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Terminating Employment in Vietnam: What You Need to Know

Vietnamese Labour Laws are drafted with a core concept of protecting employees, and the ability to cease employment relationships in Vietnam is not always straight forward (or even permissible) in many cases. However, employers and employees can follow th

Vietnamese Labour Laws are drafted with a core concept of protecting employees, and the ability to cease employment relationships in Vietnam is not always straight forward (or even permissible) in many cases. However, employers and employees can follow the regulations and to achieve their desired outcomes.

Options and obligations for terminating labour contracts in Vietnam

Contract TypeDetails
Definite ContractContract for a period of up to 36 months
Indefinite ContractContract that is indefinite (no expiry date)
Seasonal or Project Specific ContractContract that is for a period of up to 12 months