Recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments on division of property after divorce in vietnam
Dear Lawyer, My spouse and I are both Vietnamese citizens. We got married abroad and subsequently registered our marriage in Vietnam. We have divorced pursuant to a mutual consent divorce decision issued by a Vietnamese court. However, under the laws of the foreign country where we resided, divorce does not provide for a distinction between […]
Application for certificate of eligibility for food safety
Dear Company, I would like to inquire: For our company that is preparing to produce and trade food products, what steps do we need to take to apply for Certificates of Food safety eligibility? Answer 1. Entities required to obtain the Certificate of Food safety eligibility: Food production and trading establishments must obtain a Certificate […]
Legal regulations relating to conditions for recognition of a product as a medical device
Our company currently has a product in the form of a nasal spray and is considering an appropriate registration route for market circulation. The company would like to know whether this product can be registered as a medical device. Answer 1. Can the product be registered as a medical device? According to Clause 1 Article […]
Can foreigners who have left vietnam obtain a criminal record certificate?
Question: Currently, many foreigners who previously lived or worked in Vietnam but have now left the country need to obtain a Criminal Record Certificate for purposes such as immigration, marriage, or resolving legal disputes abroad. In cases where they cannot return to Vietnam in person, is it possible for them to apply for a Criminal […]
Legal Issues in Internal Governance of Joint Stock Companies with Foreign Shareholders
Question: Our company is a joint stock company with foreign shareholders (holding 35% of shares). We would like to review legal issues related to voting rights, information access rights and the right to convene the General Meeting of Shareholders (GMS) of this shareholder to standardize the Charter and ensure transparency in internal management. Can SB […]
Contributing Intellectual Property as Capital
Question: Our company plans to accept a capital contribution from an individual in the form of proprietary software and a registered trademark. We request SB Law’s advice on the legal conditions to validate such contribution and avoid legal risks in profit distribution or dissolution. Answer Pursuant to Articles 34 and 35 of the Law on […]
Use of E-Contracts in International Commercial Transactions
Question: We plan to adopt fully electronic contracts for international commercial transactions. Can SB Law advise on the legal validity of e-contracts in international commerce and what conditions must be satisfied to ensure enforceability, especially in case of disputes? Answer: Under Vietnam’s Law on E-Transactions 2005 (amended 2023) and the UNCITRAL Model Law on Electronic […]
Legal Advice on the Procedure for Termination of Tax Code Validity for Branch Closure
Question: We are currently in the process of applying for the termination of the tax code validity in order to close our Ho Chi Minh City Branch. However, upon submission, the Tax Officer advised us to reconsider as the closure of the HCMC Branch may give rise to the following two issues: 1. Temporary exit […]
SB Law – Legal Representation for a Hong Kong Client in a Dispute over a Deposit Agreement for Apartment Purchase
In the context of Vietnam’s growing integration and economic development, the real estate market has emerged as an attractive destination not only for domestic investors but also for many foreign individuals and organizations. However, alongside its potential, the market also presents various legal risks—particularly for foreign investors who may not be fully familiar with Vietnam’s […]