Hanoi (VNA) - Processing time for visa exemption certificates at Vietnamese representative offices abroad is shortened from two working days to one. Additionally, a new option is introduced to allow the submission of visa application documents via postal services to the competent Vietnamese visa-issuing authorities abroad. Furthermore, the processing time for the notarisation of contracts and transactions to authenticate their validity and legality is shortened from a maximum of two working days to within 24 working hours. For complex contracts or transactions, the notarisation period will be reduced from no more than 10 working days to six. The Prime Minister also permits the use of digital signatures and e-seals when submitting applications for diplomatic and official passports at domestic agencies of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs./.