In today’s era of digitalization and rapid technological transformation, the increased adoption of software solutions and cloud computing platforms has become an essential and urgent need for organizations and businesses seeking to optimize their operations.  In Vietnam, software and software…

In the context of increasingly developing cross-border commercial transactions, commercial disputes are inevitable. Effectively resolving disputes not only helps businesses protect their legitimate rights and interests but also maintains partnerships and reputation in the market. Alongside…

The Social Insurance Law 2024, effective from July 1, 2025, has adjusted and supplemented the group of individuals required to participate in mandatory social insurance. The goal is to enhance coverage and ensure benefits for employees and those involved in enterprise management activities.…

As of July 1, 2025, Decree No. 168/2025/ND-CP (“Decree 168”) officially comes into effect, replacing Decree No. 01/2021/ND-CP on business registration. With the notable introduction of a post-registration inspection mechanism, this new legal instrument is expected to enhance the effectiveness of…

On June 30, 2025, the Government issued Decree No. 168/2025/NĐ-CP on enterprise registration, replacing the previous Decree No. 01/2021/NĐ-CP. In addition, on July 1, 2025, the Ministry of Finance issued Circular No. 68/2025/TT-BTC promulgating templates for enterprise registration and household…

In an employment relationship, the assignment and rearrangement of work is an essential managerial need of the employer (“Employer”), especially in the context of organizational or personnel restructuring. However, in certain circumstances, changing an employee (“Employee”) work assignment may only…

Since 2023, the legal framework for personal data protection and processing in Vietnam has been continuously updated with significant advancements and far-reaching impacts on all aspects of normal business operations, with the advent of Decree 13/2023/ND-CP, the Data Law 2024, and the Personal Data…

From July 1, 2025, the official implementation of Resolution No. 76/2025/UBTVQH15 issued by the Standing Committee of the National Assembly on administrative unit reorganization will result in the merger of several centrally governed provinces and cities. This change in administrative boundaries…

1. General understanding of click-wrap and browse-wrap methods Data subject consent is a mandatory and paramount requirement in most personal data protection legal systems worldwide. In Vietnam, data protection regulations have an approach that is relatively similar to the standards of the…

On June 27, 2025, the National Assembly of Vietnam officially adopted Resolution No. 222/2025/QH15 on International Financial Centers in Vietnam (Resolution 222), establishing the first legal foundation for the development and operation of international financial centers in Vietnam. At the same…

Distraining disputed property is one of the interim urgent measures that may be applied in both civil proceedings and arbitration.3 However, if applied improperly, this measure can seriously affect the legitimate rights and interests of the party against whom it is requested. Therefore, any…

1. Introduction: The legal context for tech Startups in Viet Nam Legal compliance is a cornerstone for the sustainable development of any enterprise, particularly for tech startups in Viet Nam. Ensuring legitimate business operations, full adherence to tax obligations, and securing necessary…

On December 6, Lawyer Thieu Thi Kieu Thu, Counsel at Apolat Legal, participated as a speaker in the event series MASTERCLASS IN PE & VC: THE ART OF DEAL-MAKING IN VIETNAM. The program was organized by the Vietnam Private Capital Agency (VPCA). Lawyer Thu provided foundational knowledge on two key…

Penalty interest in credit contracts A credit contract is one of the most common types of transactions, regularly entered into between a credit institution and its customer for the purpose of granting credit in accordance with the law. The interest rates stipulated in a credit contract usually…

Under the current legal provisions, a Foreign Technology Company wishing to enter into labor contracts, pay social insurance, and pay salaries to Vietnamese Employees must establish a legal entity in Viet Nam in the form of a subsidiary or a representative office. However, establishing a legal…

I. Definition on chemical trade:  Pursuant to Clause 2, Article 3 of Decree No. 113/2017/ND-CP:  “2. “chemical trade” includes sale, export and import of chemicals to provide chemicals on the market for profitable purposes.”  Accordingly, when enterprises import chemicals in order to provide…

Apolat Legal has been honored by Asian Legal Business (ALB), a Thomson Reuters magazine, in the “Vietnam Firms to Watch 2025” ranking.  Apolat Legal has been recognised in “Vietnam Firms to Watch 2025” by Asian Legal Business The “Firms to Watch” ranking by ALB magazine honors emerging law firms…

1. Scope of Employment Service Activities:  According to Article 28 of Decree No. 23/2021/ND-CP, enterprises engaged in employment services in Vietnam may conduct the following main groups of activities:  (1) Consulting activities, including:  a) Providing career guidance and counseling on…

Specifically, under Article 31 of the Law on Enterprises 2020, joint stock companies, including Registered Companies, are required to notify the Business Registration Authority of any change in shareholders who are foreign investors. This is a common administrative procedure applicable to common…

1. Enterprises must retain documentation evidencing organizational restructuring  Current laws do not provide specific guidelines or definitions as to what constitutes a change in organizational structure. As a result, the application of restructuring as a legal basis for terminating labor…

Currently, the production, trading and distribution of cosmetic products as contraband, counterfeit, counterfeit, and low-quality goods is a prominent problem that raises the waves of the whole society. Competent state agencies have discovered a large volume of cosmetic products in many provinces…

Intellectual property infringement 1. The connection between expert opinions and resolving intellectual property infringement  The legal framework for intellectual property in Vietnam, especially the Law on Intellectual Property, clearly stipulates the role of IP expert assessment in determining…

In the course of business operations—particularly during peak production periods—mobilizing employees to work overtime is almost inevitable. However, many businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises, still lack a proper understanding or fail to correctly implement legal provisions on…

Introduction  In the context of global digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI) has established and continues to affirm its pivotal role in driving innovation and economic growth. Recognizing this significance, Vietnam has taken a landmark step by enacting the Digital Technology…

Construction contracting services are conditional business lines as stipulated in Appendix IV of the Law on Investment 2020. Enterprises engaging in construction execution activities must meet the capacity conditions specified in sector-specific legal regulations, appropriate to the grade of…

Private tutoring, as defined in Article 2.1 of Circular No. 29/2024/TT-BGDDT, refers to teaching activities conducted outside the official instructional time of subjects in the general education curriculum or continuing education programs at lower and upper secondary levels, as promulgated by the…

With the trend of economic globalization and Vietnam’s growing openness to international trade, the problem of counterfeit goods, imitation products, and intellectual property rights (IPR) infringements has become increasingly complex and sophisticated. These issues not only cause severe damage to…

Legal basis  Decree 09/2018/ND-CP detailing the Commercial Law and the Law on Foreign Trade Management on the purchase and sale of goods and activities directly related to the purchase and sale of goods by foreign investors and economic organizations with foreign investment capital in Vietnam.  In…

Lawyer Pham Thi Thoa, Partner at Apolat Legal, served as a judge in the final round of the Legal Hackathon 2025, organized by the Executive Committee of the UEH School of Law.  At the event, Ms. Thoa listened to and evaluated the innovative ideas and project proposals presented by the competing…

Short films have gradually become a type of film that young people are interested in in recent years, especially reels or OTT applications. Although short film genres have relatively small durations and production scales, their release must still fully comply with current Vietnamese laws. What…

Profit repatriation is a regular and periodic activity of every enterprise, particularly those with foreign direct investment (FDI). Although this is a lawful activity, non-compliance with relevant regulations may result in the bank refusing to process the transaction, administrative penalties, or…

In the context of today’s increasingly developed economy, selecting an appropriate business model plays a pivotal role in ensuring the stability and expansion of business operations for individuals and organizations. After a period of operation, many household businesses reach a certain scale and…

To promote a healthy lifestyle and strengthen team spirit, Apolat Legal successfully hosted the 2025 Badminton Tournament with the enthusiastic participation of all employees. APOLAT LEGAL BADMINTON TOURNAMENT 2025 More than just a sports competition, this year’s tournament brought an incredibly…

Amid significant fluctuations in Vietnam’s real estate market, the transfer of real estate projects through the assignment of capital contribution in the project-owning company has become a flexible and increasingly common solution. This method not only helps save time and costs but also minimizes…

In the process of distributing and marketing cosmetic products in the Vietnamese market, businesses often seek to adjust product packaging to better align with their business strategies, target customer segments, or specific markets. However, under Vietnamese law, cosmetic products must obtain a…

On April 12, 2025, the 13th Central Party Committee issued Resolution 60-NQ/TW, approving the plan for rearranging and merging provincial-level administrative units, eliminating district-level organization, merging commune-level units, and establishing a two-tier local government model. On June 12,…

One of the most pivotal regulatory changes introduced under Circular No. 03/2025/TT-NHNN (“Circular 03/2025”) is the adjustment in determining the foreign ownership threshold used to classify whether an enterprise qualifies as a “foreign direct investment enterprise” (FDI enterprise). Though the…

Viet Nam is an attractive destination for foreigners to live and work, thanks to its friendly living environment, open-minded people, stable political system, and safe, peaceful society. In recent years, the country has welcomed a strong wave of foreign direct investment (FDI), with numerous FDI…