Correctly distinguishing contract types: Avoid risks for FDI enterprises In recent years, Vietnam has intensified labor compliance inspections, especially for FDI enterprises. According to reports from the Inspectorate of the Ministry of Labour – Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA), one of the most common violations is the misuse of employment contract types, leading to legal […]

Vietnam is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for foreign investors, especially from Japan, South Korea, and Europe. However, according to reports from the Inspectorate of the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA) and the Department of Work Safety, more than 65% of FDI enterprises experience labor and occupational safety violations within their first […]

Comprehensive labor compliance solutions for FDI enterprises in Vietnam Vietnam is an attractive destination for FDI enterprises thanks to its stable environment, abundant workforce, and reasonable labor costs. However, according to reports from the Inspectorate of the Ministry of Labour – Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA), more than 60% of FDI enterprises face difficulties in […]

Labor Law compliance: What do FDI enterprises often misunderstand? When expanding operations into Vietnam, many FDI enterprises—especially from Japan, South Korea, and Europe—face significant challenges in complying with labor regulations. According to reports, more than 60% of labor violations by FDI companies stem from misunderstandings of regulations, leading to unintentional non-compliance but serious legal risks. […]

How can newly established FDI companies avoid labor inspection risks? During 2024–2025, Vietnam has strengthened labor compliance management through annual inspection plans conducted by the Inspectorate of the Ministry of Labour – Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA), the Department of Work Safety, and Vietnam Social Security (VSS). FDI enterprises are often among the groups inspected […]

After receiving the Investment Registration Certificate (IRC) and Enterprise Registration Certificate (ERC), many foreign-invested enterprises (FDI) — especially Japanese companies 🇯🇵 — believe that the establishment process is complete.In reality, this is only the beginning.To ensure lawful operations, avoid administrative penalties, and comply with investment regulations, companies must promptly complete the 10 important tasks listed […]

With the increasing wave of foreign investment in Vietnam, the need for administration, accounting, legal, and HR management has become a major challenge for FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) enterprises.For Japanese companies in particular, differences in legal systems, taxation, accounting principles, and business culture often lead to administrative errors, delayed reporting, or violations of labor regulations. […]

Foreign direct investment activities into Vietnam continue to grow rapidly, with Japan, South Korea, and Singapore being the three leading countries.However, during project implementation, many FDI enterprises still face difficulties related to regulations on capital contribution, capital transfer, and investment account management — critical factors that directly affect the legality and financial efficiency of enterprises. […]

After establishing an FDI company in Vietnam, many foreign enterprises quickly realize that running an organization effectively in a new legal environment is more complex than expected.Vietnam’s accounting, tax, labor, social insurance, investment reporting, and administrative procedures all have their own specific characteristics. For this reason, specialized Back Office services for FDI enterprises are becoming […]

In recent years, periodic health check-ups for employees have received increasing attention, as they are not only a mandatory requirement under the law but also a crucial activity for protecting employees’ health and building a sustainable working environment. However, in practice, many businesses still lack a full understanding of the procedures, required documents, examination items, […]