Collaborator contract: Is it an employment contract?

On March 22, 2023, I signed a Collaborator Contract to work for a company, but is this Contract a type of labor contract? Are there any legal risks in entering into a collaborator contract? Answer: Because you have not provided specific content and terms of the Contract, we cannot determine whether it is a Labor […]

Establishing a poker club: Legal conditions and risks?

Dear Lawyer, I would like to establish a Poker club for business purposes in District 2, Ho Chi Minh City, aiming to organize tournaments and provide services for poker players. Could you please advise me on the legal conditions, procedures, and requirements for establishing a poker club and obtaining the necessary licenses to operate legally? […]

Legal Newsletter – Week of May 26 to May 30, 2025

SBLAW is pleased to present to our esteemed readers the Legal Newsletter for Week 4 of May (May 26–30, 2025), featuring the following key highlights: TAXES – FEES – CHARGESCircular No. 32/2025/TT-BTC provides guidance on the implementation of the Law on Tax Administration, Decree No. 123/2020/ND-CP on invoices and documents, and Decree No. 70/2025/ND-CP amending […]

Procedures and Dossier for Obtaining a Retail Business License

Question: Currently, our company does not yet have a business license for retail distribution: (What are the procedures, what documents are required, and what is the legal basis?) Answer: Enterprises intending to engage in retail distribution activities in Vietnam must apply for a Business License from the Department of Industry and Trade in the locality […]

Legal Consultation on Overtime Pay Arrangement?

Question: Currently, our company operates in the logistics sector, where the workload is highly dependent on customer demand and varies significantly depending on the season or specific time periods. As a result, some departments have exceeded the statutory overtime limit under the Labor Code, with approximately 30% of employees having worked over 200 overtime hours […]

Procedure for Obtaining a Work Permit for a Foreigner in Vietnam

Question: We are a foreign company that has established a Representative Office in Vietnam. We are currently seeking to apply for a Work Permit for a new foreign Chief Representative in order to legalize her employment in Vietnam. Please advise us on the procedure, required documents, and relevant legal requirements. Answer: Based on the information […]