Vietnam’s Free Trade Agreements, 2025
Vietnam has strategically positioned itself as a key player in global trade through its extensive network of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs). These agreements provide businesses with preferential market access, reduced tariffs, and enhanced trade opportunities across key sectors such as manufacturing, agriculture, and electronics. Vietnam’s FTAs—including the CPTPP, EVFTA, and RCEP—enable businesses to integrate into global supply chains while benefiting from streamlined customs procedures and investment-friendly policies. Download our Free Guide.
Vietnam Market Entry Handbook, 2025
The Vietnam Market Entry Handbook is a 48 guide to the key Vietnam company establishment and operational requirements for foreign investors. Covering Legal/Corporate Establishment, Accoutning, Taxation, HR and Compliance, it is a complete reference handbook for new and existing investors in Vietnam.
2025 Vietnam Corporate Tax Companion
The 2025 Vietnam Corporate Tax Companion is an overview of company tax obligations and structures in Vietnam for 2025.
Vietnam Country Profile 2025
Our Vietnam Country Profile for 2025 looks at demographic and economic factors relating to Vietnam, and its success in recent years.
Vietnam Payroll Companion 2025: Essential Guide for Employers
This easy-to-use guide simplifies the complicated areas of payroll calculations and contract implications for new entrants and foreign HR executives. With quick calculations and useful information, this high-level resource is a must-have for anyone dealing with human resources or payroll compliance in Vietnam. And if you’re looking for further advice on these topics or any other compliance issues, Alitium is the perfect partner to help you navigate the intricacies of Vietnamese law – with updates to reflect changes to laws at as July 2024.
Vietnam VAT Refunds for Businesses in 2025
The fundamental concept of ensuring domestic input VAT is refunded to exporters, and does not accumulate within the cost of the goods for international competitiveness, is well understood, however the process that businesses need to manage and how the Vietnamese tax authorities deal with this continues to be challenging.
A VAT refund in Vietnam is not just an application, it involves the entire business process – from how purchases are made, the allocation and recording of inputs in a production process, and the record keeping requirements at every stage prior to and after export.
2025 Vietnam Calendar Companion
Our 2025 Compliance Calendar for Vietnam is fully updated, providing a companion for understanding lodgement and submission requirements for foreign invested companies in Vietnam. Covering the 2025 calendar year, this is an invaluable document to assist foreign inevstors with their ongoing obligations in Vietnam.
Unveiling Vietnam’s New VAT Framework: Highlights of the 2024 Law
On November 26, 2024 Vietnam introduced significant updates to its Value-Added Tax (VAT) Law. Comprising four chapters and 17 articles, this revised legislation marks a pivotal shift in the country’s tax framework and is set to take effect on 1 July 2025. While the official text will be released by mid-December 2024, initial announcements hint at transformative changes poised to impact businesses and investors alike.
One-Time Social Insurance Claims in Vietnam
This guide to market entry for manufacturing in Vietnam is desgned to assist foreign investors to plan and understand their market entry journey for Vietnam.
Implications of Delayed Charter Capital Contributions and Practical Strategies for Resolution
Timely Charter Capital contributions are critical for compliance in Vietnam. Companies must meet their pledged contributions within 90 days of receiving their Enterprise Registration Certificate (ERC). Non-compliance can lead to severe outcomes, such as financial penalties, loss of ownership status for investors, and additional administrative hurdles. For foreign-invested companies, the regulations are stricter, requiring contributions through designated capital bank accounts. Missing deadlines may result in banks refusing deposits and potential fines.
To manage these challenges, companies should understand local compliance requirements, amend their Investment Registration Certificate (IRC) if needed, and maintain proactive communication with banks. Documenting pre-IRC expenses and seeking legal counsel can also support capital obligations and reduce risks. Timely adherence demonstrates operational credibility and reinforces financial commitment, safeguarding a company’s stability within Vietnam’s regulatory landscape.