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Vietnam Cross-Border E-Commerce Regulations and IP Protection Mandatory Registration: Foreign e-commerce platforms and merchants with a local Vietnamese domain (.vn) or a Vietnamese-language interface must register with the Ministry of...
Act early: Vietnamese courts and arbitral tribunals favor proactive creditors who initiate structured pre-litigation demands before assets dissipate. Choose the forum wisely: International arbitration is generally more efficient and reliable...
Vietnam Construction Dispute FAQ: Guide for Foreign Developers When a major capital project in Vietnam experiences delays, cost overruns, or contractor defects, the financial stakes are massive. Navigating Vietnam's complex...
Vietnam is one of the fastest-growing manufacturing and e-commerce hubs in Southeast Asia. For foreign brands entering this active market in 2026, protecting intellectual property (IP) is a primary business...
2026 Checklist for Vietnam Joint Venture Regulations
Jun 23, 20262026 Checklist for Vietnam Joint Venture Regulations In 2026, Vietnam remains one of the world's most active investment destinations. However, establishing a joint venture (JV) requires navigating a complex and...
Vietnam Technology Licensing: Joint Venture or Direct? When expanding a technology-driven business into Vietnam, you face a fundamental strategic choice: establish a joint venture (JV) with a local partner or...
Importing Goods to Vietnam: 2026 Foreign Trader Guide Vietnam is a major global manufacturing and consumer hub in 2026, backed by an expanding network of free trade agreements. However, navigating...
How Foreign Tech Companies Comply with Vietnam's Data Laws Doing digital business in Vietnam requires a clear understanding of its evolving regulations. For international tech companies, e-commerce platforms, and SaaS...
From August 2024, the new Law on Real Estate Business in Vietnam caps any pre-contract deposit for off-plan homes at 5% of the selling price until you sign the Sale...
Vietnam is moving from a patchwork of ICT and cybersecurity rules to a full Law on Personal Data Protection (PDP Law) that will apply strictly from January 2026, on top...
Vietnam's Labor Code 2019 and the Social Insurance Laws (2014 and amended 2024, effective 1 July 2025) govern most employment and social security rights, with enforcement by MOLISA and Vietnam...
Since 1 January 2025, Viet Kieu who hold a valid Vietnamese passport have held land use rights in Vietnam on the same basis as domestic citizens, under the 2024 Land...
Foreigners legally working in Vietnam have the same fundamental labor protections as local citizens under the Vietnam Labor Code. Employers must follow strict statutory procedures and notice periods before they...
Notice Periods: Employees can resign without cause by giving 30 to 45 days' notice. Employers cannot unilaterally dismiss you without legal grounds. Visa and TRC Cancellation: Your Temporary Residence Card...
Foreign Ownership Limits in Vietnam's Emerging Industries Vietnam's Law on Investment categorizes business activities into unrestricted, conditional, and prohibited sectors, heavily dictating where foreign capital can be deployed. Logistics and...
Intellectual Property Protection for Foreign Manufacturers in Vietnam Key Takeaways Protecting your intellectual property in Vietnam requires early action and a clear understanding of local regulations before you begin manufacturing....
Penalty Caps: Under the Commercial Law 2005, monetary penalties for breaches are capped at 8% of the value of the breached obligation portion, unless otherwise specified in specialized laws. Arbitration...
Renewing a contract in Vietnam requires a formal written amendment or a new agreement to satisfy the Civil Code 2015 and Commercial Law 2005 requirements for validity. Price adjustment clauses...
Prioritize Registration: Vietnam is a "First-to-File" jurisdiction, meaning rights are generally awarded to the first person to file an application, regardless of prior use. 2026 Digital Shifts: All IP filings...
Foreign manufacturers must obtain an Investment Registration Certificate (IRC) followed by an Enterprise Registration Certificate (ERC) to operate legally. Industrial Zones (IZs) offer established infrastructure, while Economic Zones (EZs) provide...