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Colluding with or shielding a taxpayer may result in fines of up to VND 100 million

On July 21, 2026, the Government issued Decree No. 291/2026/ND-CP, amending and supplementing a number of articles of Decree No. 125/2020/ND-CP on penalties for administrative violations in the fields of tax and invoices.

23/07/2026

Decree No. 291/2026/ND-CP on tax and invoice penalties issued

On July 21, 2026, the Government issued Decree No. 291/2026/ND-CP amending Decree No. 125/2020/ND-CP on the sanctioning of administrative violations related to taxes and invoices.

23/07/2026

How can foreign residents register and use flycams in Vietnam?

This Q&A explains whether foreign nationals residing in Vietnam may use flycams, which are treated as unmanned aerial vehicles, for personal purposes, what conditions they must meet, and how they can register their devices under Government Decree 288/2025/ND-CP and Ministry of Public Security Circular 78/2026/TT-BCA.

23/07/2026

Circular No. 103/2026/TT-BTC: Enterprises must settle all assets and liabilities before equitization

This is one of the key provisions introduced by the Minister of Finance in Circular No. 103/2026/TT-BTC guiding the equitization of enterprises wholly owned by the State.

23/07/2026

Maximum brokerage service fees for sending Vietnamese workers abroad

From June 30, 2026, the regulations on the maximum service prices under brokerage contracts for sending Vietnamese workers abroad under contracts are officially governed by Circular No. 09/2026/TT-BNV.

22/07/2026

Incentive policies for high-tech agricultural zones

Qualified projects can receive all costs for the purchase of technology and know-how for the development of strategic technologies.

21/07/2026

Vietnam approves national digital transformation strategy for 2026 - 2030

Vietnam aims to become a developed digital nation where digital transformation is implemented comprehensively across all sectors and serves as the country's principal development model. The strategy envisions a modern system of national governance powered by data and AI, strong domestic capabilities in strategic digital technologies, platforms and products, and firm protection of national digital sovereignty.

21/07/2026

New framework proposed for rental and affordable housing

The Ministry of Construction has proposed new mechanisms for developing rental and affordable commercial housing, alongside a unique electronic identification code for every real estate asset

20/07/2026

MOIT tightens 'Made in Vienam' criteria to combat trade fraud

The regulation is also expected to encourage greater accountability in protecting Vietnamese brands.

20/07/2026

Vietnam fines crypto traders up to USD 1,900 for using unlicensed platforms

Decree 284/2026, effective from September 1, marks the first time Vietnam has imposed penalties on domestic investors who trade crypto assets outside service providers licensed by the Ministry of Finance.

20/07/2026

Digital, AI competencies made mandatory for university graduates

Under Circular 54/2026/TT-BGDDT on higher education curricula, learning outcomes must be defined as measurable and assessable competencies, providing the basis for curriculum design, teaching, assessment, quality improvement, credit recognition and degree awarding.

20/07/2026

Vietnam offers 100 percent interest rate subsidy for strategic technology firms

From July 1, organisations and individuals conducting research and development (R&D) of strategic technologies included in the list of high technologies prioritised for development investment will be eligible for a 100 per cent interest rate subsidy from the State.

20/07/2026

E-commerce platforms face stricter livestream rules

The Government has introduced stricter requirements for livestream sales on e-commerce platforms, in an effort to enhance transparency, protect consumers, and ensure faster action against unlawful business activities and intellectual property infringements.

20/07/2026

Illegal trading of employee data may be fined up to VND 70 million from September 10, 2026

Decree No. 283/2026/ND-CP of the Government, prescribing penalties for administrative violations in the fields of labor, social insurance, and Vietnamese employees working abroad under contracts, takes effect on September 10, 2026.

17/07/2026

A fine of up to VND 20 million for failing to register employee information

This is the penalty prescribed in Decree No. 283/2026/ND-CP of the Government prescribing penalties for administrative violations in the fields of labor, social insurance, and Vietnamese employees going to work abroad under contracts.

17/07/2026

Key changes under Circular No. 94/2026/TT-BTC on tax risk management

On July 14, 2026, the Tax Department issued Official Dispatch No. 4812/CT-QLTT introducing the key changes introduced by Circular No. 94/2026/TT-BTC on tax risk management.

17/07/2026