Company registration
in Vietnam.
Leverage our in-depth expertise and company registration services to start and expand your business to Vietnam without unnecessary hassle an stress.

Start your dream business in Vietnam with confidence.
Expert guidance
We will seamlessly guide you through the government requirements, removing the confusion and providing clarity for what can be an otherwise drawn-out process for starting a business.
Fast processing
We understand that no two businesses are alike, so our services and solutions are tailored to your unique needs and requirements.
Transparent pricing
We provide a custom quote based on your needs that lays out everything you get and how much you will pay— no hidden fees.
Company registration options
Select the best structure for your business.
We can help you establish a 100% foreign-owned company or a jointly foreign and domestic owned enterprise in Vietnam. The most popular corporate structures are:
Joint stock company.
Ideal for (foreign) investors who require complex corporate structures.
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Can trade
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Minimum 3 owners
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100% foreign owned or JV
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Management board required
6-8 weeks
Setup time
Talk to an expertLimited liability companies.
The most common structure for foreign investors setting up operations in Vietnam.
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Can trade
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Single or multiple owners
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100% foreign-owned or JV
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Legal representative required
6-8 weeks
Setup time
Talk to an expertRepresentative office.
Ideal for foreign companies seeking to research and study the market in Vietnam.
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Cannot trade
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No shareholders or partners
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100% owned by head office
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Chief representative required
4-6 weeks
Setup time
Talk to an expertUnsure about which structure is right for you?
Schedule a free 30-minute consultation with us and let our specialists help with choosing the best structure for your business. We can advise you on anything from capital investment, full foreign ownership options to shareholder requirements and more.
Foreign business ownership
Own and control 100% of your company as a foreign investor.
Under the World Trade Organization (WTO) commitment, a wide range of sectors and business lines in Vietnam allow 100% foreign ownership. However, other industries have specific levels of limitations — restricted, unspecified, or uncommitted — for foreign investors. Talk to one our specialists for definitive advice on your enterprise’s intended sector to invest in.
Registration process
Six steps to
start your new business.

1. Preparation of required documents for application
These include:
- Lease agreement – Each applicant must have a lease (or pre-lease) agreement in place for where their company will be registered.
- Proof of financial capacity – Investors must demonstrate that they have sufficient funds at the bank or the financial capacity to meet their investment commitments in Vietnam, and
- Investor documents – Each investor will need to have appropriate notarised/legalised documents from their home country for the application.
2. Application for an Investment Registration Certificate (IRC)
The first step for a foreign investor seeking to establish a company in Vietnam is to register an “investment project” — the purpose of the foreign investor’s company. The resulting IRC permits the foreign investor to commence the establishment of their company in Vietnam. The IRC is akin to the concept of “Foreign Investment Approval” in other jurisdictions.
3. Application for an Enterprise Registration Certificate (ERC)
The first step for a foreign investor seeking to establish a company in Vietnam is to register an “investment project” — the purpose of the foreign investor’s company. The resulting IRC permits the foreign investor to commence the establishment of their company in Vietnam. The IRC is akin to the concept of “Foreign Investment Approval” in other jurisdictions.
4. Initial post-establishment registrations
These are procedures implemented after company incorporation, which include:
- Application for making public notification of the new company’s establishment
- Purchase and provision of company seal
- Application for announcement of the seal specimen
- Drafting decision of appointment of the general director/director
5. Additional post-licensing and sub-licensing applications
After successfully registering a company in Vietnam, depending on the company’s business activity, the investor may need to apply for additional licenses or sub-licenses, according to licensing requirements and conditions for specific sectors, industries, and business lines.
6. Charter capital contribution
The company’s enterprise capital (investment capital) is comprised of charter capital and loan capital. The charter capital is a critical requirement after registering a company in Vietnam. It is the amount of funds that members (or shareholders) contribute or commit to contribute within a certain period as stated in the charter and must be fully contributed within 90 days from the date on which the company is established.
Complete company services
Everything you need to start and manage your company in Vietnam.
Our end-to-end service means you never have to lift a finger for your company registration in Vietnam. Partnering with us means you never have to worry about other requirements such as registered offices facilities, statutory compliance and document filing with the appropriate authorities.
Essential company services.
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Company registration
We will prepare and file the documents and complete your company registration with the DPI.
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Lease assistance
We will review your lease agreement, liaise with your lessor to discuss and obtain the lease documents, and arrange for you to sign the lease agreement.
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Bank account opening
We will assist the company with the process of opening bank accounts (covering Capital and Current accounts). The specific bank where the accounts will be opened will be discussed and agreed with the company upon commencement.
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Acting legal representative
& corporate governanceWe act as the resident legal representative or chief representative. Our role includes acting as gatekeepers, maintaining the check and balance on the company’s management, with a view to safeguarding the interest of the company and protecting the interests of the shareholders. This service is often combined with our corporate secretarial services for the full corporate services support.
Additional compliance services.
We also provide one-off and ongoing services to keep your business compliant with all the government requirements.
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Corporate secretarial & compliance
We will handle all your board meeting documentation, filing, custodial safekeeping, stamping volume needs, and more for you to keep your new company globally compliant.
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Accounting & tax
Maintain compliance with local requirements with accounting services and appointment of a Chief Accountant. Reduce tax burden and ensure on-time tax filing to avoid penalties.
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HR & payroll
Pay your employees on time and keep track of compensations and benefits to ensure compliance with labour laws.
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Advisory
Leveraging our expert advice will help you to achieve business goals efficiently. Our years of experience will help you overcome business challenges and boost business growth.
FAQ
Common questions.
The key documents that need arranging are detailed below. Note that “legalised” documents require different processes in different countries, with a Vietnamese Embassy abroad generally required to be part of the process when documents are processed outside of Vietnam.
For corporate investors:
- Legalisation of the company’s legal documents (Certificate of Incorporation, Charter, Business profile, etc.)
- Original bank statement/bank letter/audited financial statements
- Notarised passport/ID card of the legal representative of the Vietnam company by People’s Committee in Vietnam/legalised passport
- Notarised passport/ID card of representative(s) who is (are) authorised by the investing company by People’s Committee in Vietnam/legalised passport
- Lease contract
- Documentation in relation to the leasing right of the landlord
For individual investors:
- Notarised passport of the owner(s) by People’s Committee in Vietnam/legalised passport
- Original bank statement(s)/bank letter
- Lease contract
- Documentation in relation to the leasing right of the landlord
Upon establishing a company in Vietnam, investors are required to contribute their charter capital (akin to share capital, although there are no formal “shares” issued for limited liability companies in Vietnam) within 90 days from the ERC’s date of issuance.
For foreign investors, the capital must come from their bank account abroad, and this needs to be sent to a Direct Investment Capital Account (DICA) opened by the Vietnamese company, before it can be transferred to the company’s operating account and used for operating purposes.
After establishing a company in Vietnam, several post-licensing procedures are required to be completed. These can be divided into two elements:
Corporate finalisations:
- Application for making public notification of the new company’s establishment
- Purchasing a company seal
- Application for announcement of the seal specimen to the relevant authority
- Draft decision of appointment of the General Director/Director
Compliance & registration:
- Appointment/registration of chief accountant with authorities
- Payment of annual business licence fee
- Opening of bank accounts, and registration of accounts with authorities
- Tax registrations, including VAT registration and e-invoice application
- Registration of accounting system, chart of accountants, and associated elections
- Labour registrations