Last updated on August 13th, 2025 at 01:36 pm
Vietnam is one of Asia’s fastest-growing economies — and it’s welcoming foreign entrepreneurs, investors, and companies ready to tap into its dynamic markets. But relocating a business here isn’t a matter of booking a flight and renting an office. You need to navigate licensing, capital requirements, tax treaties, cultural realities, and long-term compliance.
We’ve built The Vietnam Business Relocation Checklist to give you everything you need to move your business from Canada or the US to Vietnam with confidence. It’s practical, actionable, and based on real-world experience — not just government brochures.
What’s Inside the Guide
• Legal Structures Explained: Wholly foreign-owned entity, subsidiary, joint venture, or representative office — and which is right for you.
• Capital & Banking: How to set up your capital account, transfer funds, and keep cash flowing.
• Tax Planning: How to use tax treaties to avoid double taxation, plus current CIT, VAT, and PIT rates.
• Incentives & SEZ Benefits: Where to find tax holidays, reduced rates, and land rent exemptions.
• HR & Staffing Compliance: Hiring locals, securing work permits, and meeting labor law obligations.
• Asset & IP Protection: Importing equipment duty-free and registering trademarks in Vietnam.
• Ongoing Compliance: Quarterly tax filings, annual audits, and license renewals.
• Relocation Pitfalls to Avoid: From bureaucratic bottlenecks to cash transfer surprises.
Bonus Sections:
• Case Study: How a Canadian F&B business successfully moved to Hanoi in under 6 months.
• Timeline Template: Month-by-month relocation plan with critical deadlines.
• Checklist Worksheet: Printable tick-box version for your team.
• Resource List: Trusted lawyers, accountants, and business networks in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City
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