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Enterprise accounting regime Vietnam: Circular No. 99/2025/TT-BTC for businesses

The Vietnamese Ministry of Finance issued new regulations for business accounting on 27 October 2025. These replace the previous version from 2014. The Ecovis experts explain what needs to be considered from 1 January 2026.

Personal Income Tax Deduction in Vietnam: An Increase in 2026

Vietnam is introducing updated personal income tax deductions to better reflect current living costs and support taxpayers. The experts from ECOVIS AFA Vietnam provide an overview of the key changes and their implications for individuals and families.

Health check Vietnam: Opportunity for MedTech and private healthcare investors

Vietnam will launch a nationwide preventive healthcare programme in 2026, providing free annual check-ups for all citizens. This reform marks a shift towards disease prevention and creates both opportunities and regulatory challenges for international healthcare stakeholders.

Vietnam to implement Global Minimum Tax: Guidelines for the implementation of Decree 236

Vietnam has introduced Decree 236 to implement Global Minimum Tax (GMT) in accordance with the OECD’s Pillar Two/GloBE framework, thus joining international tax reform efforts. The decree requires large multinational enterprise groups (MNEs) to pay a minimum tax rate on profits earned in Vietnam. It has taken effect on 15 October 2025.

Paying in Vietnam: Government calls for greater promotion of cashless payments

Vietnam is promoting cashless payments. The relevant authorities must therefore implement measures to promote cashless transactions, improve governance and advisory services, and conduct comprehensive communication campaigns. The Ecovis experts explain the details.

Vietnam Work Permit : New Regulations for Foreign Workers

Vietnam has issued new regulations that simplify the process for foreign workers to obtain permits, shorten approval timelines, and broaden exemptions for specialists in key sectors. The Ecovis Experts at ECOVIS AFA VIETNAM outline what this means for businesses and foreign workers.

Payment Extensions for Taxes in Vietnam: Which Deadlines Will Apply in the Future?

Companies and business individuals and households are being given more time: The Vietnamese government has extended the deadlines for paying value added tax, corporate and personal income tax, and land rent for 2025. The Ecovis consultants know which deadlines now apply.

Vietnam Private Sector: Special Policies Planned for Development

Vietnam has unveiled a series of resolutions aimed at fostering the growth of its private sector, focusing on tax incentives and streamlined administrative processes. The Ecovis Experts from ECOVIS AFA VIETNAM provide an outline, explaining what these changes mean for start-ups and SMEs.

Working in Vietnam as a foreigner: What companies and employees need to know

Foreign workers wanting to work in Vietnam must go through a complex process to obtain a work permit. Companies that want to hire foreign workers also have numerous obligations to fulfil. The Ecovis experts explain exactly what these obligations are.