In credit activities, land use rights are the most common form of collateral. However, agricultural land has a limited term of use (20 years, 50 years depending on purpose). As a result, many disputes arise regarding cases where the collateral is agricultural land whose term of use has expired as stated in the Land Use […]
1. Legal Basis (a) Civil Procedure Code 2015 – Thus, when a request arises to annul a LURC (a type of individual administrative decision), jurisdiction falls within the scope of the Law on Administrative Procedure 2015. (b) Law on Administrative Procedure 2015 – Since LURCs are issued by district-level or provincial-level People’s Committees, jurisdiction over […]
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 […]
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 […]
In the pursuit of a new life abroad, some individuals choose sham marriages as a “ticket” to citizenship. But is this truly a wise solution, or rather a path that exacts a price in terms of honor, legality, and even one’s future? This article clarifies the legal essence of sham marriages and the potential sanctions […]
Vietnam is steadily improving its legal framework to welcome the participation of foreign lawyers. However, the path to practicing here is not merely a matter of administrative formalities. It requires a combination of legal knowledge, adaptability to the local environment, and the support of an appropriate legal organization. Thus, is the practice of law in […]