Vietnam cuts aviation fees to support coronavirus-hit enterprises

The Ministry of Finance has decided to temporarily slash a number of charges and fees within the aviation sector in order to support those affected by the coronavirus outbreak.

The fee cuts are effective until the end of 2020.
The fee cuts are effective until the end of 2020.

Under a circular issued on May 27, a 10% cut will be offered to individuals and organisations using airport infrastructure and providing flight operation services, airport businesses, and those on foreign flights leaving and arriving at Vietnamese airports.

At the same time, those providing verification for granting certificates and licenses in civil aviation activities and entry permits to restricted areas at airports will have their fees reduced by 20%.

The circular is valid until the end of 2020 and the fees and charges will return to the normal levels in 2021.