EOR / GEO Service
in Vietnam – Start in Just 1 Month
Establishing a foreign branch carries many risks, but with JOB LINKS' EOR/GEO service, you can start business operations with minimal risk.
The difference between EOR and establishing a legal entity
3 key differences: Time · Risk · Cost
Start in just 1 month once staff are confirmed. To exit the market, simply terminate employment contracts under Vietnamese law — no complex dissolution required.
Setting up a legal entity takes 6 months to 1 year. Closing a branch requires an additional 1.5–2 years of liquidation, incurring many additional costs.
JOB LINKS with 18+ years of HR Outsourcing experience minimizes legal risk. No tax reassessment concerns since no legal entity dissolution is needed.
Must independently manage labor law and local tax compliance. High risk of penalties during legal entity dissolution.
Fixed cost is only a management fee from $500/month. No setup, dissolution, office, or tax accounting expenses.
Setup + dissolution costs $25,000+. Add office rent, tax accountants, annual filings — very high fixed costs.
Comparison: EOR (Outsourcing/Staffing) vs. Legal Entity
Starting a business overseas
| Criteria | EOR / GEO | Representative Office | Local Legal Entity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time to start | Fastest: 1 month | 6 months – 1 year | 6 months – 1 year |
| Time to exit | Simply terminate employment contract under Vietnamese law | 1.5–2 years (dissolution) | 1.5–2 years (dissolution) |
| Legal risk | Low — EOR supports compliance, no tax reassessment risk | Self-managed, high penalty risk upon dissolution | Self-managed, high penalty risk upon dissolution |
| Cost | From $500/month, no setup/dissolution fees | $25,000+ (setup & dissolution) + office, accounting... | $25,000+ (setup & dissolution) + office, accounting... |
| Revenue recognition in VN | Not possible (revenue remitted to HQ) | Not possible | Possible (sell & recognize revenue in VN) |
| Accounting & dissolution | Not required | Requires financial reports & complex dissolution | Requires financial reports & complex dissolution |
Cost difference between EOR and a legal entity
From setup to closure, there is a gap of approximately ~$50,000 between the two options. With a 20% gross margin, saving $50,000 is equivalent to $250,000 in revenue.
Detailed cost comparison table
Starting a business overseas
| Item | EOR / GEO | Office / Legal Entity |
|---|---|---|
| Setup fee | 0 | ~$8,000 |
| Closure / liquidation fee | 0 | ~$17,000 |
| Financial reporting fee (annual) | 0 | ~$7,000 |
| Accounting fee (annual) | 0 | ~$7,000 |
| Small office rent (annual) | 0 | ~$8,500 |
| Office furniture + other costs | 0 | ~$9,000 |
| Setup fee (start + end) | ~$1,000 | 0 |
| Management fee (annual) | ~$6,000 | 0 |
| Total | ~$7,000 + Staff costs |
~$56,500 + Staff costs |
※ Additional fees may apply if a Visa or Work Permit is required.
We recommend deciding between EOR (Outsourcing/Staffing) and establishing a legal entity based on the type of business you plan to operate in Vietnam.
Introduction to services by JOB LINKS
Extensive Experience
JOB LINKS has specialized in HR Outsourcing since 2008. We have partnered with Jollibee, Vinamilk, and many multinational corporations. With over 18 years of experience, we are committed to delivering optimal and flexible solutions.
18+ years · 20,000+ contracts/month
Dedicated Service
EOR/GEO services are well-known among foreign businesses but still relatively new for many Japanese companies. Our Japanese-speaking staff are ready to provide consultation in Japanese — online or offline!
Japanese Support · Online & Offline
Trusted Foundation
Member of Crops Group (listed on Tokyo & Nagoya exchanges). Partner with Innovare Group (Singapore) — the pioneer of EOR/GEO in Asia since 2000.
Crops Group · Innovare Singapore
Monthly management fee
from $500
Monthly management fee for EOR/GEO services in Vietnam. Please contact us for a quote including salary and social insurance fees for your staff.
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How to start the service EOR (Outsourcing/Staffing)
Try starting a business overseas — just 5 simple steps.
Find Staff
If your company has already identified the staff to hire (local or foreign), please provide the details. If not, JOB LINKS and local partners will assist with recruitment.
Set Working Conditions
Your company establishes working conditions (salary, contract term, etc.) with the candidate. JOB LINKS will draft the employment contract based on the agreed terms.
Sign Master Service Agreement (MSA)
The Master Service Agreement is signed between your company and JOB LINKS, establishing the rights and responsibilities of both parties.
Sign Employment Contract
After completing the MSA, JOB LINKS signs the employment contract with the locally hired staff, based on the agreed working conditions.
Start Service
The EOR (Outsourcing/Staffing) service officially begins. Your company can directly instruct and manage staff, while JOB LINKS handles all legal procedures and payments.
Contact us for an EOR / GEO Quote
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