Finding out that a relative or foreign business partner has overstayed their visa in Vietnam is undoubtedly a stressful experience. Violating the permitted duration of stay not only leads to heavy financial penalties but also carries the risk of deportation or a permanent ban on entry. However, instead of panicking or attempting to conceal the […]

Constantly renewing visas is not only costly but also incredibly time-consuming. If you have a foreign spouse or child and want them to freely enter and exit Vietnam for long-term visits or living, applying for a 5-year visa exemption (commonly referred to as a 5-year visa for foreigners) is the most optimal and cost-effective solution. […]

When entering a legal battle to gain child custody against a foreign national, many Vietnamese parents experience anxiety and fear, worrying that the opposing party holds an advantage due to superior finances, foreign citizenship, or living conditions in developed countries. However, does Vietnamese law automatically award custody to the higher-income earner? This article provides a […]

Going through a divorce is inherently stressful, but getting a divorce when your husband/wife is abroad and unable to return to Vietnam is even more complex due to distance and legal barriers. Many people feel stuck, not knowing where to file the petition, how the Court will contact the party abroad, or worrying that the […]

Have you recently married or finalized a divorce abroad and intend to conduct real estate transactions, register your child’s birth, or remarry in Vietnam? In order for marital documents issued by foreign competent authorities to hold legal validity within Vietnam, you are legally required to complete the procedure for recording an overseas marriage or recording […]

Discovering an exit ban at the airport is one of the most disruptive legal situations a foreign professional can face. If you are working, investing, or residing in Việt Nam and suspect a possible travel restriction, proactive verification is critical. This guide explains how to check your exit ban status, what documents are required, and […]

Vietnam has increasingly applied exit bans as a legal enforcement mechanism in tax, civil, labor, and criminal matters. Many foreign nationals only discover the restriction when attempting to leave the country. Understanding how exit bans work — and how to remove them — is critical for foreign professionals, investors, and expatriates working in Việt Nam. […]

Vietnam is one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing destinations for foreign professionals and investors. However, employment in Vietnam is strictly regulated under labor, immigration, and criminal law frameworks. Foreign nationals working in Vietnam must comply with: Work permit regulations Temporary residence requirements Labor contract rules Corporate compliance standards Criminal liability provisions Failure to comply may result […]