Vietnam officially grants limited-term visa-free entry to high-profile foreigners whose presence is deemed beneficial to the country’s socio-economic development under the Government's Decree 221 dated August 8.

A draft revision of the Planning Law proposes marine spatial planning, reduced timeframes for provincial-level planning, and more flexible integration of urban and rural planning—measures aimed at removing bottlenecks, improving efficiency, and creating space for development in a new era of national growth.

A draft (revised) Planning Law proposes marine spatial planning, reduced timeframe for provincial-level planning, and more flexible integration of urban and rural planning, aiming at removing bottlenecks and creating space for development in a new era of national growth.

The Ministry of Finance is proposing a major overhaul of the personal income tax schedule to reduce burdens on taxpayers, simplify compliance, and align Vietnam’s tax system with international practices.

The Government has issued Decree 219/2025/ND-CP, effective August 7, which merges the process of reporting the demand for foreign labor into work permit applications, shortens processing times, and adds new categories of foreign workers eligible for permit exemptions in priority sectors.

From October 1, single women in Vietnam may access assisted reproductive technologies like IVF based on personal choice, under a decree recently issued by the Government, marking a major step forward in reproductive rights.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has proposed abolishing market-based land valuation in draft amendments to the 2024 Land Law, prompting debate over the changing roles of the State and market in land pricing.

The Ministry of Public Security has proposed amendments to immigration laws to allow visa exemptions for special-category foreigners and simplify procedures for permanent residence and e-visa issuance, in line with national development and security objectives.

The Ministry of Public Security has proposed amendments to immigration laws to allow visa exemption for special-category foreigners and simplify procedures for permanent residence and e-visa issuance, in line with national development and security objectives.

Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son has recently signed a decision approving the drafting of a revised national energy master plan for the 2021-30 period, with a vision toward 2050, to ensure alignment with the country’s socio-economic development strategy.

Foreigners involved in domestic violence cases in Vietnam may face strict legal measures, while victims, regardless of nationality, are entitled to legal aid and protection under Vietnam’s law.

Ministries, sectors and localities are called upon to build shared national digital platforms across the entire political system from central to local levels to ensure its consistency with the two-tier local administration model.

Telecoms and cyber service providers must block or remove unlawful contents within 24 hours upon request from competent authorities, under the latest draft Law on Cybersecurity which consolidates the 2015 Law on Cyber Information Security and the 2018 Law on Cybersecurity.

Placing victims and those undergoing verification as victims at the center, the 2024 Law on Human Trafficking Prevention and Combat marks a decisive step in protecting human rights, addressing trafficking challenges, and upholding Vietnam’s international commitments.

The world and Vietnam celebrate the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons today, July 30. Over the years, Vietnam has consistently affirmed its commitment to tackling this complex, fast-evolving crime. The 2024 Anti-Human Trafficking Law marks a key milestone in the country's efforts.

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has issued a circular introducing capital buffers and stricter dividend conditions and allowing the use of the internal rating-based (IRB) approach.

The Ministry of Home Affairs has proposed a draft decree granting top-level planners and architects in science and technology minister-equivalent salaries, housing and tax exemptions. The proposal is under legal review.

Organizations and individuals engaged in technology research, application, transfer, innovation and improvement for the manufacturing of supporting industry products will be entitled to incentives and support for technology transfer from September 1.

Regional minimum wages are set to rise by VND 250,000–350,000 per month starting January 1, 2026, under a draft decree from the Ministry of Home Affairs. Crucially, the proposed increase comes with a mandate that enterprises must not reduce existing allowances, overtime pay,  or other employee benefits.

As of July 1, 2025, Decree 191/2025/ND-CP is the new guiding document for naturalization in Vietnam. It specifies conditions to be naturalized in Vietnam and cases where certain requirements are waived.