Vietnam’s seasonal labor regulations: What FDI businesses need to know Vietnam is a high-potential market for FDI businesses—especially Japanese companies—with strong demand for seasonal or short-term hiring in manufacturing, retail, logistics, and events. However, according to reports from the Inspectorate of the Ministry of Labour – Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA), violations related to the […]

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 […]

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 […]