Question: “ How will the increase of the base salary level to 2,530,000 VND/month from July 01, 2026 under Decree 161/2026/ND-CP impact private enterprises, especially entities having contracts for provision of services to the public sector or having wage scales/tables referenced to the base salary?”   Answer: Although the direct subject of regulation of the […]

Question: Our company is currently operating in the field of commercial and service business. We intend to expand into the nightclub (bar) sector, providing alcoholic beverages and hosting DJ music events. What business lines must we add to our company registration, and what licenses or permits are required to operate legally?   Answer: Based on […]

Question After a company is merged or consolidated with another company, do the existing employment contracts remain valid, or must the successor company sign new employment contracts with its employees? Answer Under the Vietnamese Labor Code 2019, a merger or consolidation of enterprises does not automatically terminate existing employment contracts. The successor employer is responsible […]

Question: Is an employer required to withhold 10% personal income tax (PIT) when paying salary to an employee after the employment contract has been terminated? Answer Under Clause 2, Article 50 of Decree No. 253/2026/ND-CP, where an employer pays salary, wages, or other income to an employee after the employment contract has been terminated, the […]

Question What procedures must an employer follow when terminating employment contracts due to organizational restructuring, technological changes, or economic reasons? Answer Under Article 42 of the Labor Code 2019, an employer may terminate employment contracts in cases of organizational restructuring, technological changes, or economic reasons. However, such termination is only lawful if the employer fully […]