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In the context of the strong national digital transformation taking place in Vietnam, the digitalization of administrative procedures is a top priority set by the State. However, for some Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) enterprises, the intersection between new regulations on electronic identity and foreign labor management has inadvertently created administrative barriers, affecting the business’s operations….
Transparent product information through global identification systems is becoming an inevitable trend for goods seeking access to modern distribution channels or participation in export activities. The presence of a standardized identification system helps strengthen an enterprise’s market position and enhance its reputation in the marketplace. The following article by VO & Associates provides enterprises with…
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PROCEDURES FOR OBTAINING A CERTIFICATE OF FREE SALE (CFS) FOR DETERGENT POWDER AND CLEANING PRODUCTS
PROCEDURES FOR OBTAINING A CERTIFICATE OF FREE SALE (CFS) FOR DETERGENT POWDER AND CLEANING PRODUCTS1. What is a CFS Certificate and how does it differ from other licenses?2. Conditions and Competent Authorities for Issuing CFS Certificates for Cleaning Products2.1. Conditions for Issuance2.2. Competent Authorities3. Dossier Requirements for Applying for a CFS Certificate4. Procedures for Obtaining…
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Key changes in tax policy for individuals engaged in the rental of multiple real estate properties
Amid the ongoing refinement of the tax legal framework to enhance regulatory efficiency and ensure tax equity, the new regulations governing individuals engaged in real estate leasing have introduced a number of significant changes. In particular, for individuals owning and leasing multiple properties, the new tax policies not only adjust applicable tax rates but also…
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Notable Revisions under the Investment Law 2025: Key Issues for Businesses and Investors to Consider
The Investment Law 2025, promulgated by the National Assembly, introduces a number of significant changes aimed at further improving the investment and business environment, simplifying administrative procedures, and enhancing the competitiveness of the economy. Compared to the Investment Law 2020, the new provisions clearly reflect a shift from ex-ante control to ex-post supervision, while also…
On March 5, 2026, the Government officially issued Decree No. 68/2026/ND-CP, regulating tax policies and tax administration for household businesses and individual business operators. This Decree represents a landmark legal instrument, replacing and supplementing previous regulations. The core objective of the Decree is to standardize tax obligations for the individual economic sector and tighten tax…
The year-end period is always a time when employees pay close attention to welfare benefits such as the 13th-month salary, attendance bonuses, or prizes from year-end parties. However, not everyone clearly understands which income items are taxable and which are exempt. In this article, Vo & Associates will clarify these regulations based on the latest…
A contract is an agreement concluded between an employer and an employee. When signing a labor contract, the two parties must agree on issues of paid employment, working conditions, rights and obligations of each party in the labor relationship, the content of the labor contract stipulating the working place and the work that the employee…
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Profit remittance abroad by foreign investors in Vietnam – Legal regulations & procedures (Latest update)
“Profit remittance abroad” is among the most important issues for foreign investors when investing in Vietnam. Failure to comply with applicable regulations may result in tax clawbacks, administrative sanctions, or the rejection of remittances by commercial banks. When an investment project begins generating profits, foreign investors often ask: When can profits be remitted abroad? How…
Customer Question:Lawyer’s Answer:1. Determining the legal nature of a gold loan transaction2. General principle: Borrow gold, return gold3. When can a borrower pay in cash instead of gold?4. How are disputes resolved? Customer Question: In the past, I borrowed 2 taels of gold from a relative to build a house. At the time of borrowing,…
In business activities, expanding the market is always a prerequisite goal of the business. Although the sale, service delivery can now be done through e-commerce platforms, the internet. Geolocation barriers are almost something that businesses can easily overcome. However, following strict legal regulations in business management activities, as well as helping to optimize market access,…
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Data processing impact assessment (DPIA) & Cross-border personal data transfer impact assessment (CBTIA) – Mandatory obligations for businesses from 2026
I. Legal basicII. Core concepts – Legal foundations for Personal Data Protection1. What is Personal Data?3. What is Personal Data Processing & What is DPIA?3.1. Personal Data Processing3.2. Data Processing Impact Assessment (DPIA)3.3. Cross-border Personal Data Transfer3.4. Cross-border Data Transfer Impact Assessment (CBTIA)III. Which Businesses Must Conduct DPIA and CBTIA?1. Data Processing Impact Assessment Obligations2….
