May 2026: Vietnam Regulatory Compliance Updates
This May 2026 publication of our Regulatory Compliance Updates brings several important regulatory updates that may impact your business operations in Vietnam, covering the following key areas:
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Vietnam's Amended Intellectual Property Law 2025
Vietnam has introduced a new round of amendments to its intellectual property framework under Law No. 131/2025/QH15, which was issued on 10 December 2025 and took effect on 1 April 2026. The amended law reflects Vietnam’s continuing effort to modernise it
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April 2026: Vietnam regulatory compliance updates
This April 2026 publication of our Regulatory Compliance Updates brings several important regulatory updates that may significantly impact your business operations in Vietnam, covering the following key areas:
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Vietnam’s P2P lending market in 2026 - regulatory maturity and technology integration
Vietnam’s P2P lending market presents an interesting opportunity in 2026, driven by strong digital adoption and rising demand for alternative credit. With a population exceeding 102 million and internet penetration at around 77%, the country has a large,
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Promoting private sector development in Vietnam - special policies from 2026
On 15 January 2026, the Government issued Decree 20/2026/ND‑CP providing guidance on Resolution 198/2025/QH15 regarding several special mechanisms and policies aimed at promoting the development of the private sector. There are several points to note as f
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Shaping Vietnam’s E-Commerce legal framework - practical notes for foreign investors
In recent years in Vietnam, e-commerce purchasing behaviors have shifted significantly from traditional venues such as markets and physical stores to online platforms. These platforms include suppliers’ proprietary websites such as those operated by super
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Vietnam’s Medtech sector and the regulations governing market entry and operations
Vietnam’s MedTech sector is developing quickly, driven by rising healthcare demand and accelerating digital adoption. However, Vietnam does not yet have a single, unified regulatory framework for MedTech; instead, activities in this space fall under a mix
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Key reforms foreign investors should know under Vietnam’s Investment Law 2025
Politburo Resolution No. 66-NQ/TW dated 30 April 2025 places the elimination of the “ask-grant” (discretionary approval) mechanism at the core of Vietnam’s institutional reform agenda, treating it as a key lever to accelerate development in the new era. I
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Turning Personal Data Protection into operational obligations under Decree 356
Effective 1 January 2026, Decree 356/2025/NĐ-CP (Decree 356) replaces Decree 13/2023/NĐ-CP (Decree 13), providing detailed implementation guidance for the Law on Personal Data Protection 2025 (PDPL).
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Balancing creativity and responsibility in Law on Artificial Intelligence
In recent times, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought about profound changes: from generative chatbots and human-simulated videos to automation trends across various industries. AI not only drives economic growth and everyday life but also influences
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Legal shift on abolishing 38 conditional business lines in Vietnam 2026
In December 2025, the National Assembly of Vietnam passed amendments to the Law on Investment, with the clear objective of substantially improving the ease of doing business. A key pillar of this reform is the overhaul of conditional business lines, resul
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Making better SME decisions with financial modelling
In Southeast Asia, SMEs drive over 90% of businesses and employ the majority of the workforce. Yet, many still make critical decisions without the clarity that financial modelling provides. It’s not just for big corporates – SMEs in SEA need it even
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Vietnam’s New Personal Income Tax Law in 2026: Major updates and business impact
On 10 December 2025, Vietnam National Assembly enacted its new Personal Income Tax (PIT) Law No 109/2025/QH15, introducing major reforms. The changes aim to simplify the tax structure, revise deductions, adjust progressive brackets, update rates for irreg
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Behind every valuation: Numbers, context, and growth potential
Thinking of selling your business or bringing in investors to scale and professionalise operations? The first question you’ll face is inevitable:
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Circular 99/2025: Key changes in Vietnam’s Accounting Rules every business must know
On 27 October 2025, the Ministry of Finance issued Circular 99/2025/TT-BTC on the enterprise accounting regime, replacing Circular 200/2014/TT-BTC and its related amendments. The new regulation takes effect on 1 January 2026 and applies to fiscal years be
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Official increase in family deductions & New Minimum Wage effective 1 January 2026
Recently, the Government has issued several important legal updates concerning labour and employment. Please take note of these changes as they may affect workers’ rights and obligations.
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Updated Employment Law 2026
The Employment Law 2025, effective from 1 January 2026, marks the most significant reform of employment and unemployment insurance policies in over a decade. These amendments not only address gaps in the Employment Law 2013 but also introduce additional m
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Fast growth, thin controls: Strengthening portfolio companies post-investment.
In Vietnam’s fast-paced investment environment, financial investors are increasingly backing early-growth-stage companies with strong market potential but underdeveloped accounting and finance systems. While deal execution often takes center stage, the re
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Vietnam’s Crypto Pilot: A cautious green light
Resolution 05/2025/NQ-CP (Resolution 05) marks Vietnam’s first-ever legal framework governing digital and crypto assets. Adopted by the Government and effective from 9 September 2025, Resolution 05 establishes a five-year pilot program for crypto/digital
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