Comprehensive update on new regulations on tax declaration, tax refund, and tax administration procedures for business households and business individuals pursuant to Circular 50/2026/TT-BTC

Question: Our enterprise is currently cooperating with and providing a commercial platform for various business households and business individuals. I am informed that the newly promulgated Circular 50/2026/TT-BTC has replaced all declaration forms and sets forth new provisions on tax refunds and bank account updates. Please provide expert advice clarifying the core new points, potential […]

Comprehensive update on the set of forms and reports in investment activities in Vietnam and investment promotion pursuant to Circular 55/2026/TT-BTC

Question: As an FDI enterprise preparing to submit an application dossier for investment project adjustment and implement periodic reports, I recently heard that the Ministry of Finance has just promulgated new forms replacing all forms of previous investment procedures. Could the expert provide clear advice on the core new points, the risks if incorrectly submitting […]

ADVICE ON LABOR

Question: What is an occupational disease? What benefits are employees suffering from occupational diseases entitled to under the law? Answer: Pursuant to Clause 9, Article 3 of the Law on Occupational Safety and Hygiene 2015, an occupational disease is a disease arising from harmful working conditions that affect employees in the course of their employment. […]

If the buyer has paid a deposit but the seller later changes their mind and refuses to proceed with the sale, can the buyer request a refund of the deposit and claim compensation for damages?

Question: I paid a deposit to purchase a house, but afterward the seller changed their mind and no longer wants to sell the property. Am I entitled to request a refund of the deposit and compensation? Answer: Pursuant to Article 328 of the 2015 Civil Code, a deposit is a transaction whereby one party delivers […]

Is an employee who resigns without prior notice required to pay compensation?

Question: I signed a 02-year definite-term labor contract, but I currently want to resign immediately without giving prior notice to the company. Am I required to pay compensation?.  Answer: Pursuant to Article 35 of the 2019 Labor Code, an employee has the right to unilaterally terminate a labor contract, provided that the statutory notice period […]