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 […]

Question: I am planning to open a traditional medicine clinic and am preparing the application for a license to operate. According to regulations, the chief physician of a healthcare facility must be a licensed practitioner. However, I currently only have a practice certificate issued on September 12, 2022. I am not sure whether this certificate […]

Question: I have a traditional medicine doctor's degree and a practice certificate issued on September 12, 2022 with a practice period of 12 months. I am currently updating my CME knowledge. I want to open a pharmacy selling finished non-prescription oriental medicine products in Dong Nai province, and also provide acupuncture and acupressure services. With […]

On March 7th, 2024, The Government issued a Decree 30/2024/ND-CP regulation on the management of motorized vehicles registered abroad, brought by foreigners for tourism purposes. - Must have a guiding vehicle in front of the foreign motorized vehicles while participating in Vietnam’s traffic. The guiding vehicle must be a car ( if the tourists drive […]

In Vietnam, foreign enterprises have a valuable opportunity to expand their commercial footprint by establishing representative offices. This strategic avenue enables companies to explore the Vietnamese market without the burdens of significant initial investment or corporate income tax obligations. However, meticulous attention to the legal framework is imperative to ensure compliance and mitigate any potential […]