Sống và làm việc tại Việt Nam

Going to Hospital in Vietnam as a Foreigner: Appointments, Insurance and Medical Records

How to choose a hospital or clinic, use company health insurance, manage payments and keep the documents you need for reimbursement and follow-up.

1 tháng 10, 2026

Moving to Vietnam Checklist 2026: Your First 30 Days as an Expat

A practical first-month guide to accommodation, temporary residence reporting, SIM cards, banking, paperwork, healthcare and everyday setup in Vietnam.

29 tháng 9, 2026

Vietnam 5-Year Visa Exemption Certificate 2026: Eligibility, Documents, Fees and Stay Rules

Often called a “five-year visa,” Vietnam’s Visa Exemption Certificate can simplify repeat family visits for overseas Vietnamese and eligible foreign relatives. This practical guide explains who qualifies, how long each stay can last, where to apply, what the official process costs, and when an extension or new certificate is required.

24 tháng 9, 2026

Vietnam Business Reporting Checklist 2026: Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Filing Deadlines

A practical compliance calendar for startups and small companies in Vietnam, covering VAT, payroll tax, labour reports, corporate income tax, year-end filings and statutory audits.

23 tháng 9, 2026

Kinh doanh & Thuế

VNeID cho doanh nghiệp FDI: người đại diện là người nước ngoài không còn cần thẻ cư trú

Từ ngày 28 tháng 9 năm 2026, Nghị định 320 cho phép mọi người nước ngoài nhập cảnh hợp pháp vào Việt Nam được cấp tài khoản VNeID mà không cần thẻ tạm trú hay thẻ thường trú. Bài viết nêu điều này thay đổi gì cho người đại diện doanh nghiệp, điều gì chưa thay đổi, và các mốc thời hạn kèm theo.

23 tháng 9, 2026

Temporary Suspension vs Company Dissolution in Vietnam 2026: Key Differences, Procedures and Compliance Checklist

Should you pause a company or close it permanently? This practical guide explains the conditions, procedures, legal consequences and 2026 rules for foreign founders, investors and small businesses in Vietnam.

22 tháng 9, 2026

Annual Audit in Vietnam 2026: Requirements, Deadlines, Costs and Penalties for Businesses

A practical guide for foreign-invested companies, investors and business owners on who needs an independent audit in Vietnam, what auditors review, how to prepare and what happens if the requirement is missed.

21 tháng 9, 2026

Moving to Hanoi in 2026: Best Neighborhoods, Rent Costs and Expat Living Guide

Why Vietnam's capital appeals to foreign professionals, families and small business owners, plus where to live and what to budget

20 tháng 9, 2026

How to Find a Lawyer in Vietnam as a Foreigner (2026 Guide)

Who counts as a lawyer in Vietnam, how to check a lawyer and a law firm, what international firms cannot do, how fees and contracts work, and what the new Law on Lawyers may change.

18 tháng 9, 2026

Foreign Investment in Vietnam 2026: Five Legal Forms and How to Choose

A Practical Guide to Five Investment Routes Under the New Investment Law of Vietnam

17 tháng 9, 2026

Da Nang Official Portals 2026: 4 Essential Websites for Expats and Businesses

A practical guide to Da Nang government updates, official statistics, tourism information, and live rain and flood data for foreign residents, visitors, and business owners.

16 tháng 9, 2026

Moving to Da Nang in 2026: Where to Live, Best Neighborhoods and Rental Costs for Expats

A practical guide for foreign professionals, families and small business owners choosing between Hai Chau, My Khe, Hoa Xuan and Da Nang's southern technology corridor.

15 tháng 9, 2026

Best Business Locations in Vietnam for Foreign Investors in 2026

Comparing Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang on market scale, workforce, infrastructure, operating costs, investment conditions and industrial-zone access.

14 tháng 9, 2026

Bất động sảnTiếng Anh

Vietnam Housing Fines for Foreigners 2026: Decree 339 Penalties Up to VND 50 Million

Foreign homeowners and landlords can be fined up to VND 50 million under Decree 339/2026/ND-CP, in force since 26 August 2026. What the four breach types are, how they differ from temporary residence registration, and a compliance checklist.

13 tháng 9, 2026

Ho Chi Minh City Official Portals 2026

A practical guide to HCMC's city government, official news and statistics websites, including what each portal can tell you and what you should verify before acting.

11 tháng 9, 2026

Văn bảnTiếng Anh

Vietnam Apostille Guide 2026 for Foreigners and Businesses

How to authenticate public documents for use in Vietnam or abroad from 11 September 2026

10 tháng 9, 2026

Moving to Ho Chi Minh City: Where to Live in Saigon in 2026

The neighborhoods, living costs and everyday trade-offs to consider before choosing your first home in Vietnam’s business hub.

9 tháng 9, 2026

Vietnam Trademark Registration Guide 2026: Application Steps, Costs and Timeline

A practical, step-by-step guide for foreign founders, expats and small businesses protecting a brand in Vietnam under the rules effective from April 2026.

6 tháng 9, 2026

Intellectual Property Law in Vietnam 2026: A Practical Guide to Trademarks, Copyright, Patents, and Designs

What foreign founders, creators, and small businesses need to register, where to file, what it costs, and how long protection lasts.

4 tháng 9, 2026

Starting a Foreign-Invested Tech Studio in Vietnam: What Small Founders Need to Know in 2026

The practical things we would think through before opening a small foreign-owned design, software, or digital product company in Vietnam.

26 tháng 8, 2026

Vietnam Government Portals Guide 2026 (Part 3): 5 Official Websites for Laws, Policy Updates, and Statistics

A practical guide for foreigners, expats, investors, and small businesses that need reliable legal, policy, and economic information in Vietnam.

24 tháng 8, 2026

Văn bảnTiếng Anh

Vietnam Government Agency Names in English: Official 2026 Translation Rules and Ministry List

Circular 05/2026/TT-BNG standardizes how Vietnam's state name, political institutions, ministries and official titles should appear in English from August 15, 2026. Here is what foreign businesses, expats and translators need to update.

17 tháng 8, 2026

Vietnam Visa Run Guide 2026: Routes, Costs, Documents, and Re-Entry Rules

A practical guide for foreigners planning to leave and re-enter Vietnam by land or air, with updated e-visa checkpoints, overstay penalties, and the legal limits of repeated border runs.

14 tháng 8, 2026

Vietnam Tax Portals 2026: 6 Official Websites for Expats and Businesses

Filing tax, checking an e-invoice, looking up a tax ID, or managing tax as an overseas supplier? Vietnam has several official online tax systems. Here is a practical guide to which portal does what, and which ones individuals, foreign founders, and small businesses actually need.

7 tháng 8, 2026

Vietnam Government Portals Guide 2026 (Part 2): eTax, MPS Portal, and Business Registration for Expats and Businesses

Already living or operating in Vietnam? These three platforms are where your taxes get filed, your police clearance gets issued, and your company stays legally registered. Here is what you need to know about each one.

4 tháng 8, 2026

Work Permit Exemption in Vietnam for Foreign Spouses of Vietnamese Citizens

A foreign national married to a Vietnamese citizen can generally work in Vietnam without a standard work permit — but only once the employer has the exemption confirmed. Here are the conditions, the documents, and the step most companies miss.

3 tháng 8, 2026

Vietnam Social Insurance (BHXH) in 2026: Everything You Should Know Before It Surprises You

Making sense of the 2026 BHXH reforms: A straightforward guide for expats and businesses building a future in Vietnam. (This article was originally published on 01 Apr 2026 on our substack and modified on 28 Jul 2026)

28 tháng 7, 2026

How to Choose a Trustworthy Legal and Professional Services Provider in Vietnam

What months of finding the wrong people, and eventually the right ones, taught us about picking a legal, accounting, visa, or admin partner in Vietnam you can actually rely on.

27 tháng 7, 2026

Divorce in Vietnam: Mutual Consent vs. Unilateral Divorce

Vietnam recognises two ways to end a marriage — by mutual agreement or by one spouse filing a lawsuit. This article explains how the two procedures differ in process, evidence, and timeline, and what else a court may decide.

24 tháng 7, 2026

Vietnam Is Now an Upper Middle Income Country: What the World Bank's 2026 Upgrade Means for You

On July 1, 2026, the World Bank moved Vietnam into the upper middle income bracket years ahead of its own target. Here is what actually changed, and what the next two decades will demand.

21 tháng 7, 2026

Vietnam Temporary Residence Card (TRC) Types: A Complete Guide for Foreigners in 2026

What each code stamped on your TRC actually means, who qualifies for it, which ones you can renew, and how the application actually works

15 tháng 7, 2026

Vietnam Government Portals Guide 2026: VNeID, Dich Vu Cong, Immigration, and VssID for Expats and Businesses

Vietnam's government is going digital, fast. If you live, work, or run a business here, these four platforms are not optional reading. They are the infrastructure your compliance runs on.

11 tháng 7, 2026

Staying in Vietnam? Here Is What You Need to Know About Short-Term Stay, Temporary Residence, and Permanent Residence

Knowing the difference between these three concepts will help you stay on the right side of the law. (This article was originally published on 03 July 2026 on our Substack)

3 tháng 7, 2026

Starting a Business in Vietnam Is Easy. Running One Is the Hard Part.

Deciding to build in Vietnam is easy, but operating here means hundreds of small administrative obstacles that quietly eat the energy meant for your business. Easytiger.vn can help.

29 tháng 6, 2026

Can You Share News Articles in Vietnam? What Decree 174's New Rules Actually Mean

Vietnam's Decree 174/2026/NĐ-CP introduces fines of up to VND 30 million for unauthorized sharing of press works on social media. Here is what the law actually targets, and what you can do freely. (This article was originally published on 26 June 2026 on our Substack)

26 tháng 6, 2026

Vietnam Work Permit in 2026: Everything You Need to Know Before You Get It Wrong

Work legally, hire confidently. Here is what the work permit system in Vietnam actually looks like, who it applies to, and what changed in the latest round of regulations. (This article was originally published on 29 May 2026 on our Substack)

29 tháng 5, 2026

Types of Companies to Set Up in Vietnam in 2026: A Complete Guide for Expats and Foreign Investors

From individual traders to joint stock companies, here is everything you need to know before you open your doors in Vietnam. (This article was originally published on 15 May 2026 on our Substack)

15 tháng 5, 2026

Vietnam One Person Company (OPC): What It Means for Business in 2026

Vietnam just signaled a major shift in how it thinks about entrepreneurship. Even if you are not a solopreneur, understanding this model matters for anyone doing business here. (This article was originally published on 6 May 2026 on our Substack)

6 tháng 5, 2026

Vietnam eTax for Businesses: Tax Registration, Filing, and Compliance in 2026

From setting up your company’s eTax account to managing CIT, VAT, and PIT obligations, here is a practical guide for business owners and operators in Vietnam. (This article was originally published on 1 May 2026 on our Substack)

1 tháng 5, 2026

Vietnam eTax for Individuals: Your Complete Guide to Tax Registration, Filing, and Finalization in 2026

From getting your tax code to completing your annual PIT finalization, here is a practical guide to the eTax system for employees, freelancers, and expats in Vietnam. (This article was originally published on 24 April 2026 on our Substack)

24 tháng 4, 2026

Công nghệTiếng Anh

Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection Law (2026): Key Rules and Implications for Businesses and Individuals

Effective January 1, 2026. Whether you run a business, manage a team, or simply use the internet in Vietnam, this law now applies to you. (This article was originally published on 17 April 2026 on our Substack)

17 tháng 4, 2026

Vietnam's VNeID Explained: Essential Guide to Vietnam's National Digital ID

Your one-stop guide to understanding, registering, and making the most of Vietnam’s national electronic identification system as a foreigner. (This article was originally published on 10 April 2026 on our Substack)

10 tháng 4, 2026

Vietnam Visa Guide for Foreigners and Expats: Everything You Need to Know in 2026

A practical breakdown of the most common Vietnam visa types for travelers, workers, business owners, and investors. (This article was originally published on 30 March 2026 on our Substack)

30 tháng 3, 2026

Personal Income Tax Finalization in Vietnam: A Quick and Practical Guide in 2026

If you work, run a business, or earn income in Vietnam, this is the one compliance task you cannot afford to get wrong every year. (This article was originally published on 25 March 2026 on our substack)

25 tháng 3, 2026

Công nghệTiếng Anh

Vietnam Just Made History: Southeast Asia's First AI Law Is Now in Effect

What Law 134/2025/QH15 means for businesses, startups, and expats navigating Vietnam's fast-moving digital economy (This article was originally published on 19 March 2026 on our substack)

19 tháng 3, 2026

Issuing VAT Invoices in Vietnam: A Quick Checklist to Stay Compliant

A practical guide for navigating Vietnam's e-invoice system with confidence. (This article was originally published on 18 March 2026 on our substack)

18 tháng 3, 2026

Running a Tech Business in Vietnam: The Honest Pros and Cons from a UX Studio

What nobody tells you before you start. A ground-level view from a UX design and tech studio in Ho Chi Minh City. (This article was originally published on 16 March 2026 on our substack)

16 tháng 3, 2026

Accounting and Legal in Vietnam: What Small Business Owners Really Need to Know

The honest, on-the-ground guide nobody gave us when we started. (This article was originally published on 10 March 2026 on our substack)

10 tháng 3, 2026

Vietnam Is Calling: Here's Why You Should Answer.

A grounded take on why expats, entrepreneurs, and professionals are betting on Vietnam — from people who actually live and build here. (This article was originally published on 06 March 2026 on our substack)

6 tháng 3, 2026

Bất động sảnTiếng Anh

Can Foreigners Buy Property in Vietnam? What's Changed in 2025 and 2026

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.

19 tháng 2, 2026

Understanding Equity Structures for Foreign Entities in Vietnam

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

17 tháng 2, 2026

Opening a Restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City: Licences, Costs & Timelines

The food and beverage sector has specific licensing requirements that trip up many first-time foreign operators. This guide covers the main approvals you'll need, from company registration to food safety, fire safety, alcohol and foreign staff.

13 tháng 2, 2026

The Best Neighbourhoods for Expats in Ho Chi Minh City in 2026

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

6 tháng 2, 2026

Understanding Vietnam’s Evolving Legal Landscape for Businesses

This article provides a foundational overview intended for informational purposes only. For specific legal advice, businesses should consult licensed professionals familiar with Vietnam’s jurisdiction and regulatory nuances.