Foreign spouses married abroad, holding temporary residence cards in Vietnam (valid for less than 2 years), jointly petition the Vietnamese Court for recognition of an uncontested divorce. Does the Vietnamese Court have jurisdiction in this case?

1. Relevant Legal Grounds (a) Law on Marriage and Family 2014 “Divorce between a Vietnamese citizen and a foreigner, or between foreigners who are permanently residing in Vietnam, shall be settled by a competent Vietnamese authority in accordance with this Law.” – Accordingly, Vietnamese courts only have jurisdiction over divorce between two foreigners if both […]

BANK GUARANTEES FOR NON-RESIDENT CUSTOMERS

At present, bank guarantees have become a bridge between trust and responsibility. For non-resident individuals and organizations, despite geographical distance, obligations must still be secured in a clear and reliable manner. Accordingly, a guarantee is not only a financial instrument but also a declaration of the competence, credibility, and vision of credit institutions in an […]

PERSONAL INCOME TAX ON BUSINESS INCOME FOR NON-RESIDENT FOREIGN INDIVIDUALS IN VIETNAM

Without the need for long-term presence, a foreign individual may still generate economic value in Vietnam through business and production activities. However, such activities entail corresponding tax obligations that must be fulfilled in accordance with the law. To ensure transparency and compliance, determining the method of calculating personal income tax in these cases is essential. […]

ARE FOREIGNERS ALLOWED TO MAKE TERM DEPOSITS IN VIETNAM?

As Vietnam increasingly becomes an ideal destination for living, working, and investing, many foreigners have begun to pay greater attention to personal financial management in the country. One of the most common and secure methods is a term deposit – safe and yielding stable returns. But does Vietnamese law actually permit foreigners to engage in […]

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