New procedure in marriage with foreign element

From February 17th 2014, the marriage between Vietnamese and foreigner belonging to one of following cases must be consulted, supported by the Center of Consulting, supporting marriage and family with foreign element:Marriage dispute law firm in Vietnam-A spouse is 20 years older than the other.-The foreigners get married the third time or have married and divorced with the Vietnamese ex-spouses in the past.-Either spouses have not yet understood...

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Da Nang and Korea cooperate in investment

On December 3, 2020, the representative of Da Nang city held an online investment promotion conference called “Investing in Da Nang” for Korean investors and businesses. The conference with the participation of more than 100 Korean investors and businesses has helped investors and businesses have a new view in their investment implementation in Da Nang market.The conference has promoted and introduced the business environment and cooperation opportunities...

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The Cases of Transferring Money from Vietnam Abroad

 In the context of international economic integration, more and more foreign investors are coming and investing in Vietnam. Besides, many Vietnamese individuals and organizations have also implemented many investment activities, living, traveling… abroad. Therefore, there are needs to transfer money fromVietnam abroad. According to the provisions of Vietnamese laws on foreign exchange management, domestic individuals and organizations are...

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How a Foreign Company Apply for Certificate of Origin in Vietnam?

Vietnam has growing fast due to the opening policy of the government, and has been signing a number of free trade agreements with ASEAN, China, Korea, Japan, India, Australia, New Zealand, Chile, Russia, Belarus… with effectiveness. The expecting Europe Vietnam Free Trade Agreement has been signed but not yet effective at this moment.  Having said that, Vietnam has become a destination for foreign investors to set up company and factory in...

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Protecting Intellectual Property Rights Abroad for Vietnam Enterprises

Protecting Intellectual Property Rights Abroad for Vietnam Enterprises The development of international supply chains has become a critical success factor for big companies, and should be seen as important key for products of developing countries to gain entry into high standard market such as USA, European Countries, and Japan. However, many Vietnam companies have experienced problems in shifting their supply chain abroad as well as managed their...

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Vietnam Marriage and Family Act 2014

Marriage and family dispute lawyers in Vietnam The Vietnam Family and Marriage Act 2014 has officially been passed and will take effect from Jan 1st, 2015.  The Vietnam law on Marriage and Family in 2014 has the following notable update: Same-sex marriage is not banned but not yet officially recognized The Law on Marriage and Family in 2014 abolishes the regulations that “prohibit marriage between people of the same sex,” but specifically...

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Trade cooperation between Vietnam and Germany and potential future

After 45 years of establishing diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Germany (from 1975 to 2020), Germany and Vietnam have had cooperation programs in many fields such as culture, economics, education, and health. Especially, after the Vietnam-EU Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) came into effect, the commercial cooperation relationship between the two countries has developed. EVFTA is an opportunity for Vietnamese businesses to expand their markets...

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How Could a Vietnamese Change the Name?

According to the civil laws in Vietnam, a citizen’s full name including first name, middle name and last name has been registered at birth in the birth certificate when properly issued. If a Vietnamese wishes to change the name, there must be a legitimate reasons and the process and procedure have to follow Vietnam Civil Code. Change Birth Certificate in Vietnam Individuals may request competent state agencies to recognize the change of name...

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When Should the Employer Send Notice of Termination of Labour Contract to Employee Before Contract Expiration?

Expiration is one of the circumstances which permit termination of labor contract under the Labor Code 2012. Accordingly, the employer must inform in writing to the employee of the terminating date of labor contract at least 15 days prior to the expiration. Termination of labor relationship in each circumstance must follow different conditions and procedures to ensure the interests and obligations of both employee and employer and avoid potential labour...

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How to Recognize Father or Mother for a Child

It is a legal requirement in Vietnam to register the recognition of father, mother of a child regardless the child’s parents are married or not. Such recognition shall be made on the newly issued birth certificate of the child.  Recognize Father for Child in Vietnam The recognition of the father, mother protects the legal rights of all involved parties. For the family involving foreign elements i.e foreigners, expatriates living in Vietnam,...

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What are Prohibited Act in Customs in Vietnam?

According to Article 10, Customs Law in Vietnam, prohibited acts in customs in Vietnam are: 1. For customs officials: -Causing troubles and difficulties when following customs formalities; -Screening or colluding with others in smuggling or illegally transporting goods across the border, committing trade or tax fraud;  Customs dispute lawyers in Vietnam -Taking bribes, appropriating or embezzling temporarily seized goods or other acts...

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Anti-dumping Case AD06 Relating to Fiberboard of Wood Products Ended

Requesting Party of Anti-dumping case AD06 comprises of 04 companies representing the domestic industry: (i) VRG Kien Giang MDF Joint Stock Company; (ii) VRG Dongwha MDF Joint Stock Company; (iii) MDF VRG – Quang Tri Wood Joint Stock Company and (iv) Kim Tin MDF Joint Stock Company. Requesting Party accused fiberboard of wood imported from Thailand and Malaysia of having been dumped into Vietnam market with dumping margins from 18,59% to 50,6%...

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Effectiveness of a Lawsuit against Infringement of IP in Vietnam

How to handle effectively with infringement is a big concern of Intellectual Property (IP) holders. Should the IP holder file a lawsuit at Court? Is this way effective in Vietnam?  This article will give you general information about handling of intellectual property disputes through legal action at court in Vietnam.  Litigation Dispute Law Firm in Vietnam Unlike many countries in the world, in case of infringement, most IP holders...

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Cases Are Rejected When Get Married with Foreign Element in Vietnam

Marriage Dispute Law Firm in Vietnam The law of Vietnam prescribed quite detail about the marriage with foreign elements. The registration of marriage with foreign elements will be rejected in the following cases: -One or both parties are not old enough to get married under the laws of Vietnam -The foreign applicant is not old enough to get married under the laws of the country of which he/she is a citizen or permanent resident (for stateless persons) -The marriage...

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ADR & Mediation Services in Vietnam

Mediation Services in Vietnam A lack of awareness about the benefits of mediation leads to huge amounts of money being spent by businesses on court proceedings.” “But it is not just about financial and time costs; it’s also about relationship costs. Lengthy legal proceedings mean hundreds of thousands of broken commercial relationships,” said Arnaldo Abruzzini, Secretary General of Eurochambers. The advantages of alternative dispute resolution...

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