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Monthly Archive: April 2023

Social insurance regime for foreigners in 2023: What you need to know ?

As the open economy in Vietnam expands, there is an increase in the employment of foreign workers. As a result, it is mandatory for enterprises to provide social insurance for them. To aid businesses in navigating this process, here are a few crucial notes to keep in mind. Regulations on Social Insurance for Foreigners On […]

How to register for household business license 

Taking advantage of a commercial online registration service offers a number of benefits for those seeking to register their business household license. For instance, through using such a service, business owners can have greater flexibility in terms of scheduling their time to log registration information into the Household Business Registration System, which is integrated into […]

Patent First Filing Requirements in Vietnam

Vietnam’s relaxation of the patent first filing requirements is a strong indication of the country’s commitment to developing its intellectual property system and promoting foreign investment. This change has the potential to shorten the patent application process and clarify the application requirements, reducing the time and expense for businesses. Streamlining the regulatory burden on patent […]

Effects of new Intellectual Property Regulations (IPR) on foreign-invested groups in Vietnam

Over the past time, the legal system on intellectual property in Vietnam has been developed, amended and supplemented, thereby creating a basic legal foundation to regulate issues related to protection and enforce intellectual property rights (IPR). In the face of the requirement of an increasingly extensive and comprehensive international integration process, the legal system on […]

M&A transaction using the capital contribution/share transactions in the field of real estate

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A), especially in the real estate sector, have become increasingly common. These deals involve various parties, including buyers, sellers, and support units that facilitate their success. M&A is an attractive option for businesses and investors interested in real estate as it offers a more efficient and faster way to enter the Vietnamese […]

Payment methods for foreign investors when purchasing shares or contributing capital in M&A agreements

Foreign investors must comply with the Decree on Foreign Exchange Management. And carry out specific procedures at the commercial bank where they establish a payment account when purchasing shares or contributing capital to a company in Vietnam. The following are some points to note: Utilization of Investment Capital Accounts for Payments Foreign Investors and Enterprises […]

The transfer of capital – Key considerations within a FIE

The transfer of capital in a FIE occurs when an investor whose name is on the enterprise’s contributed capital requests that part or all of their contributed capital be transferred to another investor. This capital transfer will result in a change in the name of the person identified on the contributed capital, as well as […]

Regulations on land lease in industrial zones that foreign investors need to know

Currently, many investors – especially foreign investors – have the need to move production lines to Vietnam. In order for the investment process to go smoothly, foreign investors should pay attention to the following issues. 1. Note on the legal regulations on land lease in industrial zones According to the 2013 Land Law, infrastructure businesses […]

Solutions for managing foreign indirect investment capital (FPI) in Vietnam

Despite unpredictable fluctuations in the world and the trend of cash flow shifting to developed economies, the flow of indirect investment (FPI) into Vietnam is still showing stable and positive signs. The following article will give foreign investors an overview of the FPI market and FPI capital management solutions for foreign investors. Overview of foreign […]

Airport and airfield operation: The highlight of attracting investment of foreign enterprises

Airport and aerodrome business means the exploitation of airport infrastructure and other works of airport infrastructure under the management of an airport enterprise for the purpose of making a profit. Legal basis – International treaties: WTO; Vietnam – Japan BIT Agreement – Civil Aviation Law 2014 – Decree 89/2019/ND-CP Conditions for investment and business in […]