APPROACHING MARKET PRICES – THE ART OF LAND VALUATION IN THE 2024 LAND LAW AND ITS GUIDING DOCUMENTS.

Land valuation plays a crucial role in today's market economy. This activity not only provides a foundation for stabilizing the land market but also ensures the fulfillment of financial obligations regarding land by its users. However, the land valuation process under the 2013 Land Law and its guiding documents revealed numerous limitations and inadequacies, leading […]
CONSULTATION FOR BUSINESSES ON SOCIAL INSURANCE CONTRIBUTIONS WHEN EMPLOYEES WORK FOR MUTIPLE EMPLOYERS

Employee X terminated their employment contract with our company at the end of December 2023. Employee X has since entered into an employment contract with another company. However, Employee X has continued to work for our company but has ceased contributing to social insurance under our company since January 2024 until now. Employee X has only […]
Payment Procedures and Tax Obligations in the Transfer of Capital Contributions Between Japanese Investors in Vietnam

Investor A and B (in Japan) jointly invest in company X in Vietnam. A sells its capital contribution to B. According to the Sale and Purchase Agreement, A has the obligation to pay taxes to the contractor for the income derived from the transfer activity. In this case, I have several questions as follows: What […]
RISKS WHEN PURCHASING FUTURE-FORMED HOUSING IN VIETNAM

Transactions involving the purchase of future-formed housing offer numerous advantages to both investors and buyers. For investors, this approach serves as a means of raising capital without incurring interest costs to customers. Conversely, for buyers, it provides an opportunity to participate in the construction process, ensuring that the home aligns with their preferences. Additionally, buyers […]
Legal Newsletter – Week from February 3, 2025, to February 7, 2025

The newsletter provides updates on important legal regulations issued during the week, covering various fields including Tax – Fees – Charges, Investment, Transportation, Enterprises, Land, Labor, and Commerce. Key Highlights: Tax – Fees – Charges Guidelines on import tax refunds for re-exported goods under Official Letter 4610/TCHQ-TXNK. Land rental exemption policy under Official Letter 4308/TCT-CS. […]
POINTS TO NOTE WHEN ORGANIZING EXTRA CLASSES

From February 14, 2025, Circular 29/2024/TT-BGDDT will officially take effect, replacing Circular 17/2012/TT-BGDDT. This new regulation introduces significant changes that teachers, schools, and extracurricular teaching facilities must pay close attention to in order to ensure legal compliance. Here are three key points you cannot overlook when organizing extra teaching and learning! 1. Banned extra classes - Extra classes […]
SBLAW LEGAL NEWSLETTER – JANUARY 2025

SBLAW presents the January 2025 Legal Newsletter, providing key updates on newly issued regulations in various fields, including Tax - Fees - Charges, Investment, Banking & Finance, Real Estate, Transportation, Land, Labor, and Commerce. Key Highlights: 1. Tax-Fees - Charges Decree 180/2024/ND-CP: Regulations on VAT reduction policy, applicable from January 1, 2025, to June 30, […]
Procedures for Merging a Capital-Contributing Member in a Limited Liability Company with 100% Foreign Investment Capital

My company is a limited liability company with two or more members and 100% foreign capital operating in Vietnam. Currently, one of the company's capital investors is planning to merge with another company in foreign country. In case of a successful merger, does our company need to carry out procedures to adjust the Investment Registration […]
KEY UPDATES ON LAND LITIGATION IN THE LAND LAW 2024 COMPARED TO THE LAND LAW 2013

The Land Law 2024, which has came into effect on August 1, 2024, builds upon the 2013 Land Law and introduces significant changes in the field of land litigation. These amendments aim to resolve land disputes and violations more effectively. Below are the key updates: 1. Regulations on “Land Dispute Mediation” under Article 235 Under […]