To: DB Legal – Law Firm in Vietnam. My name is A, a Vietnamese citizen. I am legally married to my husband, who is a foreign national. Can I register a foreign citizenship for our child? Thank you.

Registering a marriage in Da Nang in 2026 has become more efficient through the National Digital Transformation program. Whether you are a local resident or a foreigner, this guide provides the most updated legal requirements and digital procedures.

Labor management in Vietnam is not only about controlling the number of foreign employees but also aims to ensure order, transparency, and fairness in the working environment among all parties. Each work permit issued is the result of a strict legal process, reflecting a balance between the demand for international...

On October 14, 2025, the Government issued Decree No. 268/2025/ND-CP, providing detailed regulations and guidelines for the Law on Science, Technology, and Innovation. This Decree focuses on promoting innovation activities, encouraging R&D within enterprises, and establishing a robust startup ecosystem.

Determining the effective date and the scope of application of legal normative documents is crucial for ensuring legal compliance in Vietnam. This article provides a comprehensive guide on when a legal document takes effect, its spatial validity, and the fundamental principles for resolution in case of legal conflicts

In the context of digital transformation and the rapid development of online transactions, exchanging and signing contracts through electronic means has become a common practice for businesses and individuals. However, alongside the convenience it brings, this method also raises several legal issues, particularly concerning the validity and authenticity of contracts...

In a volatile business environment, it is not uncommon for legal regulations to change while a contract is still being performed. A critical question arises for businesses: Can an agreement legally signed in the past be invalidated by a new, stricter regulation? Correctly identifying the applicable legal instruments not only...

In the practice of resolving civil disputes, determining the legal retroactivity and transitional clauses is often one of the most complex challenges for the parties involved. This is particularly crucial when a transaction was established under the Civil Code 2005, yet the dispute arises or persists after the Civil Code...

On January 15, 2026, the Council of Justices of the Supreme People's Court issued Resolution No. 01/2026/NQ-HDTP. This is a pivotal document providing guidelines for digital judicial and administrative procedures, officially taking effect on March 1, 2026

In Vietnam, property disputes are among the most complex challenges during a divorce. While the law defaults to a shared property regime, many couples are now opting for an Agreed Matrimonial Property Regime to ensure transparency and financial independence. But is a prenuptial agreement right for you? This article breaks...