Vietnam has introduced a new regulatory framework governing foreign workers with the issuance of Decree No. 219/2025/ND-CP on foreign workers working in Vietnam. The Decree was issued on 7 August 2025 and took effect on the same date, replacing the previous regulations under Decree No. 152/2020/ND-CP, as amended by Decree No....

The employment of foreign workers in Vietnam is increasingly vital for foreign-invested enterprises (FIEs) and organizations across technology, manufacturing, trading, and services. Under prevailing labor regulations, foreign nationals must satisfy statutory conditions and obtain a valid work permit, unless eligible for a work permit exemption. The regulatory framework for foreign labor...

Dear DB Legal - A Law Firm in Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City. Our company is about to welcome a senior executive from our overseas parent corporation for a working period of less than one month. Does our company need to apply for a Work Permit for this...

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...

Preparing a complete and accurate dossier is the most crucial step in obtaining a Work Permit in Vietnam

To apply for a Work Permit Exemption for foreign employees in 2026, employers must prepare a complete dossier including the following items:

One of the key factors to create the success of the International Financial Centre (IFC) in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang is the high-quality global human resource. To realize this goal, administrative barriers in recruiting foreign employees have been strongly removed through specific mechanisms unprecedented before. Based on...

Effective July 1, 2025, Decree No. 219/2025/ND-CP introduces significant changes to the work permit application process for foreign employees in Vietnam, especially regarding the competent authority. This article provides a detailed guide on the procedure for obtaining a work permit in Hue according to these latest regulations.

In the context of international economic integration, the demand for foreign labor in Vietnam is increasing, especially for key positions such as managers. The employment of foreign personnel helps businesses enhance their competitive capacity and access advanced management experience. However, this also imposes strict legal requirements to ensure a balance...