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Vietnamese Visa Requirements for Business Travelers
January 19th, 2010
Although Vietnam is relatively poor overall, the country's economy has been growing rapidly over the past decade. In fact, according to Wikipedia, between 2000 and Vietnam's GDP grew at a rate of 7%, the second-fastest growth rate in the world during that time. Vietnam became a member of the World Trade Organization in 2007.
All of this means that Vietnam is increasingly becoming a destination for business travel, and it's important for travelers to know what to expect.
One important element that business travelers visiting other cultures must consider is the way that business etiquette can vary from country to country. According to this article from BuyUSA.gov:
"Vietnam is a markedly Confucian society and its business practices are often more similar to those of China,
Indonesian Business Visa Requirements
January 17th, 2010
If you are going on a business trip to Indonesia, it is important to do your homework first to ensure you are well-prepared for your trip. That includes making sure you have the right type of travel visa.
Business travelers need an Indonesian business visa. To make sure that your trip goes smoothly, you should apply in advance so that you have your visa before you depart the US.
Here's a list of what you will need to apply:
2 copies of the Indonesian visa application form
2 passport-sized photos
A copy of your round-trip tickets or your itinerary
A business letter of responsibility from the company that you work for.
If you need a multiple entry visa (ie, you will be entering and exiting Indonesia more than once) , you also need a letter of invitation fr
Azerbaijan Visa Requirements to See the Walled City of Baku (UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Week)
January 16th, 2010
This week's World Heritage Site of the Week is an ancient walled city in the country of Azerbaijan. The Walled City of Baku has been inhabited since the Paleolithic period. Over the centuries, the city has been Zoroastrian, Sasanian, Arabic, Persian, Shirvani, Ottoman, and Russian.
The buildings in the Old City are believed to date back to the 12th century AD, and include minarets, bathhouses, a palace and a tower. One of the main features is the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, an intricate stone palace build in the 15th century. Another landmark is the Maiden Tower, a round stone tower that dates back to the 12 century, possibly earlier. Once a watchtower, it has been turned into a museum.
The site was made into a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. The UNESCO website says i
Paraguay Visa Requirements For Business Travelers
January 16th, 2010
If your company decides to send you on a business trip to Paraguay, one important step that you will need to take to prepare for your trip is obtaining a Paraguay business visa. You will not be able to apply for a visa upon arrival in Paraguay, so you must apply in advance at the Paraguayan Embassy in Washington, DC or the nearest Paraguayan consulate.
To ensure that your visa application is approved in a timely fashion, it is important to make sure that all of the necessary documents are included. Here's what you need to get a Paraguay business visa:
2 copies of a completed Paraguay visa application form
2 passport-sized photos
2 copies of the vital data pages of your passport (the first 2 pages that have your personal information on them).
2 copies of your return airline ti
Ghana Embassy Visa Requirements for Tourists
January 13th, 2010
If you are a US citizen and planning to visit Ghana, you need to apply for a travel visa from the Ghana Embassy. Visa requirements vary depending on the purpose of your trip. Here are the requirements for tourists:
The Ghana Embassy requires you to complete 4 copies of their visa application form. You can photocopy the application, BUT each form must have your original signature on it. So, if you don't want to fill out the form 4 separate times, fill it out but don't sign it, make copies and then sign each copy individually.
A copy of your international yellow fever vaccine certificate. Keep the original-you will need to carry it with you to enter Ghana.
A copy of your round-trip plane tickets or your travel itinerary.
Your US passport, which must be valid for at
