Enterprises’ Responsibility for Ensuring Safe Working Conditions – The Relationship Between Compensation and the Duty of Prevention

1. Employers’ Obligations under the Law Article 138 of the 2019 Labour Code clearly stipulates: employers are obliged to ensure safe and hygienic working conditions; implement measures to prevent occupational accidents and diseases; provide adequate personal protective equipment; and organize occupational safety and hygiene training. Accordingly, the central responsibility of employers is not only to […]

Appointment of Foreign Nationals as Legal Representatives of Enterprises in Vietnam

In the context of Vietnam emerging as an attractive destination for international capital inflows, the participation of foreign managers and experts in corporate governance has become increasingly common. Many foreign-invested enterprises (FIEs), as well as Vietnamese companies cooperating with foreign partners, opt to appoint foreign nationals as their legal representatives in order to leverage their […]

Electronic Identification for Businesses with a Foreign Legal Representative: How Does It Work?

As digital transformation accelerates, electronic identification (e-ID) has become an essential requirement for businesses in Vietnam—particularly when carrying out administrative procedures, filing taxes, or using digital signatures. However, complications can arise when a company’s legal representative is a foreign national. Can the business still obtain an e-ID? What are the procedures, and are there any […]

What’s New in Vietnam’s VAT Law 2025: Key Changes from July 1

As Vietnam continues to streamline its tax policies to align with international standards and digital transformation goals, significant changes to the Law on Value-Added Tax (VAT) will officially take effect from July 1, 2025. These amendments are expected to have wide-reaching implications for both local businesses and foreign investors operating in the country. From changes […]

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