Tax and accounting updates from Vietnam
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Vietnam’s 30% EBITDA Interest Cap: How It Works Under Decree 255/2026
FDI · Interest deductibility Vietnam’s 30% EBITDA interest cap: how it works under Decree 255/2026 For a foreign-invested company funded largely by intra-group debt, this single…
Decree 255/2026: What Changed for Related-Party Transactions in Vietnam
FDI · Transfer pricing Decree 255/2026: what changed for related-party transactions in Vietnam On 30 June 2026 Vietnam issued Decree 255/2026/ND-CP, replacing both Decree 132/2020/ND-CP and…
FDI Audit Readiness Vietnam: 2026 Compliance Checklist
Complete checklist for FDI audit readiness in Vietnam: VAS financial reporting, 2026 deadlines, common audit findings, IFRS reconciliation, and penalty fra
Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Vietnam: 2026 FDI Guide
Complete guide to Corporate Income Tax (CIT) in Vietnam for FDI enterprises: standard 20% rate, tax incentives down to 10%, deductible expenses, GMT impact, filing deadlines,…
Personal Income Tax (PIT) for Expatriates in Vietnam: 2026 Complete Guide
Complete guide to personal income tax (PIT) for expatriates in Vietnam, covering the new 5-bracket system effective July 2026, residency rules, deductions, double taxation agreements, and…
Foreign Contractor Tax Vietnam: 2026 Guide for FDI
Complete guide to Foreign Contractor Tax (FCT) in Vietnam for FDI companies. FCT rates, withholding obligations, double tax agreements, PE risk, and compli
Company Setup & Business Licensing in Vietnam for Foreign Investors: 2026 Guide
Step-by-step guide to company setup and business licensing in Vietnam for foreign investors. ERC/IRC process, capital requirements, Resolution 10-NQ/TW upd
VAT Refund Process in Vietnam: Complete 2026 Guide for FDI Enterprises
Legal update (June 2026)Decree 132/2020/ND-CP and Decree 20/2025/ND-CP on tax administration for enterprises with related-party transactions have been replaced by Decree 255/2026/ND-CP, effective 1 July 2026…
Transfer Pricing Compliance in Vietnam Under Decree 255/2026
Complete 2026 guide to transfer pricing compliance in Vietnam under Decree 132/2020/ND-CP. Documentation requirements, 30% EBITDA cap, APAs, penalties, and audit triggers for FDI enterprises.
Payroll & Social Insurance Vietnam 2026: Complete Guide for FDI Companies
Complete 2026 guide to payroll, social insurance (SI/HI/UI), and PIT for foreign enterprises in Vietnam. Contribution rates, ceilings, registration steps, expat rules, and compliance pitfalls.
E-Invoice Compliance in Vietnam Under Decree 123: Complete Guide for FDI Enterprises (2026)
Introduction: Why E-Invoice Compliance Matters for Your Vietnam Business If your company operates in Vietnam, you’ve likely heard about the government’s mandatory transition to electronic invoices…
Vietnam Accounting Standards (VAS) & Bookkeeping Requirements 2026: Complete Guide for Foreign Businesses
For any foreign business operating in Vietnam, understanding Vietnamese Accounting Standards (VAS) is not optional — it’s a legal requirement. The Law on Accounting (No. 88/2015/QH13,…
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