# South Korea-Vietnam bilateral cooperation > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/south-korea-vietnam-bilateral-cooperation > Updated: 2026-10-21T03:40:26.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. South Korea and Vietnam are deepening bilateral ties through expanded cooperation in education, medicine, and travel. In the academic and medical sectors, South Korean institutions have entered into agreements to strengthen the Saemaul Undong network and promote sustainable development through the Park Chung Hee Saemaul Graduate School. Additionally, medical technology exchanges between Jeonbuk National University Hospital and Hue University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital have focused on the joint research and commercialization of advanced diagnostic and vision improvement devices. Furthering these connections, South Korea has expanded visa options for Vietnamese citizens, introducing multi-entry visas valid for up to 10 years. These visas, which allow stays of up to 90 days per entry, are available to specific groups including residents of major metropolitan areas, professionals, degree holders, high-ranking government officials, and representatives of foreign-invested enterprises. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-21: South Korea expands multi-entry visa options for Vietnamese citizens South Korea is offering Vietnamese citizens multi-entry visas valid for up to 10 years, allowing 90-day stays per entry for eligible professionals, residents of major cities, and certain graduates. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/south-korea-expands-multi-entry-visa-options-for-vietnamese-citizens ### 2026-09-30: South Korea expands educational and medical cooperation with Vietnam South Korean universities and hospitals are strengthening ties with Vietnamese institutions through Saemaul Undong educational diplomacy and medical technology exchanges. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/south-korea-expands-educational-and-medical-cooperation-with-vietnam --- Cite as: South Korea-Vietnam bilateral cooperation. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/south-korea-vietnam-bilateral-cooperation