{"id":5847,"date":"2026-05-05T16:47:04","date_gmt":"2026-05-05T09:47:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/toplawvietnam.com\/en\/?p=5847"},"modified":"2026-05-05T16:47:04","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T09:47:04","slug":"establishing-a-branch-of-a-foreign-company-in-vietnam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/toplawvietnam.com\/en\/establishing-a-branch-of-a-foreign-company-in-vietnam","title":{"rendered":"ESTABLISHING A BRANCH OF A FOREIGN COMPANY IN VIETNAM"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-path-to-node=\"3\">In the era of deep economic integration, many foreign enterprises choose to establish a Branch in Vietnam as a strategic step to expand operations, generate direct revenue, and access the market professionally.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4\">Unlike a Representative Office, which is limited to promotional functions, a Branch allows foreign companies to conduct business activities, sign contracts, and generate revenue aligned with the parent company&#8217;s industry. At Toplaw, we provide comprehensive legal support to help foreign investors navigate the conditions, documentation, and procedures for a successful launch in Vietnam.<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"6\">What is a branch of a foreign company in Vietnam?<\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"7\">A Branch is a dependent unit of a foreign merchant, established and operated in Vietnam under Vietnamese law or international treaties to which Vietnam is a member. The foreign company holds full legal responsibility for all activities conducted by its Branch in Vietnam.<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"8\">Rights and Obligations<\/h3>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"9\">Rights:<\/h3>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"10\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\">Rent headquarters, purchase necessary equipment, and recruit local or foreign labor.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\">Execute contracts in Vietnam consistent with the scope of the Branch license.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\">Open VND and foreign currency bank accounts in Vietnam.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\">Remit profits abroad in accordance with Vietnamese law.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\">Conduct trading and commercial activities as permitted by the license.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"11\">Obligations:<\/h3>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"12\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\">Maintain accounting systems compliant with Vietnamese standards (or other approved common standards).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\">Submit periodic activity reports and fulfill all tax obligations under Vietnamese law.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"13\">Why establish a branch?<\/h3>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"14\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\">Direct Revenue Generation: Directly sign contracts and issue invoices.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\">Simplified Corporate Structure: No need to establish a separate legal entity like a subsidiary.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\">Leverage Parent Brand: Directly use the prestige and financial capacity of the parent company.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\">Centralized Control: Maintain direct management over business strategy and finances.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"15\">Key conditions for establishment<\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"16\">To be granted a Branch License, the foreign merchant must:<\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"17\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\">Be legally registered in a country\/territory participating in international treaties with Vietnam.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\">Have been in operation for at least 05 years since registration.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\">Have a remaining business registration term of at least 01 year.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\">Ensure business activities align with Vietnam&#8217;s market access commitments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"44\">Setting up a Branch in Vietnam requires not only legal compliance but also a deep understanding of local administrative procedures. Toplaw proudly offers comprehensive legal services to assist foreign companies in establishing their presence smoothly and efficiently.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"45\">We handle everything from initial consultation, document preparation, and licensing to post-establishment compliance. Let us be the solid legal foundation for your sustainable growth in Vietnam.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the era of deep economic integration, many foreign enterprises choose to establish a Branch in Vietnam as a strategic step to expand operations, generate direct revenue, and access the market professionally. 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