VAT Rate Applicable to Sales Revenue in Vietnam
VAT Rate Applicable to Sales Revenue in Vietnam Question: For sales to local customers in Vietnam, what is the VAT rate? Answer: According to the current regulations of Vietnamese law, value-added tax (VAT) for wholesale trade services of machinery, equipment, and electronic components (based on the company's business lines) is applied at a tax rate […]
Legal consequences of shareholder's delayed capital contribution in a business
Our company is a joint-stock company established on August 1, 2024, with a registered charter capital of VND 10 billion. According to regulations, founding shareholders must contribute the committed capital within the legally prescribed period. However, to date, some shareholders have not fully contributed their capital. In this case, is the company violating capital contribution […]
Ask what procedures I need to follow in order to return to Vietnam nationality
Question: I am a Vietnamese citizen currently working in Canada and have completed the procedures for obtaining Canadian citizenship. However, I have not yet renounced my Vietnamese citizenship. Since my wife and children still reside in Vietnam, I will frequently stay there temporarily while working in Canada. I would like to ask what procedures I […]
Can the approval for share acquisition be obtained when required by the bank, even if registration is not mandatory?
Question: Our company is a foreign-invested economic organization and is conducting a share transfer transaction. According to regulations, our company is not required to register for share acquisition. However, when executing the transaction at the bank, we were asked to provide the approval letter for share acquisition from the Department of Planning and Investment. In […]
Regulations on salary, bonuses, allowances, and collective labor agreements: Is it mandatory for businesses to issue them?
Question: Our company is wondering whether it is mandatory to issue regulations on salary, bonus, allowances, and the Collective Labor Agreement (CLA). If we do not implement these regulations, what legal risks might we face? Answer 1. Collective Labor Agreement (CLA) – Is It a Mandatory Document? According to Clause 1, Article 75 of the […]
SBLAW consultancy for investors from Thailand
On April 3rd, 2025, we were delighted to welcome Mr. Christopher and his partner, investors from Thailand, to our SB Law Ho Chi Minh City office. They are eager to introduce a unique product to Vietnam’s pet food market – rabbit food, a product that is still not widely well-known in the country. Although […]
SBLaw signs strategic cooperation with 3 Chinese law firms
On March 26, 2025, SB Law officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement with three prestigious law firms in China: Fashun Guangxi, Hansheng Shanghai (Nanning) and Quangui Guangxi. These are leading legal firms, specializing in providing comprehensive legal consulting and support services to clients in the fields of economics, trade and cross-border investment. These firms have […]
Successful Copyright Registration for the Logo Design of Dai Phuc Loc Tho Import-Export Trading and Services Co., Ltd.
In an increasingly competitive market, protecting intellectual property is the key to helping businesses assert their position and achieve sustainable growth. A logo is not only a symbol of brand identity but also an invaluable asset that needs to be protected to avoid the risk of being copied or infringed upon. Recognizing this, Dai Phuc […]
Successful Copyright Registration for Membership 4.0 Software by Membee Technology Joint Stock Company
As the digital economy continues to grow and competition intensifies, protecting intellectual property has become a crucial factor for every pioneering business. Creativity is a driving force for development and a valuable asset that must be strictly safeguarded. Recently, SBLAW successfully assisted Membee Technology Joint Stock Company in registering the copyright for its software Membership […]