Legal conditions and procedures for establishing a branch of a foreign enterprise in Vietnam
Question: Foreign enterprises may establish a branch in Vietnam to conduct business activities. However, I would like to gain a clearer understanding of the legal requirements and procedural steps involved in establishing a branch under Vietnamese law. Answer: According to Article 8 of Decree No. 07/2016/ND-CP, foreign businesses must meet the following conditions to […]
Procedures for Converting Garden Land to Residential Land
As soon as VietTimes published the article “Hanoi residents ‘shocked’ as land use fees skyrocket under the new pricing table”, many readers inquired about whether their parents, who own garden land, could convert it into residential land, what procedures were required, and how much they would have to pay. Regarding the issue of converting garden […]
What is the legal framework governing patent examination in Vietnam?
The legal framework for patent examination in Vietnam is primarily based on the following (*) INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW 2005, AMENDED IN 2022 Article 3. Subjects of intellectual property rights Subjects of copyright include literary, artistic and scientific works; subjects of rights related to copyright include performances, sound recordings, video recordings, broadcast programs, and encrypted satellite […]
Is it mandatory for a third fixed-term labor contract to be converted into an indefinite-term contract for foreign workers?
Question: As I understand, in Vietnam, a fixed-term labor contract for the third time must be converted into an indefinite-term labor contract. However, I am not sure if this regulation applies to foreign workers. Answer: According to Clause 2, Article 151 of the Labor Code 2019, the term of a labor contract for foreign workers […]
KIND-HEARTED, BUT CHARITY MUST COME FROM THE HEART
'La lanh dum la rach’ reflects one of the beautiful traditions of our nation. The spirit of mutual support and affection is always demonstrated through charitable activities. These activities represent a kind heart; however, a kind heart must be tied to charitable actions that come from the heart. The fundamental requirement of heartfelt charitable activities […]
Legal Newsletter Febuary, 2025
Tax - Fees - Charges• Amendments and supplements to the export-import tariff and the management of taxes for enterprises with related party transactions. Commerce• Classification of statistics by economic sectors. Investment• Guidelines on investment law regarding special investment procedures and amendments to decrees on public procurement law. Accounting - Auditing• State Audit Office issues guidelines […]
Legal Newsletter – Week from February 24, 2025, to February 28, 2025
Commerces New Mechanism for managing oil and gasoline business Draft Circular on trade defense measures Draft Circular on rules of origin of goods in the free trade agreement (Draft 2) Finance - Bank Issuing a Decision that regulates the functions, tasksm powers, and organizational structure of the Department of Planning, Finance, and Enterprise Management Immigration […]
DIVORCE SETTLEMENT WHEN BOTH SPOUSES ARE LIVING ABROAD
Jurisdiction for Divorce Settlement When Both Spouses Reside Abroad Ms. N.T.M and Mr. N.C.V registered their marriage in H Province, Vietnam, in 2021. After getting married, they moved to Japan to live and work. By 2025, due to irreconcilable marital conflicts, they decided to divorce. If both spouses are currently residing, studying, or working in […]
Carbon Credits – Opportunities and Challenges for Vietnamese Enterprises
What are carbon credits and why are they being emphasized?Climate change is a global challenge that forces countries and businesses to seek solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. One of the most important tools currently available is carbon credits, which are seen as a financial mechanism to encourage green projects and help businesses meet their […]