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## Posts
- [Vietnam Business News: Week in Review (21 Mar 2026)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-business-news-week-in-review-18-mar-2026-75/): Explore the latest Vietnam business news including compliance updates, FDI trends, fuel price policies, and digital transformation support for SMEs. Essential insights for doing business in Vietnam.
- [Vietnam Factory Setup Costs for Industrial Parks Near HCMC (2026 Guide)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-factory-setup-costs-near-hcmc/): So... Vietnam Factory Setup Costs? How much does it actually cost to set up a factory in Vietnam?
- [A Comprehensive Guide to Vietnam Industrial Parks in 2026](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/a-comprehensive-guide-to-vietnam-industrial-parks-in-2026-71/): Infrastructure quality varies between industrial parks depending on the developer, location, and level of investment. However, Vietnam industrial parks with the best infrastructure can normally be linked with international developers.
- [Understanding Vietnam’s Law on Investment 2026: What Foreign Investors Need to Know](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/understanding-vietnam-s-law-on-investment-2025-what-foreign-investors-need-to-know-72/): If you are looking at Vietnam in 2026 and asking yourself whether this is the right time to enter the market, you might have come across a major regulatory update through Law on Investment No. 143/2025/QH15, often referred to as the Vietnam Law on Investment 2025. The law takes effect on March 1, 2026, although the provisions governing conditional business lines under Article 7 and Appendix IV take effect slightly later, on July 1, 2026.
- [Vietnam Retail Market Entry in 2026 – A Practical Guide for Foreign Entrepreneurs](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-retail-market-entry-in-2026-a-practical-guide-for-foreign-entrepreneurs-70/): Vietnam retail market trends remain strong. Consumer spending continues to rise, urban retail infrastructure is expanding, and foreign brands are entering at every tier of the market. But entering Vietnam retail market is not a simple company registration exercise. Retail is classified as a conditional sector, which means the Vietnam foreign retail business registration process involves layered licensing beyond basic incorporation.
- [Vietnam Hiring Trends After Tet 2026 – A Practical Guide for Foreign SMEs Expanding in Vietnam](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-hiring-trends-after-tet-2026-a-practical-guide-for-foreign-smes-expanding-in-vietnam-68/): For foreign SMEs looking to hire in Vietnam, in manufacturing, trading, logistics, professional services, and technology, Vietnam hiring trends after Tet represent a predictable but legally sensitive hiring cycle. Acting quickly is necessary - but acting without proper documentation, payroll alignment, and regulatory awareness creates avoidable risk.
- [Vietnam Tax Compliance for SMEs – Managing Expense Settlement, VAT and CIT Deductibility](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-tax-compliance-for-smes-managing-expense-settlement-vat-and-cit-deductibility-69/): For small and medium-sized enterprises in Vietnam, tax risk rarely comes from complex structuring. It comes from daily operations. Sales managers host client dinners. Operations staff purchase materials. Marketing teams pay for digital ads. Employees book travel and request reimbursement.
- [Vietnam Work Permit Rejection: Reasons and Prevention](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-work-permit-rejection-reasons-and-prevention-65/): For doing business in Vietnam, understanding the causes and implications of Vietnam work permit rejection - and addressing them systematically - is now a core governance requirement and part of the compliance checklist rather than an administrative task.
- [Independent Contractors vs Employees in Vietnam](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/independent-contractors-vs-employees-in-vietnam-66/): Hiring flexibility is often a priority when foreign companies expand into new markets. In Vietnam, many founders and SME owners initially look to independent contractors in Vietnam as a way to reduce costs, onboard talent quickly, and avoid long-term employment obligations.
- [Vietnam Launches International Financial Centre](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-launches-international-financial-centre-64/): The Vietnam IFC signals a deliberate move beyond that model. It is a long-term national project designed to deepen Vietnam’s role in capital markets, financial services, and global investment flows, rather than production alone.
- [Vietnam Corporate Income Tax Loss Carry-Forward Guide Under Decree 320 (2025)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-corporate-income-tax-loss-carry-forward-guide-under-decree-320-2025-63/): Corporate income tax losses are common in Vietnam, especially for start-ups, capital-intensive businesses, and companies undergoing restructuring. However, whether these losses reduce future tax liabilities depends entirely on correct application of Vietnam CIT loss carry-forward rules.
- [Taxes and Temporary Business Suspension in Vietnam: a Short Guide for Foreign Business Owners in Vietnam](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/taxes-and-temporary-business-suspension-in-vietnam-a-short-guide-for-foreign-business-owners-in-vietnam-62/): This article provides a clear, practical explanation, grounded strictly in Vietnamese law, to help foreign-owned enterprises make informed decisions during temporary business suspension. It is based on Decree 126/2020/ND-CP and Decree 168/2025/ND-CP, two key regulations governing tax management and business registration during suspension periods.
- [Vietnam Tax and Compliance Reforms – January 2026](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-tax-and-compliance-reforms-january-2026-61/): Vietnam is entering a decisive compliance reset between 1 January 2026 and 1 July 2026. A coordinated set of tax, labor, and enforcement reforms will reshape how foreign-owned companies, startups, and SMEs operate, hire, invoice, and pay tax.
- [Vietnam Business News: Week in Review (02 Nov 2025)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-business-news-week-in-review-02-nov-2025-57/): This week’s Vietnam business update highlights key developments:
- [Vietnam Business News: Week in Review (25 Oct 2025)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-business-news-week-in-review-25-oct-2025-56/): Stay updated on Vietnam business and compliance developments this week — from Ho Chi Minh City’s digital transformation to stricter cybersecurity rules and a streamlined Investment Law to make doing business in Vietnam easier.
- [Vietnam Business News: Week in Review (17 Oct 2025)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-business-news-week-in-review-17-oct-2025-55/): Stay updated on the latest Vietnam business and compliance laws in 2025, including digital transformation, cybersecurity, insurance reform, venture capital, and high-tech incentives - vital insights for anyone doing business in Vietnam.
- [Vietnam Business News: Week in Review (11 Oct 2025)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-business-news-week-in-review-11-oct-2025-54/): This week’s Vietnam business update highlights key developments:
- [Living and Working in Vietnam: Costs, Cities, and Legal Essentials for Entrepreneurs (2025 Guide)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/living-and-working-in-vietnam-costs-cities-and-legal-essentials-for-entrepreneurs-2025-guide-14/): Vietnam doesn’t flaunt its rise; it hums beneath the surface. Walk through Ho Chi Minh City at dusk and you’ll see café lights glowing with laptops, co-working spaces buzzing past midnight, and conversations that slip easily between English and Vietnamese. This is what living and working in Vietnam now looks like: a nation in motion, learning fast, and opening itself to the world.
- [Vietnam Business News: Week in Review (04 Oct 2025)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-business-news-week-in-review-04-oct-2025/): This week’s Vietnam business update highlights key developments:
- [A Better Way to Hire in Vietnam: Cultural Insights For Fit and Retention](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/a-better-way-to-hire-in-vietnam-cultural-insights-for-fit-and-retention/): When hiring in Vietnam, fit and retention start with context, not certificates. Reduce employee turnover in Vietnam by reading cultural signals.
- [Vietnam Business News: Week in Review (26 Sep 2025)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-business-news-week-in-review-26-sep-2025/): Stay updated on Vietnam business and compliance in 2025. Key Vietnam legal reforms include industrial policy, export promotion, tax changes, financial reporting, IP cooperation, and cybersecurity law.
- [Vietnam Business News: Week in Review (19 Sep 2025)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-business-news-week-in-review-19-sep-2025/): Stay ahead of compliance in Vietnam with the latest 2025 updates on tax law, data protection, bankruptcy reforms, and enterprise transparency. Essential insights for doing business in Vietnam.
- [Vietnam Business News: Week in Review (06 Sep 2025)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-business-news-week-in-review-06-sep-2025/): This week’s Vietnam business update highlights five key developments:
- [Vietnam Business News: Week in Review (29 Aug 2025)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-business-news-week-in-review-29-aug-2025/): This week’s Vietnam business update highlights five key developments:
- [Vietnam Business News: Week in Review (22 Aug 2025)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-business-news-week-in-review-22-aug-2025/): Stay ahead with the latest Vietnam business update. Learn about tax reforms, compliance policies, investor selection mandates, deregulation moves, extended visa waivers, and bold incentives for tech experts. A must-read for anyone doing business in Vietnam or exploring Business & Investment opportunities.
- [DIY Accounting in Vietnam: The Real Cost of Not Outsourcing](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/diy-accounting-in-vietnam-the-real-cost-of-not-outsourcing/): Avoid costly mistakes in bookkeeping in Vietnam. Discover why most businesses in Vietnam are outsourcing their accounting services to stay compliant, reduce penalties, and focus on growth.
- [The Week in Review: Compliance, Tax, and Economic Updates for Doing Business in Vietnam](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/the-week-in-review-compliance-tax-and-economic-updates-for-doing-business-in-vietnam/): Stay ahead with our Vietnam Business Update for August 2025. Learn about tax reforms, compliance rules, credit growth policy, and economic trends shaping business in Vietnam.
- [Hiring an Accountant vs. Outsourced Accounting in Vietnam: A Guide for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/hiring-an-accountant-vs-outsourced-accounting-in-vietnam-a-guide-for-small-businesses-and-entrepreneurs/): To help ensure your company's long term prospects, we've prepared this guide that walks you through the critical differences, common mistakes, and practical solutions that apply specifically to Vietnam accounting services, including how to decide if outsourced bookkeeping in Vietnam is the right fit for your company. In this article, you will learn:
- [The Week in Review: New Laws, Tax Reforms & Opportunities for Businesses in Vietnam](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/the-week-in-review-new-laws-tax-reforms-opportunities-for-businesses-in-vietnam/): Explore Vietnam's economy updates—including cashless payments, credit growth, tax reforms, and tourism. Learn how businesses in Vietnam can adapt and invest in Vietnam successfully.
- [Common Mistakes When Setting Up a Business in Vietnam and How to Avoid Them](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/common-mistakes-when-setting-up-a-business-in-vietnam-and-how-to-avoid-them/): Avoid costly setup mistakes in Vietnam. Learn the Vietnamese law and top mistakes foreign investors in Vietnam make and how to set up a business the right way in 2025.
- [The Week in Review: Weekly Insights for Business Owners in Vietnam July 2025](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/the-week-in-review-weekly-insights-for-business-owners-in-vietnam-july-2025/): Stay Ahead in Vietnam’s Growing Economy and Digital Landscape - Essential updates for business owners in Vietnam: government support, tax changes, Vietnam digital growth, and compliance tips. Your guide to invest in Vietnam smartly.
- [Mandatory Social Insurance in Vietnam 2025: What Employers Need to Know](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/mandatory-social-insurance-in-vietnam-2025-what-employers-need-to-know/): Vietnam’s new Social Insurance Law (effective July 2025) impacts all employers and foreign businesses. Learn who must contribute, how to stay compliant, and avoid costly penalties.
- [Employee Benefits in Vietnam: What’s Legally Required vs. Market Competitive](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/employee-benefits-in-vietnam-whats-legally-required-vs-market-competitive/): Are you an HR manager or foreign SME navigating employee benefits in Vietnam? This guide clarifies mandatory benefits under Vietnam labor law—such as social insurance, health and unemployment insurance, annual leave, maternity/paternity leave, and paid time-off—and contrasts them with competitive employee benefits like 13th-month salary, private insurance, wellness stipends, flexible work options, and extra leave days. With major Social Insurance Law reforms effective July 1, 2025—including expanded coverage for part-time and probationary workers—understanding employee benefits law Vietnam compliance while offering attractive packages is critical to hiring, retaining, and engaging talent efficiently.
- [The Week in Review: Vietnam Digital Growth, Green Shifts, and Global Integration](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/the-week-in-review-vietnam-digital-growth-green-shifts-and-global-integration/): Explore July 2025 continued updates on Vietnam economy: E-commerce growth, green energy shifts, Vietnam Digital Growth, and trade insights. Actionable tips for SMEs and investors
- [Freelancing in Vietnam: Legal Risks, Penalties and Compliance for Foreigners](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/freelancing-in-vietnam-legal-risks-penalties-and-compliance-for-foreigners/): Freelancing in Vietnam is booming. From the bustling tech scene in Ho Chi Minh City to the tranquil beaches and rice fields of Hoi An, the country has become a hotspot for foreign freelancers, digital nomads, and even English teachers. The low cost of living, strong internet infrastructure, and a growing appetite for international talent make Vietnam attractive. But there’s a catch: the legal framework for foreign freelancers isn’t straightforward. Missteps in visa status, work authorization, or tax compliance can lead to serious consequences.
- [Power of Attorney in Vietnam: What Business Owners need to pay attention](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/power-of-attorney-in-vietnam-what-business-owners-need-to-pay-attention/): Delegation is a must for any business owner. Whether you're a foreign investor, an SME founder, or an established company, knowing how to use a Power of Attorney (POA) can help you keep business running smoothly—especially when you're not in Vietnam or need someone to act on your behalf.
- [Annual Compliance Checklist for Foreign-Owned Companies in Vietnam](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/annual-compliance-checklist-for-foreign-owned-companies-in-vietnam/): In this guide, we’ll walk you through an updated compliance checklist from taxes and labor to reporting and bookkeeping in Vietnam, which will keep your business running efficiently. 
- [The Week in Review: Vietnam officially entered a new era](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/the-week-in-review-vietnam-officially-entered-a-new-era/): As Vietnam had officially underwent major political and economic changes as of July 01st, 2025, further sweeping administrative reforms was launched aimed at simplifying government structure and improving efficiency. Here is brief summary of what happen in the first week of changes:
- [The Week in Review: Vietnam Economy Update in July 2025](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/the-week-in-review-vietnam-economy-update-in-july-2025/): The first half of 2025 has marked a turning point for the Vietnam economy, with robust growth, record-setting business activity, and sweeping legal reforms. For SMEs and foreign investors, understanding these changes is more than just staying informed—it's about seizing the right opportunities and mitigating risks in an increasingly competitive market.
- [The Week in Review: Policy Shifts and Updates from Vietnam – June 27th 2025](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/the-week-in-review-policy-shifts-and-updates-from-vietnam-june-27th-2025/): However, dual nationals seeking public office, Vietnam government jobs, or military roles must give up foreign citizenship and live permanently in Vietnam. All applicants will undergo background checks by the Ministry of Public Security.
- [Vietnam’s Big Legal Changes Start July 1, 2025: What Businesses Must Know](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnams-big-legal-changes-start-july-1-2025-what-businesses-must-know/): The Vietnam legal overhaul presents both promising opportunities and operational challenges for SMEs and foreign investors doing business in Vietnam. 
- [Vietnam Business Visas vs. Work Permits: What Foreign Founders Need to Know](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-business-visas-vs-work-permits-what-foreign-founders-need-to-know/): Exploring work, business, and investment opportunities in Vietnam is an exciting adventure, but it does come with some important rules—especially around Vietnam visas and Vietnam work permits. Whether you’re a foreign business owner, investor, or someone hoping to work in Vietnam, getting a good handle on these basics will make your journey much easier and hassle-free - and you're in the right place. This is the guide for you!
- [How to Legally Transfer Shares Between Foreigners in a Vietnamese Company: FIE Compliance Case Study (2025)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/how-to-legally-transfer-shares-between-foreigners-in-a-vietnamese-company-fie-compliance-case-study-2025/): At United Consulting, we get a lot of enquiries about company set up, but we were recently approached by a client—an inexperienced Australian investor—who was acquiring shares in a manufacturing company based in an industrial area north of Saigon, from another foreign shareholder who is based in Singapore. While the transaction seemed straightforward, it raised a couple of interesting questions about Vietnam’s legal obligations when both the seller and buyer are foreigners. Could the share transfer proceed without government involvement? Would the company need to update its registration? And what if this triggered new reporting or tax obligations?
- [Comprehensive Guide to International Business Chambers in Vietnam – Including Membership Fees](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/comprehensive-guide-to-international-business-chambers-in-vietnam-including-membership-fees/): Foreign business chambers in Vietnam play a crucial role in helping companies navigate the local market, establish strategic relationships, and gain access to valuable support services. These chambers, often aligned with specific countries or regions, serve as hubs for networking, advocacy, market intelligence, and policy dialogue.
- [Taxation and Accounting for Foreign Entrepreneurs in Vietnam (A Thorough Guide: 2025)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/taxation-and-accounting-for-foreign-entrepreneurs-in-vietnam-a-thorough-guide-2025/): Explore the tax and accounting system in Vietnam, with this guide tailored for foreign entrepreneurs. Learn about Corporate Income Tax (CIT), VAT, Personal Income Tax (PIT), mandatory insurance contributions, bookkeeping under VAS, invoicing rules, and auditing requirements. Stay compliant and confidently grow your business in Vietnam.
- [I Live in Vietnam, but Played Digital Nomad for a Month. Here’s a Digital Nomad Guide to Penang.](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/i-live-in-vietnam-but-played-digital-nomad-for-a-month-heres-a-digital-nomad-guide-to-penang/): Penang for Digital Nomads: Coworking, Culture, Cost of Living and Food
- [I Live in Vietnam, but Played Digital Nomad for a Month. Here’s a Digital Nomad Guide to Chiang Mai.](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/i-live-in-vietnam-but-played-digital-nomad-for-a-month-heres-a-digital-nomad-guide-to-chiang-mai/): Personally, while I've been to Thailand dozens of times, it's never really called out to me. I've only been to beachy towns like Phuket, the Khos, and Bangkok too many times to mention. I've always loved the food, but never felt a strong pull towards it. However, Chiang Mai seems to buck the trend. It was recommended by a friend, and already seems like a good digital nomad destination that doesn't have to feel like a place full of hippies if you don't want it to be. 
- [I Live in Vietnam, but Played Digital Nomad for a Month. Here’s a Digital Nomad Guide to Hoi An.](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/i-live-in-vietnam-but-played-digital-nomad-for-a-month-here-s-a-digital-nomad-guide-to-hoi-an-15/): Live and Work remotely in Vietnam, understand legal requirements, lifestyle benefits, and get practical tips
- [Vietnam Visas for Foreigners – A Short Guide to Vietnam Immigration Laws (based on: 51/2019/QH14)](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/vietnam-visas-for-foreigners-a-short-guide-to-vietnam-immigration-laws-based-on-51-2019-qh14/): Navigating the legal requirements for entering, residing, and working in Vietnam is quite straightforward - but at the same time can be very complex, especially for foreigners unfamiliar with the country's regulations. This comprehensive guide is based on Law No. 51/2019/QH14. 
- [Doing Business in Vietnam: A Basic Yet Comprehensive Introduction](https://www.unitedconsulting.asia/blog/united-consulting-blog-1/doing-business-in-vietnam-a-basic-yet-comprehensive-introduction-10/): Compliance, Operations, and Navigating Business Setup in Vietnam for Foreign Entrepreneurs

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