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SET UP AND INVEST
Plan the entity, licenses, funding and practical steps needed before launch.
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Consider the employment relationship from hiring and day-to-day management to restructuring and exit.
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Letting go of an employee should be a clean break. But in Vietnam, one wrong move can cost your business more than just money. It can cost your reputation, your operating license, and even your ability to hire again. Some foreign companies believe they can handle things the same way they do at their home …
Introduction: Assumptions create delays, not solutions Cross-border divorce is rarely simple, especially when handled without local legal knowledge. Foreigners involved in divorce proceedings in Vietnam often underestimate the legal requirements, jurisdiction rules, and necessary paperwork. While self representation may seem practical at first, it often leads to legal missteps, delays, or outcomes that are difficult …
It begins softly. A friendly request comes, framed as a favor, filled with urgency. You listen and agree. Money moves. Then the silence grows longer. The borrower turns avoid contacts, and a truth emerges: you may have walked into a loan scam in Vietnam. The private lending is part of daily life here, yet scammers …
You’re leaving Vietnam. But your property wants to stay! That is the tension. It’s not just an apartment or a house. It’s paperwork. Taxes. Buyers. Banks. Selling property in Vietnam may seem straightforward on paper. But for foreigners, it’s often a maze of legal hurdles, transaction risks, and money transfer headaches. Here’s the issue. When …
Imagine the thrill of seeing your cryptocurrency investments skyrocket, only to face the panic of a sudden market crash or unclear rules. For anyone with an interest in cryptocurrency in Vietnam, understanding crypto asset regulations is not just advisable it is essential. It’s not merely about staying informed; it’s about staying ahead in a dynamic, …
Opening a corporate bank account in Vietnam is a crucial step for businesses looking to operate. However, the process can be both rewarding and challenging, depending on your knowledge of the local banking system, compliance requirements, and the overall business landscape. Vietnam’s banking regulations, while improving over the years, still feature variations across different financial …
Vietnam Issued a Decision on Anti-Dumping Investigation of Galvanized Steel From China and South Korea (Case Code: AD19) On June 14, 2024, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam issued Decision No. 1535/QD-BCT on the investigation and application of anti-dumping measures for galvanized steel products from China and South Korea. Specifically, the galvanized steel …
On March 19, 2024, the Trade Remedies Authority of Vietnam (TRAV), the Investigation Agency received applications from companies representing the domestic manufacturing industry, the Petitioners, including Hoa Phat Group and Formosa Ha Tinh Steel Corporation, requesting an investigation into the application of anti-dumping measures for HRC products from India and China. The request for anti-dumping …
ANT Lawyers in Ho Chi Minh City recruitment We are currently hiring Legal Intern Position in Ho Chi Minh City for our law office. Legal Intern Position in Ho Chi Minh City Requirements LLB degree or last year student at law school; Frequently update legal document; English capability (speaking, reading, writing); Work independently. Applicants to …
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) compliance is a growing concern in Vietnam, where the labor force plays a pivotal role in economic growth. As Vietnam continues to develop into a manufacturing hub, investors have drawn more attention to adhering to the nation’s labor laws, particularly OHS regulations. The following aims to provide a guide to …
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