveying units for topographic mapping.

• Administrative Representation: Submitting files, monitoring appraisal progress, participating in site inspections, and receiving the final decision.

Technical Inquiries

Statutory Processing Timeframe

The total time limit is 30 days from the receipt of a valid dossier (20 days for appraisal, 10 days for decision). Real-world processing may vary depending on dossier complexity.

Revocation Risk

The Provincial People’s Committee will revoke the recognition decision if the destination fails to maintain conditions regarding resources, infrastructure, security, or environmental protection (Article 24, Clause 3, Law on Tourism 2017).

Individual Management Eligibility

Both organizations and individuals possessing valid resources and infrastructure may apply for recognition.

Accommodation Requirements

Accommodation services are not mandatory for a “tourist destination.” The law only mandates food and shopping services (Decree 168/2017/NĐ-CP).

Recognition Benefits

Recognized destinations gain inclusion in national and local tourism promotion lists and become eligible for state investment support programs.

Conclusion

Successful tourist destination recognition requires deep understanding of the Law on Tourism and strict compliance with infrastructure standards. Long Phan Consulting Company ensures legal precision for your project. Contact Hotline 1900636389 for specialized support.