Vietnam’s next generation of industrial parks: What foreign investors need beyond land and infrastructure
20/08/2026
Vietnam’s next generation of industrial parks: What foreign investors need beyond land and infrastructure When evaluating vietnam industrial parks, investors will find that the country operates more than 620 industrial zones across 61 provinces, making it one of the densest manufacturing networks in Southeast Asia. However, the rules of market entry are shifting rapidly. For...
Company registration in Vietnam under the 2026 investment law
18/08/2026
Company registration in vietnam under the 2026 investment law Starting a business in Southeast Asia requires careful planning. Company registration in vietnam has changed significantly under the new 2026 legal framework. Foreign investors can navigate market entry more efficiently by understanding the updated procedures for corporate setup. For a deeper understanding of the broader legal...
LLC vs JSC in Vietnam: Which Corporate Structure is Best for Foreign Investors?
16/08/2026
LLC vs JSC in Vietnam: Which Corporate Structure is Best for Foreign Investors? Evaluating LLC vs JSC in Vietnam is the single most critical legal decision for foreign enterprises entering the local market. Selecting the correct corporate vehicle from inception ensures operational compliance, protects capital transfers, and aligns with your long-term expansion goals governed by...
Vietnam Market Entry Strategy: 2026 Mistakes to Avoid
10/08/2026
Vietnam business entry errors: 2026 Mistakes to Avoid Expanding your business into Southeast Asia requires careful planning. To prevent costly Vietnam business entry errors, foreign investors must navigate complex regulatory frameworks, local compliance rules, and operational requirements without delay. Many international corporations stumble during their first year due to avoidable administrative mistakes. For official regulatory...
The Vietnam JV Governance Manifesto: Why “Legal Incorporation” Is Not Operational Control
19/07/2026
The Vietnam JV Governance Manifesto: Why “Legal Incorporation” Is Not Operational Control Many foreign SMEs entering the Vietnamese market prioritize legal registration over Vietnam JV governance. They file the paperwork, receive their investment certificate, and assume the operational structure will naturally follow. This is the “Operational Fallacy,” and it is the primary reason why high-potential...
3 Hidden Vietnam Market Entry Bottlenecks (Fix Your Strategy)
15/07/2026
3 Hidden Vietnam Market Entry Bottlenecks (Fix Your Strategy) Many foreign SMEs view Vietnam through a lens of potential, seeing supply chain opportunities and a growing middle class. However, if your Vietnam market entry strategy doesn’t account for operational realities on the ground, you are hoping rather than planning. At GTI Partner, we help foreign...
Vietnam Post-Incorporation Compliance 2026: The Critical 90-Day Checklist
24/04/2026
Vietnam Post-Incorporation Compliance 2026: The Critical 90-Day Checklist You’ve received your Enterprise Registration Certificate (ERC). Your Tax ID is active. On paper, your company is alive. But in the current regulatory environment, Vietnam post-incorporation compliance 2026 is where the most significant operational risks reside. For foreign SMEs, compliance is no longer a year-end administrative task....
Company Setup in Vietnam 2026: A Practical Guide to the “ERC-First” Fast-Track
22/04/2026
Company Setup in Vietnam 2026: A Practical Guide to the “ERC-First” Fast-Track Planning a company setup in Vietnam 2026? For foreign investors, the new Investment Law has fundamentally rewritten the playbook for market entry. As of early 2026, the traditional “chicken-and-egg” struggle, where you needed an office lease to get a license, has been solved...
Vietnam Business Setup 2026: Why “Execution-First” is the New Standard
19/04/2026
Vietnam Business Setup 2026: Why “Execution-First” is the New Standard Entering the Vietnamese market has traditionally been a test of patience. However, the Vietnam business setup 2026 landscape has been fundamentally reshaped. For foreign SMEs, the focus has shifted from “waiting for permission” to “strategic execution.” If you are evaluating Vietnam FDI consulting services this...
Vietnam Investment Law 2026: How the New “ERC-First” Model Speeds Up Market Entry
13/04/2026
ERC-First Licensing: Vietnam Investment Law 2026 Guide For foreign SMEs, the Vietnam Investment Law 2026 represents the most significant shift in business licensing in over a decade. As of March 1, 2026, the traditional approach has been replaced by a streamlined framework. Understanding ERC-First licensing is now a competitive necessity for market entry. Navigating Regulatory...
Vietnam CIT 2026 for Foreign SMEs: Navigating the New Tax Landscape
06/04/2026
Vietnam CIT 2026 for Foreign SMEs: Navigating the New Tax Landscape The regulatory environment in Southeast Asia is evolving rapidly, and the recent implementation of the Vietnam CIT 2026 for foreign SMEs represents the most significant shift in a decade. With the Law on Corporate Income Tax (CIT) 2025 and Circular 20/2026/TT-BTC now in full...