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Market access restrictions for foreign investors in Vietnam

Contrary to common perception, market access in Vietnam for foreign investors is not entirely unrestricted. In practice, the ability to invest in a particular sector depends on multiple factors, including the scope of market liberalization, foreign ownership limitations, and applicable business conditions in each industry. 

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Revised Technology Transfer Law expected to provide fresh impetus for innovation

In the context of accelerated digital transformation and international integration for sustainable development, the revised Law on Technology Transfer is expected to create a fresh momentum for enterprises to improve their technological capabilities and competitiveness, thereby contributing to the development of a modern, transparent and efficient technology market.
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When is the deadline for corporate income tax finalization for 2025?

The deadline for enterprise income tax finalization is an important milestone that every enterprise should pay special attention to after the end of a fiscal year. Late submission of tax finalization dossiers or underpayment of payable tax amounts will not only incur late payment interest but may also result in administrative penalties for tax violations.
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Regulatory changes effective in March 2026

From March 2026, a series of new decrees and circulars will introduce electronic identification codes for real estate, strengthen transparency requirements for charitable funds, tighten administrative sanctions, and impose stricter compliance obligations in the banking sector.
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AI Law lays legal framework for Vietnam’s secure, human-centred digital future

Being one of the first countries in the world to enact a specialised law on artificial intelligence, Vietnam affirms its determination to establish a unified legal framework for the development, application and governance of artificial intelligence in order to protect human beings, promote innovation, and build a self-reliant, secure and human-centred digital future.
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Law on Science, Technology and Innovation helps drive fast, sustainable development

As the global economy transitions towards a knowledge-based model, science, technology and innovation have become decisive engines of national growth. In Vietnam, the 2025 Law on Science, Technology and Innovation is widely viewed as a strategic institutional framework for improving national competitiveness while raising the country’s position in global value chains.
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Major changes of Circular No. 23/2025/TT-NHNN on required reserves

The State Bank of Vietnam has issued a Circular amending and supplementing regulations on required reserves applicable to credit institutions and foreign bank branches. Below are the major changes introduced by Circular No. 23/2025/TT-NHNN regarding banks’ required reserves.
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How many transaction offices may a commercial bank establish?

In the course of operation, commercial banks must comply with various regulations on the number and establishment of transaction offices. Under current law, how many transaction offices may a commercial bank establish? The article below provides detailed information.
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Law on Specialized Court provides professional adjudicatory mechanism at International Financial Center

The establishment of the International Financial Center necessitates an appropriate judicial institution capable of resolving cross-border investment and business disputes. In this context, the Law on Specialized Court at the International Financial Center was enacted as a key legal foundation for the application of a professional adjudicatory mechanism, thereby enhancing Vietnam’s profile and competitiveness in the international arena.
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Law on Teachers expected to raise welfare for teachers, education quality

Every year on November 20, Vietnam honors teachers for their dedication to the noble cause of education. This year, the celebration is especially meaningful as the National Assembly has adopted the Law on Teachers, a major step forward in honoring and developing the contigent of teachers, and improving education quality nationwide.
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Disputes Over Bank Credit Contracts

In recent years, along with the strong growth of the economy and the increasing demand for loans, credit activities in Vietnam have expanded both in scale and scope. However, accompanying this development is the reality that disputes over credit contracts have become increasingly common, not only rising sharply in number but also becoming more complex in nature and extent.
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Risks of Ratification in International Investment

Vietnam is shaping strategic steps to become a destination for global capital flows, most notably with the plan to establish international financial centers in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang. As the doors of integration open wider, domestic enterprises will have opportunities to access large-scale investment projects, but at the same time must also face more sophisticated legal risks.
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Inheritance Estates of Foreigners Deceased in Vietnam

The strong development of international exchanges has made civil relations with foreign elements increasingly common in Vietnam. Among them, inheritance is a particularly complex field, as it not only relates to property rights and personal rights but is also simultaneously governed by multiple legal systems. Therefore, a comprehensive study of the inheritance estate of foreigners in Vietnam is not only of theoretical significance but also of practical value, helping to ensure the legitimate rights and interests of the parties
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Luatvietnam awarded the Commendation by the Minister of Justice

On October 27, 2025, the Ministry of Justice presented the Minister’s Commendation to organizations and individuals who have outstanding and exemplary achievements, and are leading the emulation movement of the justice sector in 2025. Among them, LuatVietnam was honored to receive the Commendation in both collective and individual categories.
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Loan Security: A Financial Risk Management Tool for Vietnamese Enterprises

As Vietnam prepares to establish International Financial Centers in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang, domestic enterprises will have greater opportunities to access large capital sources and participate more deeply in the global financial market. However, alongside these opportunities come significant risks, especially in lending and borrowing activities.
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Vietnam Resort Investment Law 2025: Comprehensive Guide

In the context of increasingly vibrant tourism development in Vietnam, resort investment is becoming one of the fields attracting great attention from both domestic and foreign investors. This article provides detailed information on the legal framework and necessary requirements for resort investment in Vietnam in 2025.
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Law on Digital Technology Industry expected to boost Vietnam’s digital economy

As the first nation in the world to enact a law on digital technology industry, Vietnam affirms its determination to build a proactive legal framework, foster the robust growth of domestic technology enterprises, promote deeper international integration, and position itself more firmly in the global technology value chain.
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International Prenuptial Agreements in Vietnam: Recognition and Enforcement Guide for Foreign Couples

In the context of increasing cross-border marriages in Vietnam, prenuptial agreements are becoming an important legal tool to clearly define property arrangements and protect the lawful interests of the parties in the event of divorce or dispute. For couples in which one or both parties are foreign nationals or have assets or residence in multiple jurisdictions, entering into a prenuptial agreement prior to marriage in Vietnam serves as a necessary mechanism to mitigate cross-border legal risks.
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Ten New Points of the Law on Enterprise Income Tax 2025

The National Assembly has passed the Law on Enterprise Income Tax, taking effect on October 1, 2025, and applying from the 2025 enterprise income tax period onward. Below are the new points of the Law on Enterprise Income Tax 2025.
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Regulations on charter capital and financial reporting of fund management companies: 2025 Update

The year 2025 marks a transformative period for Vietnam’s financial market, characterized by deeper integration with international standards, particularly in asset management and investment. Fund management companies—key intermediaries in capital mobilization and allocation—are increasingly subject to rigorous state supervision to ensure transparency, systemic safety, and investor protection.