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 […]
Partner 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 […]
Franchising in the food service sector

Question: Our company is located in Ho Chi Minh City and operates in the food service industry. We have also registered our trademark. Currently, we aim to expand to other provinces and cities in the country by franchising to other parties. Could you please advise on any conditions required for our catering service and if […]
Establish company

Question: We are planning to establish a company in Ho Chi Minh City to primarily engage in small-scale business activities, specifically conducting workshops on pottery and painting. We would like to inquire about the main business line that we should register for our company. Answer On this matter, SB Law would like to respond as […]