Vietnam Business Solutions

Business Operation in Vietnam

Entering the Vietnamese market is a strategic milestone that shouldn't be weighed down by administrative burdens. Streamline your operations and ensure local compliance with our tailored solutions.

Vietnam Business Context
Why Business Process Outsourcing?

Focus Resources for Business Growth

The most significant costs on a business is the time managers spend micromanaging paperwork, finance reports, HR, and other hurdles. Outsourcing offers a "plug-and-play" infrastructure that allows your company to be fully operational within days, rather than months spent on administrative activities. By offloading the complexity of accounting, sub-licensing, and corporate secretarial work to a specialized partner, you can stop being "administrators" and return to being "business people," focusing 100% of their energy on scaling your presence in Vietnam.

Why VNBG?

We understand the complexities of the local regulatory environment.
We navigate these challenges to make your Vietnam expansion compliant, seamless, and secure.

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Compliance-first

We prioritize strict legal compliance as your solid business foundation. This approach protects your operations from future risks and penalties.

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Free Consultation

We provide comprehensive market insights and practices completely free of charge. This transparency empowers you to make confident investment decisions.

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Vietnam Focused

We have deep roots and a thorough understanding of the Vietnam's business landscape. We help you navigate the market smoothly and connect with opportunities.

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Cost-effective

We offer high-quality services at prices that fit your budget. This smart and tailored approach saves you money while ensuring you still reach your important goals.

Business Operational Solutions

We Offer Comprehensive Business Operational Solutions

Managing a business in Vietnam requires effort coordinating across accounting, compliance, licensing, and daily administration, among others. Outsourcing these back-office tasks to our local experts eliminates legal risks and frees up your time and resources to focus entirely on scaling your business.

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From USD 150+/Month

Finance & Accounting


Comprehensive bookkeeping, tax advisory, and transparent financial supports. We help maintaining your business general ledger and advising to any tax concerns.

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From USD 100+/report

Business Compliance


Punctual submission of all compliance reports and state declarations. We help safeguarding your business responsibilities and avoiding unexpected regulatory penalties.

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From USD 1.500+/license

Business Sub-licensing


End-to-end support for acquiring industry-specific operating permits and licenses. We help you quickly fulfill conditional business sectors with 100% legal certainty.

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From USD 25/task

Corporate Secretary


Flexible, ad-hoc administrative support working with the local authorities. We're handling sudden paperwork and keeping you focus on business goals.

Finance & Accounting

Finance & Accounting Solutions

Navigate Vietnam's dynamic tax regulations and accounting standards (VAS) can drain your resources. Our dedicated experts manage your monthly bookkeeping, and support your banking operations, turning accounting from an administrative burden into a strategic advantage.

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Finance & Accounting Solutions

Common Taxes on Foreign Businesses in Vietnam

Understand Vietnam's main taxes on foreign-owned business is the first step toward a compliant and profitable business. Review the core taxes below, and let our experts help you unlock exclusive tax incentives to maximize your bottom line.

Applicable Businesses Tax Rate Filing & Payment Deadline
Corporate Income Tax (CIT) All profit-generating business entities operating in Vietnam. Except for Representative Office.

20% (Standard rate)

10% - 17% (Incentive rates for priority sectors, high-tech, or disadvantaged areas)

32% - 50% (Restricted rates for oil, gas, and rare natural resource extraction)

Quarterly: Provisional tax payments.

Annually: Finalization within 90 days of the fiscal year-end.

Value Added Tax (VAT) Businesses providing or consuming goods and services within the Vietnamese territory.

10% (Standard rate for goods/services not subject to 0%, 5%, or tax exemption. Includes foreign e-commerce providers).

8% (Temporary reduction from July 1, 2025, to Dec 31, 2026, for most 10% items per Decree 174/2025/ND-CP).

5% (Essential goods/services: clean water, fertilizers, medical equipment, children's toys, unprocessed agricultural products, etc.).

0% (Exported goods/services, international transport, overseas/non-tariff zone construction, and specific services in non-tariff zones).

Monthly: By the 20th of the following month.

Quarterly: By the last day of the first month of the next quarter.

Personal Income Tax (PIT) Employers act as withholding agents for local and expatriate employees' income. 5% - 35% (Progressive scale for tax residents). Monthly / Quarterly: Withholding declarations.
Foreign Contractor Tax (FCT) Foreign organizations or individuals generating income in Vietnam without a local legal entity.

Varies by service/industry.

Typically includes 1% - 10% (CIT portion) + 1% - 10% (VAT portion).

Within 10 days of payment to the foreign contractor, or declared monthly.

* The above tax rates and requirements are based on current Vietnamese laws and regulations, which are subject to change. For the most accurate and up-to-date information tailored to your specific context, please contact our consultants.

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Finance & Accounting

Standard Finance & Accounting Package

We manage the numbers, minimize tax risks, and keep your business fully compliant in Vietnam. The following scope is our minimum standard, which can be flexibly adjusted in extending deliverables to fit your reality.

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Record of your accounting entries, manage the business's general ledger in strict compliance with Vietnamese Accounting Standards (VAS).
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Support filing of VAT, CIT, and PIT to eliminate late fees and optimize your corporate tax position.
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Guiding, tracking, and advising on VAT electronic invoices (e-invoices) seamlessly through government-integrated platform.
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Hands-on support with corporate bank accounts, guide you about domestic and international transfers.
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Business Compliance

Stay 100% Compliant Without the Headache

Vietnamese regulations change constantly. We act as your local legal shield, managing your compliance reports and declarations, so you can focus entirely on scaling your business.

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Business Compliance Solutions

Foreign Business' Main Compliance Reports & Deadline

Reports Frequency and Due Date
1. Investment Report
 Quarterly: Before the 10th of the 1st month of the following quarter.
Year-end: Before the 31st March of next year
2. Investment Monitoring and Evaluation Report Bi-Annually: 10th July and 10th February
3. Employment Report Bi-Annually: 5th June and 5th December
4. Accident Employment Report Bi-Annually: 10th January and 5th July
5. Employment Medical Report Bi-Annually: 10th January and 5th July
6. Value Added Tax (VAT) Report Monthly, Quarterly Based on the company size.
7. Personal Income Tax (PIT) Report Monthly, Quarterly Based on the company size. The Business need to file for a Year-end Report.
8. Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Report The last day of the third month following the end of the year or fiscal year
9. Year-end Audited Financial Statement 90 days from the end of the fiscal year
10. Year-end Statistic reports 10th April of the next year

* The above types, numbers, and deadlines of compliance report are based on current Vietnamese laws and regulations, which are subject to change. For the most accurate and up-to-date information tailored to your specific context, please contact our consultants.

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Business Compliance

Business Compliance Package

We handle drafting and filing your compliance reports and declarations, ensuring your business is staying compliant when operate in Vietnam.

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We complete and submit all of your required statutory and tax reports throughout the year, ensuring strict compliance with local regulations.
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We securely maintain and organize your accounting books and ledgers based entirely on the financial data and documents you provide.
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Gain peace of mind with unlimited, on-demand access to our tax experts for any tax-related questions or strategic financial advice.
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We collaborate directly with independent auditors to finalize your year-end financial audit and seamlessly submit it to the tax authorities on your behalf.
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We handle the procedures for business Value-Added Tax (VAT) refunds and Personal Income Tax (PIT) refund declarations for your staff. Please note that you will be in charge of collecting necessary information from the employees and send them to us for processing.
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Additional Services

Flexible On-Demand Financial Services

Tax Code Unblocking

If your tax code has been locked, we help assess the situation, tailor solutions, prepare necessary documents, and assist other procedures to successfully unblock and restore your business tax code.

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Tax Incentive Application

We help identifying and qualifying your business for specific government tax incentives to maximize profitability and financial health in the Vietnamese market.

Legal Document Drafting

Get professionally drafted, bilingual Board of Directors (BOD) meeting minutes, Powers of Attorney (POA), and other documents tailored to your specific needs.

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Business License Amendments

Update your business certificates whenever you need to change your information registered address, increase charter capital, replace legal representatives, or any other needs.

Profit Repatriation

We manage and guide you through regulatory steps, tax clearances, and banking procedures required to legally and safely transfer your dividends overseas.

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Business Sub-licensing

Secure the Right Sub-Licenses for Your Business

Operating in specialized sectors requires more than just a standard company certificates. We handle the complex applications for all your mandatory sub-licenses, ensuring you are legally cleared to operate without unnecessary delays.

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The 3 Types of Business Sub-Licenses

Navigating local regulations is easier when you understand the legal nature of what you are applying for. The sub-licenses are categorized into three main types, each with its own compliance weight, validity period, and approval process.

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Operational Licenses



These grant your business the legal right to conduct highly regulated activities (e.g., travel services, retail distribution). A license has the expiry date and can be canceled if you violate any related regulations.

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Qualification Certificates


These documents officially certify that your business facility or internal processes meet mandatory state standards (e.g., Food Safety, Fire Prevention, Security). Certificates almost always require passing a rigorous on-site physical inspection.

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Administrative Approvals


These are specialized administrative green lights for specific, often short-term activities (e.g., advertising content validation, event organization permits).

Essential Sub-Licenses by Industry

Every sector in Vietnam has its own regulatory playbook. Here is a snapshot of the mandatory sub-licenses we secure for the most common foreign-owned companies.

Retail & Distribution Business

Retail License: Required to do Business to Customer (B2C) operations.
Business Outlet Certificate: Required to physically open your retail store location. Each certificate is for one store only.

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Food & Beverage (F&B) & Restaurants

Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate: The most critical certificate, requiring a strict on-site inspection of your kitchen and ingredient sourcing.
Fire Prevention & Fighting Certificate: A mandatory certificate ensuring your premises comply with fire safety regulations, including functional equipment (extinguishers, alarms), clear evacuation routes, and staff safety training.
Retail Alcohol License: An additional mandatory license if your restaurant or cafe plans to serve alcoholic beverages on-site.

Education & Training Centers

Certificate of Registration for Educational Operations: The core operational license issued by the Department of Education after inspecting your facility space (min 2.5 sqm/student) and curriculum.
Foreign Degree Recognition & Work Permits: Mandatory approvals from the Ministry of Education and Labor Department to legally employ foreign teachers with relevant degrees.
Fire Safety & Facility Approval: Required to prove your physical location meets strict safety codes and features adequate classroom lighting, furniture, and teaching aids.

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Construction Company

Certificate of Eligibility for Construction (CE): The fundamental industry certificate (ranked by Tiers 1-4) required to legally execute construction projects, especially as a main contractor or for state-owned projects.
Professional Practice Certificates: Mandatory state-issued credentials for your key personnel, requiring specific training courses and exams available only in Vietnamese.
Capacity & Experience Validations: Administrative approvals proving your company's financial capacity, machinery, and past project execution experience to upgrade your CE tiers.

E-Commerce & Digital Platforms

MoIT E-Commerce Website Notification: A mandatory administrative registration with the Ministry of Industry and Trade for standard websites selling only your own company's products.
E-Commerce Platform License: A highly regulated, multi-ministry approval taking up to 6-12 months, strictly required if your platform connects multiple third-party buyers and sellers (marketplace model).
Retail Business License: Essential if your foreign-invested e-commerce business model involves selling and distributing your own products directly to Vietnamese consumers.

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* The above information is based on current Vietnamese laws and regulations, which are subject to change. For the most accurate and up-to-date information tailored to your specific context, please contact our consultants.

Business Sub-licensing

Sub-licensing Application Package

End-to-end sub-licensing management. We handle the application and regulatory complexities to ensure your operations run smoothly and remain fully compliant.

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We provide a free, in-depth assessment and consultation to map out the exact conditions you need to meet to apply the necessary sub-license(s).
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We will analyze your current business and design a tailored roadmap, guiding you step-by-step on how to fully satisfy all strict requirements.
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We will draft, prepare, translate, and notarize your entire application dossier, liaising directly with the authorities to secure your sub-licenses swiftly.
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We will actively monitor your licensing portfolio, providing timely alerts for renewals and policy updates so you never face sudden operational halts or compliance penalties.
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Business Secretary

Streamlined Daily Corporate & Administrative Tasks

Are you eager to focus on growing your business, but find yourself overwhelmed by managing administrative tasks?

Our Business Secretarial Solutions act as your in-house administrative team, handling everything from specialized sub-licenses to ongoing corporate governance so you can operate with total peace of mind.

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Everything Your Daily Operations Need

We consolidate your scattered administrative tasks into centralized, reliable services.

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Corporate & Licensing Amendments

  • Company Address, Legal Rep & Investor Info changes (IRC + BRC)
  • Sub-license modifications (License holder, Type/Grade, Contact info)
  • Preparation & submission of mandatory Business Periodical Reports
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Expat Visa & HR Compliance

  • Business VISA (3-month) & Temporary Resident Card (TRC) applications
  • Work Permit & TRC renewals/updates (New passport, Address change)
  • Internal Labor Regulations drafting & state registration
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Administrative & Banking Support

  • General Corporate Secretarial tasks & document drafting (Meeting minutes, etc.)
  • New Corporate Bank Account opening & banking info updates
  • Foreign Loan Agreement drafting & processing
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Stop Micromanaging Paperwork

Let VNBG's experts handle the legal, HR, and banking hurdles. We ensure your business is fully compliant, so you can channel 100% of your energy into business growth.

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Additional Solutions

Operate and Manage Your Business in Vietnam

Drive immediate performance through proven, comprehensive solutions.

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  • Foreign & Local Company Incorporation
  • Representative Office Setup
  • Branch Setup
  • Nominee Director Arrangement
  • Virtual Address Setup
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  • Business Due Diligence
  • Business Acquisition & Ownership Transfer
  • Shareholder & Capital Structure Changes
  • Business License & Code Amendments
  • Joint Venture & Nominee Ownership
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groups HR Solutions

  • Recruitment Services
  • Employer of Record (EOR / PEO) Services
  • Work Permit Processing
  • Expat Sponsorship
  • Payroll Setup & Benefit Administration
  • HR Compliance & Background Checks
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public Import/Export Solutions

  • Importer of Record (IOR) Services
  • Exporter of Record (EOR) Services
  • Distributor of Record (DOR) Services
  • Wholesale/Retail Trading Licenses
  • Product Registration
  • Customs Clearance
  • Product & Supplier Sourcing
  • Market Research
  • Factory Visits
  • Warehousing & Logistics Support
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the setup process. Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Please chat to our friendly team.

What are the mandatory tax obligations in Vietnam? expand_more
Generally, companies are subject to Corporate Income Tax (CIT) at a standard rate of 20%, Value Added Tax (VAT) typically at 8-10%, and an annual Business License Tax. Employers must also declare and withhold Personal Income Tax (PIT) and mandatory insurances for their employees.
What periodic reports must my company submit? expand_more
Foreign-Invested Enterprises (FIEs) must submit monthly/quarterly tax declarations, annual audited financial statements, and periodic investment reports to the Department of Planning and Investment (DPI). Strict adherence is crucial to avoid severe financial penalties.
Do I need a sub-license after getting my ERC and IRC? expand_more
It depends on your industry. If you operate in "conditional business lines" like retail, e-commerce, F&B, education, or logistics, you are legally required to obtain specific sub-licenses or facility permits before officially commencing those activities.
How do Corporate Secretarial services help my business? expand_more
Our Corporate Secretary service manages your administrative burden by handling statutory registries, drafting board resolutions, securing expat work permits, and smoothly executing any amendments to your company licenses (address changes, capital increase, etc.).
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