Doing business in Vietnam

Question: Our Chief Representative will be a french national, which visa type is better to work in Vietnam? This person will fix it's residence in Hanoi Answen: In this case, after obtaining the License for establishment of Representative Office, he shall need to obtain work permit. Then, he can obtain the...

We understand that you are seeking legal advice on establishment of Representative Office of foreign trader in Vietnam (hereinafter referred to as the “R.O”). We therefore are grateful to present you our Legal Services Proposal for your review and consideration. Overview 1.1. Scope of operation of representative offices (“hereinafter...

Question: I contact you in order to get more information about settting up a company in Vietnam. My current company is located in USA and we plan to move in Asia due to the recent events in the country. We are specialised in Photo frames manufacturing, we export 95% of our...

In case the client intends to setup a factory for producing goods (hereinafter referred to as “Factory”), SBLaw would like to provide some information about it.

. Time frame for incorporation of a foreign invested company in Vietnam shall be about 22 working days to 45 working days. In some case, due to the complexity of the case

It takes around two weeks to form a new company of your own proposed name by first conducting a name search or taking 3-4 days if you choose one of the shelf companies from the HK shelf list.

Question: Dear Lawyer, I am operating an investment fund in Vietnam. I am wondering which methods I could choose to call for investment in my fund? Thanks. Answer:  SB Law appreciate your interest in our legal consultant services. Regarding your question, we would like to advise you as follows: In accordance with...

Investor: Respected Sir/Madam, I am a Hongkong citizen. I am looking to set up business under Sole Proprietorship with 100% own share in the field of restaurant. Can I do this type of business in Vietnam and what will be the capital requirements? Thanks and best regards. Lawyer of SBLAW:Under Vietnam Law,...

This is reference to the conservation from which, we understand that your company (hereinafter referred to as “Client”) is now seeking legal supports in assigning capital contribution to a foreign investor. We further understand that after assignment of capital contribution, Client shall focus on distribution of construction materials. We therefore are...

In case that foreign investors want to bring the investment capital or benefit of the investment out of Vietnam, it is highly recommended that the cash flow should be sent from abroad to a Vietnam Company’s account.