A practical review of foreign-worker eligibility, exemptions and application documents, with issues for employers and employees planning an assignment in Vietnam.
Reading collection: Manage employees in Vietnam Employment · Email our team For a foreign nongovernmental organization (NGO) or international organization in Vietnam, hiring local employees involves more than agreeing on salary and a start date. The organization needs to know which recruitment and employee-management procedures apply to its legal status. Decree 371/2026/ND-CP, which governs how …
Reading collection: Manage employees in Vietnam Employment · Email our team Decree 219/2025/ND-CP has governed employing foreign workers in Vietnam since August 7, 2025. Today, it remains relevant to everyday staffing decisions: extending an assignment, changing an employee’s role, moving work to another location or arranging an exit. Obtaining a work permit is one stage …
Decree 286/2026/ND-CP on Management of Foreigners strengthens coordination between the authorities responsible for foreign nationals in Vietnam. Foreign managers and employers should make sure immigration, employment and residence documents match the person’s actual work and activities. The decree was issued on July 17, 2026 and took effect on September 15, 2026. Quick Reference Decree 286 …
From September 5, 2026, Vietnam bans the import of goods made wholly or partly with forced labor. The Vietnam forced labor import ban is a new entry on the country’s prohibited-import list, introduced by Decree No. 292/2026/ND-CP. The ban turns on how goods were made rather than what they are. For most importers, it is …
Reading collection: Manage employees in Vietnam Employment · Email our team Vietnam has updated its penalties for labor, social insurance and foreign-worker violations. The new rules come from Vietnam Decree No. 283/2026/ND-CP on Labor and Social Insurance Penalties, which will take effect on September 10, 2026 and replaced Decree No. 12/2022/ND-CP. Management should check that …
On July 28, 2026, the Prime Minister issued Decision 1415/QĐ-TTg, which approves the National Program on child protection and on preventing and reducing child labor contrary to law for the years 2026 to 2030. For a factory, the practical message is the level of attention on industries, provinces, and supply chains seen as higher risk. …
Labor law compliance is a fundamental aspect of running a business in any country, and Vietnam is no exception. The complexities of the legal framework surrounding labor in Vietnam require businesses to stay vigilant and informed. As the requirements grow, labor counsels in Vietnam play a more important role. Acting as the bridge between companies …
Wage disputes are among the most common yet challenging issues that wage dispute lawyers in Vietnam handle. Whether the conflict arises from unpaid wages, deductions, or wrongful termination in Vietnam, resolving these disputes requires a solid understanding of Vietnam’s labor laws, particularly as they relate to wages, termination rights, and dispute resolution methods. The following …
Introduction to Employment Termination in Vietnam Navigating the complexities of employment termination in Vietnam can be challenging for both employers and employees. In Vietnam, where labor laws are specifically designed to protect workers’ rights while balancing employer interests, understanding the correct procedures for terminating an employment contract is vital. In here, we delve into the …
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