Importing to Vietnam: An Overview of Opportunities, Regulations & How-to

With a population of over 99.2 million (2022 updated), Vietnam is undoubtedly a tempting market for foreigners to expand their business, or invest in. However, your focus should be on the coming trends in regard to middle-class growth, which has shown one of the most robust growths in the world. It is expected that Vietnam … Continued

Navigating Annual Tax Returns (Tax Finalization) in Vietnam (2022 Update)

This article has been updated to reflect the 2022 annual tax return, known in Vietnam as “Tax Finalization” for complete accuracy. In this article, we will refer to Annual Tax Return as Tax Finalization.  If you are still confused and wonder how to go about this time-consuming task of navigating and understanding Vietnam’s annual tax … Continued

FAQs on Company Registration in Vietnam

It’s no secret that doing business in Vietnam, is no easy feat. However, with a strong understanding of the rules of doing business, you can start your company in Vietnam with few hassles, and succeed. The first step in doing business in the country is to incorporate your entity. This is the ultimate list to … Continued

Is Local Nominee a Safe Way to Start Business in Vietnam?

A local nominee appointment in Vietnam is a significant component for foreigners who want to do business in the country. Often, the local nominee is appointed as a company shareholder to shield the actual owner’s identity, meaning foreign investors can get involved in business sectors that have restrictions regarding foreign investment. Many foreigners have favored a … Continued

Starting an E-Commerce Business in Vietnam: Why and How

One sure thing about Vietnam is that it is a very young country going through a golden population period with most of its people under 30 years of age. Vietnam is also a fast growing online shopping markets, as one of the world’s fastest growing e-commerce countries with approximately 50 million Internet users, and a … Continued

Food and Beverages Registration in Vietnam

The food and beverage sector is one of the most important and profitable markets in Vietnam, with high revenue driven by both local and foreigners. This sector also accounts for the significant growth of the country’s GDP. According to BMI’s Vietnam Food and Drink report, it is forecast that from 2017 to 2021, the total … Continued

Everything You Need to Know about Overstaying Your Visa in Vietnam

For foreigners traveling to an unfamiliar country like Vietnam, you must learn to adapt to the local laws and regulations, especially the immigration laws pertaining to visas and stay permits. All types of Vietnam visa, including business visa, tourist visa and work permit have their own validity and the validity may differ based on the … Continued

Recruitment in Vietnam: The Guide to Local & Foreign Employment

You will need to create your local workforce for a successful start in Vietnam. When it comes to recruitment in Vietnam, it is possible to hire local people and bring foreign talents into the country. Hiring locals with strong English abilities and skills can be a challenge, just as bringing foreign workers into the country … Continued

EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement and Opportunities Offered

In July 2018, Vietnam and the European Union agreed on and finished the legal review of the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) and the EU-Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (IPA). The EVFTA will be translated into 22 official EU languages and the commission will send the translated versions to the Council and the European Parliament for … Continued

Frequently Asked Questions about Medical Device Registration in Vietnam

Vietnam’s economy is encountering rapid development over the years. Economic growth, demographic transformation, habit changes, and increased income have propelled the healthcare demand throughout the entire country. A rise in private healthcare services has been particularly noticeable as Vietnam’s rising middle class looks for shorter lines, cutting edge technology and better trained doctors. Find Out … Continued