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 […]

1. Current Situation: Common Back-Office Mistakes in FDI Enterprises During the investment and operational process in Vietnam, many foreign-invested enterprises (FDI)—especially Japanese companies—face challenges in managing legal records, accounting, taxation, and HR in compliance with Vietnamese regulations. Below are the most common mistakes: (1) Late or Incomplete Submission of Investment and Statistical Reports According to […]

1. Introduction When foreign enterprises—especially Japanese companies—invest in Vietnam, compliance with legal regulations on investment reporting, auditing, and taxation becomes a critical requirement.This not only ensures compliance with Vietnamese law but also demonstrates transparency, professionalism, and credibility in the eyes of regulators and Vietnamese business partners.From capital contribution and daily operations to profit remittance, every […]

1. Post-establishment stage – “Setting the legal foundation” After receiving the Investment Registration Certificate (IRC) and the Enterprise Registration Certificate (ERC), FDI enterprises must complete the following initial administrative procedures: Procedure GroupRequired ActionsGoverning AuthorityTax & Accounting– Register for tax and digital signature– Open a bank account and notify the Department of Planning & Investment– Register […]