Incentives and benefits of converting a household business into an enterprise
In the context where the State is promoting the development of the private economic sector, household businesses converting into enterprises are entitled to various important incentives relating to taxes, fees, and development support. Such conversion not only enhances competitiveness but also establishes a solid legal foundation for long-term business operations. Let us explore this further... Read More
Loan to equity conversion agreement: Key legal issues to note
In the context of increasingly diversified capital-raising needs, many enterprises opt to convert foreign loans into equity as a solution to reducing debt burdens while simultaneously attracting strategic investors. However, this is a transaction with a complex legal structure, directly involving regulations on investment, foreign exchange management, share issuance, and corporate procedures. If implemented without... Read More
Establishing a foreign-invested enterprise operating in the E-commerce field
Currently, with the rapid advancement of technology, purchasing goods and connecting for service provision via e-commerce platforms have become familiar to Vietnamese consumers. Consequently, a significant number of foreign investors are seeking to invest in Vietnam to conduct e-commerce service business. Thus, what conditions must foreign investors satisfy, and what procedures must they carry out,... Read More
Establishing a foreign-invested enterprise operating in the information technology field
At present, alongside the trend of digital transformation and the strong development of the digital economy, the information technology sector in general has become one of the most attractive industries for foreign investors in Vietnam. With advantages such as a young workforce, competitive costs, and an increasingly improved investment environment, Vietnam is regarded as a... Read More
Legal consequences in the case that a shareholder fails to fully pay for the shares subscribed upon the establishment of a joint stock company
The full and timely payment of the shares subscribed is a mandatory obligation of shareholders upon the establishment of a joint stock company. Under the Law on Enterprises 2020, failure to perform this obligation not only gives rise to the shareholder’s liabilities but also places the company in a position where it must carry out... Read More
Key points to note regarding the new regulations on the peer-to-peer lending mechanism
As from 1 July 2025, Decree No. 94/2025/ND-CP (“Decree 94”) on the regulatory sandbox mechanism in the banking sector comes into effect. One of the key issues attracting significant attention under Decree 94 is the peer-to-peer lending (“P2P lending”) solution. This is the first legal instrument that formally recognises the legality of P2P lending in... Read More
Preferential and support policies for science and technology enterprises under current regulations
A Science and Technology Enterprise (“STE”) is an enterprise engaged in activities such as research, development, technology transfer, and innovation, possessing the capability to absorb, master, and effectively apply technology to generate economic, social, and environmental benefits. In order to promote scientific and technological advancement, international integration and progress toward a new era, the Party... Read More
Conditions and procedures for the issuance of the Certificate of Science and Technology enterprise
On October 14, 2025, the Government promulgated Decree No. 268/2025/ND-CP, detailing and guiding the implementation of several provisions of the Law on Science, Technology and Innovation regarding innovation; encouraging scientific, technological, and innovative activities in enterprises; recognizing innovation centers and startup support centers; recognizing individuals and innovative startup enterprises; and establishing infrastructure, networks, ecosystems for... Read More
Notification of changes to the personal data processing impact assessment dossier
In the event of any changes to the contents of the personal data processing impact assessment dossier previously submitted to the Ministry of Public Security, the Personal Data Controller, Personal Data Controller-cum-Processor, or Personal Data Processor must update and supplement such dossier by carrying out the procedure for notification of changes to the personal data... Read More
Latest procedures for granting licenses to organize extracurricular tutoring activities outside the school
At present, the demand for extra teaching and learning outside regular school hours is no longer unfamiliar to students. These activities not only meet students’ needs to supplement their knowledge but also create additional income for teachers. However, not everyone fully understands the nature of extra teaching and learning, as well as the legal regulations... Read More