Tax, FDI, HR and legal updates — practical perspectives from the TrustlineAX team for businesses operating in Vietnam.
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Step-by-step guide to setting up payroll for foreign employees in Vietnam. Covers work permits, social insurance, PIT rates, and compliance deadlines for FDI companies in 2026.
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Vietnam's standard CIT rate is 20%. FDI companies can access preferential rates of 10–17%, plus 4-year exemptions and 50% reductions for up to 9 years. Updated for 2026.
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Comparing Vietnam and Singapore for business incorporation in 2026: CIT rates, setup costs, labour costs, market access, and when to use a dual-entity strategy.
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Vietnam's General Department of Taxation has confirmed that qualifying foreign-invested SMEs can claim full CIT exemption for 3 years under Decree 20/2026/ND-CP — one of the most significant tax incentives for new FDI entrants in 2026. Here is who qualifies, who is excluded, and what to do now.
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Foreign companies entering Vietnam can choose between a Representative Office, Branch Office, or Subsidiary. Each has different legal capabilities, tax obligations, and liability profiles. This comparison guide helps you pick the right structure.
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FDI companies in Vietnam must prepare statutory accounts under VAS while reporting to parent groups under IFRS. The gaps — in revenue recognition, leases, financial instruments, and fixed assets — are material. Here is what you need to know.
