The dissolution of marriage is a complex legal proceeding, and doing so within a foreign jurisdiction adds significant layers of procedural intricacy. For expatriates and foreign nationals, a comprehensive understanding of the divorce procedure in Vietnam is essential to safeguard legal rights, particularly regarding asset division and child custody. This legal guide outlines the statutory […]

For foreign nationals intending to enter into a matrimonial union in Vietnam, a thorough understanding of the legal framework is imperative. Navigating the marriage certificate Vietnam procedure demands precise dossier preparation and strict adherence to the Law on Civil Status and the Law on Marriage and Family, particularly regarding the jurisdiction of the District-level People’s […]

Navigating the complexities of Vietnam labor law termination is essential for foreign employees to ensure their statutory rights are protected. Whether initiating resignation or facing dismissal, the Labor Code 2019 establishes a rigorous regulatory framework governing notice periods, financial compensation, and dispute resolution mechanisms. This legal guide outlines the statutory obligations regarding unilateral termination, the […]

Navigating the regulatory framework of Social insurance Vietnam for foreigners is essential for both expatriates and corporate entities to ensure statutory compliance and safeguard entitlements. With the enactment of the new Law on Social Insurance 2024 (Law No. 41/2024/QH15), effective from July 1, 2025, the legislation provides specific stipulations defining the scope of mandatory participation, […]

For foreign nationals intending to work in Vietnam, adherence to the prevailing legal framework is mandatory. Navigating the complexities of Decree No. 152/2020/ND-CP and the recent amendments under Decree No. 70/2023/ND-CP requires a thorough understanding of statutory requirements. This legal guide outlines the essential conditions for Vietnam work permit issuance, the administrative procedures, and categories […]

1. Introduction: Child Support Across Borders Is a Legal Enforcement Issue In cases involving divorce or separation with foreign elements, child support is not merely a moral obligation—it is a court-enforceable duty. When one parent resides abroad, enforcing child support in Vietnam becomes a complex matter involving jurisdiction, recognition of foreign judgments, and local enforcement […]

1. Introduction: Exit Bans as a Powerful Child-Protection Measure In Vietnam, an exit ban on a child is one of the most serious interim measures available in family law disputes involving foreign elements. Exit bans are frequently applied in custody, relocation, and international divorce cases to prevent unilateral removal of a child from Vietnamese jurisdiction. […]

1. Introduction: Why International Child Relocation Is Legally Sensitive in Vietnam International child relocation refers to the removal or long-term movement of a child from Vietnam to another country following divorce or separation. Under Vietnamese law and court practice, child relocation is treated as a custody and child-protection issue, not merely a travel or immigration […]

1. Can a Foreign Parent Obtain Child Custody in Vietnam? Vietnamese law does not prohibit a foreign national from being granted child custody. In principle, Vietnamese courts do not discriminate based on nationality. However, in practice, custody disputes involving a foreign parent are among the most strictly scrutinized family law cases. The decisive question before […]

1. Why Foreign Divorce and Child Custody Judgments Are Not Automatically Valid in Vietnam Under Vietnamese law, court judgments and decisions issued by foreign jurisdictions do not automatically have legal effect in Vietnam. This principle derives from Vietnam’s judicial sovereignty and is consistently applied in civil procedure practice. Accordingly, foreign divorce judgments, child custody orders, […]