Other Briefings
Vietnam Tax Codes in 2025: An Explainer
Effective February 6, 2025, Circular 86/2024/TT-BTC will replace Circular 105/2020/TT-BTC, which previously governed tax registration procedures in Vietnam.
Vietnam’s Personal Tax Code: Key Changes under Circular 86
Circular 86 will be implemented in two phases: the first phase, effective February 6, 2025, enforces all provisions except for the use of citizen ID numbers in tax-related functions. In the second phase, starting July 1, 2025, ID numbers will officially replace tax codes.
Vietnam’s New VAT Law: Key Compliance Guidance
We examine the implications of Vietnam’s new Value Added Tax (VAT) Law, set to take effect on July 1, 2025, which introduces significant changes to the country’s VAT regulations.
An Overview of Vietnam’s Environmental Protection Tax in 2025
On the books since 2010, Vietnam’s Environmental Protection Tax has been a key pillar of Vietnam’s transition to a cleaner, greener economy. In this article, we break down the key details foreign investors should know.
Q&A: Personal Income Tax Finalization in Vietnam
We touch on some frequently asked questions on the personal income tax (PIT) finalization obligations of employers and employees in Vietnam, including deadlines.
Vietnam’s Draft Excise Tax Law: Implications for Stakeholders
Vietnam’s draft excise tax law introduces new bases for calculating the special consumption tax and will impact new goods and services.
Vietnam’s 2024 VAT Law: Key Provisions and Changes to the VAT Regime
Vietnam’s 2024 Law on Value-added Tax (VAT) will take effect from July 1, 2025 and the 2% reduced VAT regime is extended till end June 2025.
Vietnam Government Extends 2% VAT Reduction on Specific Goods and Services till End of June 2025
The Vietnam government has agreed to extend the 2 percent VAT reduction on specific goods and services till the end of June 2025.
Avoiding PE Risks in Vietnam: Best Practices for Foreign Representative Offices
To avoid triggering Permanent Establishment (PE) status, investors must thoroughly understand Vietnam’s regulatory framework for representative offices (ROs) and PEs. This ensures compliance, minimizes tax liability, and mitigates legal risks.
Stuck in Vietnam? A Guide to Exit Delays Over Tax Obligations
We examine the reasons authorities may temporarily restrict individuals from exiting Vietnam due to tax debts and outline key steps to help avoid these situations.
