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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...
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...
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...
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...
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 is a major global manufacturing and consumer hub in 2026, backed by an expanding network of free trade agreements. However, navigating the country's regulatory framework requires a precise understanding...
When expanding a technology-driven business into Vietnam, you face a fundamental strategic choice: establish a joint venture (JV) with a local partner or execute a direct licensing agreement. As Vietnam...
In 2026, Vietnam remains one of the world's most active investment destinations. However, establishing a joint venture (JV) requires navigating a complex and fast-moving regulatory framework. The regulatory environment has...
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...
Mandatory Licensing Updates: A joint venture (JV) buyout is not legally complete when you sign the contract. Ownership changes require amending both the Investment Registration Certificate (IRC) and the Enterprise...
Entering a joint venture (JV) in Vietnam offers rapid access to a growing market by leveraging a local partner's networks, regulatory knowledge, and land-use rights. However, joint ventures in Vietnam...
requires direct risk management. As Vietnam continues to grow as a manufacturing and trade powerhouse in 2026, foreign corporations must deal with a legal system that blends French civil law...
No Direct Land Ownership: Foreign investors cannot buy land outright in Vietnam. You secure Land Use Rights (LUR) by leasing industrial land for terms up to 50 years (or 70...
How Foreign Investors Prevent Competition Law Violations in Vietnam Joint Ventures Expanding into Vietnam through a joint venture (JV) offers foreign corporations rapid access to local distribution networks and manufacturing...
Statutory pre-litigation negotiation is mandatory in Vietnam. Skipping early negotiations allows respondents to delay proceedings or get claims dismissed as premature. Foreign governing law clauses will not shield you from...
A Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise (WFOE) gives you 100% equity ownership and full operational authority, making it the default option for open business sectors in Vietnam. Joint Ventures (JVs) are compulsory...
Liquidating a Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise (WFOE) or joint venture in Vietnam takes 6 to 18 months, driven mostly by tax and customs clearance audits. You must notify the Business Registration...
Vietnam's Civil Code 2015 and Commercial Law 2005 govern supply chain breach claims, force majeure exemptions, and remedy caps. Early evidence preservation and formal written notices prevent buyers from accidentally...
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....