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Types of enterprises foreign investors when establishing economic organizations in Vietnam
When investing in Vietnam, choosing the appropriate type of enterprise is one of the key legal decisions to be made from the early stages of an investment project. Each type of enterprise differs in terms of its organizational structure, liability regime, capital mobilization capacity, and flexibility in corporate governance. Therefore, investors should carefully consider the model that is most suitable for the scale of the project, the number of members, and their long-term development orientation.
11/09/2026
LuatVietnam brings Law AI to the ASEAN Law Forum 2026
On August 18, 2026, LuatVietnam brought and introduced Law AI at the ASEAN Law Forum 2026 – an event bringing together representatives of ASEAN justice authorities, international organizations, experts, and technology companies, with a focus on the application of artificial intelligence in law-making and law implementation.
18/08/2026
New Capital Law paves way for smart urban development
With hundreds of special and exceptional powers granted to the Hanoi authorities, the 2026 Capital Law is expected to remove bottlenecks, unlock resources, and enable the Capital to take greater initiative and adopt more innovative approaches to governance and development.
10/08/2026
Conditions for VAT refunds for foreigners upon departure
Foreigners who purchase goods in Vietnam may be eligible for a value-added tax (VAT) refund when leaving the country, provided they satisfy the prescribed conditions. So, what requirements must the goods, invoices, and refund procedures meet?
27/07/2026
Vietnam’s new personal income tax regime: What foreign workers and investors need to know
Vietnam’s revised personal income tax regime raises personal and dependant deductions, introduces a simpler five-band tax schedule and permits new deductions for healthcare and education expenses. It also clarifies the taxation of capital transfers and brings several emerging asset classes within the tax net.
16/07/2026
2026 Law on Enterprise and list of guiding documents
Below is an introduction to the latest Enterprise Law 2026 and a compilation of documents guiding the implementation of the Enterprise Law.
13/07/2026
Nation shifts investment model towards high technology and digital growth
Stronger digital infrastructure, larger startup funding and hi-tech FDI are helping Vietnam reshape its growth model, but shortages of skilled labour, low research and development spending and cybersecurity risks remain major hurdles.
09/07/2026
Novel provisions in the Law on Artificial Intelligence and recommendations for further improvement
The Law on Artificial Intelligence establishes a unified set of statutory definitions relating to AI and the actors involved throughout its lifecycle. It defines AI as the electronic replication of human intellectual capabilities, including learning, reasoning, perception, judgment, and natural language understanding
08/07/2026
Politburo Resolution 10-NQ/TW: Vietnam shifts foreign investment strategy towards quality and sustainability
With Resolution 10-NQ/TW, issued on June 8, 2026, Vietnam is moving from broad-based foreign investment attraction to a more selective strategy that prioritises high-quality capital, advanced technology, sustainability and stronger links between foreign investors and domestic enterprises.
07/07/2026
Population Law expands support tailored to different groups
By addressing the specific needs of different population groups, the new law lays a stronger foundation for sustainable population development, higher-quality human resources and improved quality of life.
06/07/2026
Press Law helps promote sustainable development of revolutionary press in digital era
Against the backdrop of digital transformation and the need to build a professional, humane and modern press, the Press Law is expected to contribute to the sustainable development of Vietnam’s revolutionary journalism.
04/07/2026
Resolution 10-NQ/TW on foreign investment: 8 key policies
On June 8, 2026, the Political Bureau issued Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW on the development of the foreign-invested economy, setting out a comprehensive direction for reforming policies on attracting, managing and utilizing foreign investment in the new development phase. Below are eight key policies introduced under the Resolution.
01/07/2026
Leadership positions eligible for service support policies from July 20, 2026
From July 20, 2026, service support policies for certain leadership positions in the political system will officially take effect. Which leadership positions are eligible for these policies, what are the applicable support amounts, and what are the principles of organization and operation of the Government?
01/07/2026
Forms of investment foreign investors should know when doing business in Vietnam
Vietnam continues to be one of the most attractive destinations for foreign investment, supported by a stable political environment, strong economic growth, and an increasingly transparent investment legal framework. However, before deciding on the investment location, business sector, or project scale, one of the first questions foreign investors should address is which investment structure is most suitable for their business objectives.
29/06/2026
LuatVietnam and Vietnam News and Law Sign Cooperation Agreement on English-Language Legal Media
On the afternoon of June 17, 2026, at the National News Center (No. 5 Ly Thuong Kiet, Hanoi), Vietnam News and Law, a publication under the Vietnam News Agency (VNA), held a ceremony to mark the 35th anniversary of the first issue of Vietnam News (June 17, 1991 – June 17, 2026).
17/06/2026
Jurisdiction of commercial arbitration over real estate disputes
The jurisdiction of commercial arbitration rests on two independent conditions that must be satisfied together: subject-matter jurisdiction — the dispute must fall within a category that the law permits to be resolved by arbitration; and jurisdiction by agreement — the parties must have a valid arbitration agreement.
16/06/2026