Insights

A practical guide to the most common ownership models available to foreign investors — from wholly foreign-owned enterprises to joint ventures and representative offices.

New Ministry of Labour circulars have changed requirements for several expat categories. Here's a complete breakdown of documents, timelines, and common pitfalls.

From initial investment registration to opening a corporate bank account, this step-by-step guide covers the full incorporation timeline for a foreign-invested enterprise.

Vietnam's progressive PIT rates, tax residency rules, and the foreign tax credit mechanism explained — with practical examples for common expat compensation structures.

The 2024 amendments to the Housing Law significantly expanded foreign ownership rights. Here's what you can now buy, for how long, and the restrictions that remain.

The food and beverage sector has specific licensing requirements that trip up many first-time foreign operators. This guide covers every approval you'll need.

District 2, District 3, or Binh Thanh? A neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood breakdown of where expat families and professionals are choosing to live.

Vietnam's updated Decree on E-Commerce Management introduces new obligations for cross-border platforms and individual sellers. Here's what changed and when.

Since 2022, foreign employees with work permits are compulsory participants in Vietnam's social insurance scheme. Here's the rate breakdown and what you receive in return.