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Key HR and Labor Compliance Points Before Expanding into Vietnam | Recruitment, Labor Law, and Social Insurance Explained
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Key HR and Labor Compliance Points Before Expanding into Vietnam | Recruitment, Labor Law, and Social Insurance Explained

Vietnam continues to attract Japanese companies in manufacturing, IT, engineering, sales, and service industries. At the same time, successful market entry depends not only on business development, but also on a solid understanding of local HR and labor practices. Vietnam's labor law, social insurance system, and tax rules differ significantly from those in Japan, and failing to understand them before hiring can lead to labor disputes, administrative penalties, or compliance risks. This article explains the practical HR and labor points companies should understand before expanding into Vietnam.

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Hiring Foreign and Local Employees in Vietnam | Step-by-Step Recruitment Guide
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Hiring Foreign and Local Employees in Vietnam | Step-by-Step Recruitment Guide

Hiring foreign nationals or Vietnamese employees requires compliance with local labor regulations and administrative procedures. Besides recruitment itself, employers should understand employment contracts, work permits, social insurance, taxation, and onboarding requirements. This article outlines the typical hiring process from workforce planning through employee onboarding.

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Should You Establish a Local Company in Vietnam or Use an EOR? Choosing the Right Market Entry Strategy
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Should You Establish a Local Company in Vietnam or Use an EOR? Choosing the Right Market Entry Strategy

An EOR is ideal for companies that want to enter the Vietnamese market with a small team, hire sales representatives or engineers quickly, validate business opportunities before incorporation, or outsource HR administration while managing operations from Japan. Because hiring can begin quickly, companies are less likely to lose talented candidates in a competitive labor market.

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What Is an EOR in Vietnam? Understanding the Structure, Benefits, and Costs
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What Is an EOR in Vietnam? Understanding the Structure, Benefits, and Costs

An Employer of Record (EOR) is a service in which a local provider becomes the legal employer on behalf of a foreign company. The client company directs and evaluates the employee's daily work, while the EOR manages employment contracts, payroll, salary payments, social insurance, personal income tax, and HR administration. For Japanese companies expanding into Vietnam, an EOR provides a practical way to hire employees without establishing a local legal entity.

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Seven Benefits of Using an EOR in Vietnam | Hire Employees Without Establishing a Local Entity
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Seven Benefits of Using an EOR in Vietnam | Hire Employees Without Establishing a Local Entity

In recent years, Vietnam has become one of the most attractive destinations for Japanese companies, not only in manufacturing but also in IT, software development, sales, and back-office operations. With a young and highly capable workforce and relatively competitive labor costs, an increasing number of companies are considering Vietnam as a base for business expansion and new market development.

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FROM 01/7/2026: LABOR REGISTRATION TO BE CARRIED OUT SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH MANDATORY SOCIAL INSURANCE PARTICIPATION PROCEDURES
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FROM 01/7/2026: LABOR REGISTRATION TO BE CARRIED OUT SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH MANDATORY SOCIAL INSURANCE PARTICIPATION PROCEDURES

From July 1, 2026, businesses will carry out labor registration procedures simultaneously with mandatory social insurance (SI) participation registration for employees, according to new regulations from the Ministry of Home Affairs.

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What is EOR/GEO (Employer of Record) (Outsourcing/Staffing)?
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What is EOR/GEO (Employer of Record) (Outsourcing/Staffing)?

Explanation of the difference from establishing the entity and the advantages of utilizing GEO/EOR (Outsourcing/Staffing) service.

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Tips to Impress Recruiters at the Interview
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Tips to Impress Recruiters at the Interview

Passing the automatic CV screening round is only 50% of the journey. The in-person interview is a golden opportunity to demonstrate your attitude and fit with the company culture.

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Build a professional LinkedIn profile to attract headhunters.
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Build a professional LinkedIn profile to attract headhunters.

In the digital age, LinkedIn is a 24/7 online resume. A professional profile helps you catch the eye of top recruiters.

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Understanding Gross and Net Salary for Better Negotiation
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Understanding Gross and Net Salary for Better Negotiation

Confusion between Gross and Net salary often leads to disappointment for candidates when they receive their payslip. Equip yourself with knowledge to protect your rights.

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Secrets to writing an impressive CV to pass the ATS screening process.
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Secrets to writing an impressive CV to pass the ATS screening process.

ATS (Applicant Tracking System) is a software system used by over 90% of large companies to automatically screen resumes. If your resume doesn't pass ATS, it will never reach the recruiter.

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Vietnam Labor Market 2025: Opportunities and Challenges in the Era of Digital Transformation
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Vietnam Labor Market 2025: Opportunities and Challenges in the Era of Digital Transformation

2025 marks a significant turning point for the Vietnamese labor market as the wave of digital transformation profoundly impacts all sectors, from manufacturing, finance to services and healthcare.

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