In the process of marriage registration involving foreign elements, a mental health certificate is a mandatory document to verify that both parties possess full civil capacity. In Ho Chi Minh City, the Ho Chi Minh City Mental Hospital is the authorized institution for providing this medical certification.

For individuals registering a marriage involving foreign elements in Da Nang, a mental health certificate is a mandatory component of the application file. This document ensures that both parties are of sound mind and possess full civil capacity.

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...