Procedure for Changing an Investment Project Location Not Subject to Investment Policy Approval Adjustment
During the implementation of an investment project, the need to change the project's location may arise from the practical production and business activities of the investor. When a project has been granted an Investment Registration Certificate (IRC) and is not in a case requiring the procedure for investment policy approval...
Continue ReadingSetting up a company in Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam
The establishment of a foreign-invested company in Ho Chi Minh City must strictly comply with the current laws of Vietnam in 2025. The legal framework governing investment and enterprises has undergone significant reforms to facilitate investors, particularly under the Investment Law 2020 (Law No. 61/2020/QH14), the Enterprise Law 2020 (Law...
Continue ReadingThe Rights of Personal Data Subjects Under Vietnamese Law
In the digital era, personal data is considered an invaluable asset for every individual and a critical resource for economic development. However, this comes with inherent risks to information security and privacy. The introduction of the Law on Personal Data Protection No. 91/2025/QH15 marks a significant legal milestone, establishing a...
Continue ReadingPersonal Data Protection in the Recruitment, Management, and Utilization of Employees in Vietnam
In all business operations, the process of recruiting, managing, and utilizing employees is where the most sensitive and diverse volume of personal data is generated and processed—from application dossiers, personal identification, and labor contracts to timekeeping and payroll data. The legal landscape for these activities is about to undergo a...
Continue ReadingPersonal Data Protection in Vietnam: Regulations and Practice
In the current era of information explosion and digital connectivity, personal data has become a critical strategic asset, contributing to economic and social development, as well as national security. However, the collection, processing, and protection of this data face significant challenges, particularly the risks of infringement and misuse. This article...
Continue ReadingDa Nang Approves 'Basal Pay', Its First Sanctioned Blockchain Application for Crypto-Fiat Exchange
In Decision No. 1181/QD-UBND dated August 26, the Da Nang City People's Committee has approved a limited-period controlled trial for a new technology solution: the "Basal Pay Software." Developed by AlphaTrue Solutions JSC, this marks the first approved application of Blockchain technology in the city for exchanging crypto assets with...
Continue ReadingMVNO Licensing in Vietnam (2025): A Detailed Guide to Conditions & Application Dossiers
The introduction of Vietnam's Law on Telecommunications 2023 and its guiding legal documents, such as Circular 08/2024/TT-BTTTT, has established a groundbreaking legal framework. This new landscape offers significant competitive advantages and unlocks powerful growth opportunities for Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) in Vietnam.
Continue ReadingA Comparison of Regulations for Public, Domestic Private, and Foreign-Invested Schools in Vietnam
Under Vietnam's Law on Education 2019 (as amended in 2025), the national education system from preschool to the end of upper secondary school includes preschool, primary school, lower secondary school, and upper secondary school. Upper secondary education is organized over three academic years (from grade 10 to grade 12). Correspondingly,...
Continue ReadingInvestment Incentive Policies in Da Nang Free Trade Zone
The Da Nang Free Trade Zone has been established with special preferential mechanisms, streamlined administrative procedures, and a dedicated management structure. DB Legal is pleased to present an overview of the investment incentive policies as stipulated in Resolution No. 136/2024/QH15, dated June 26, 2024.
Continue ReadingInvesting in Cloud Computing Services for Foreign Investors in Vietnam
The explosive growth of the digital economy is transforming Vietnam into an attractive investment destination for the cloud computing services sector. However, alongside opportunity comes an increasingly stringent legal framework. This article by DB Legal provides an in-depth analysis of the key legal aspects, from market entry regulations and licensing...
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