General

Certify a document as a true copy of the original by getting it signed and dated by a professional person, like a solicitor.
When you apply for something like a bank account or mortgage, you may be asked to provide documents that are certified as true copies of the original.

Our lawyers and practitioners have maintained an investment consulting practice since 2002 placing us in the best position to advise and provide comprehensive services to foreign investors on the establishment and operations of their investment projects in Vietnam, as well as to provide legal advice on all aspects of the Vietnamese law on investment. Foreign individuals or entities can take advantage of our comprehensive services as follows:

With the looming TPP and EU Trade Agreement, business in Vietnam will become incredibly lucrative. If you are looking to either start or expand business to Vietnam, Hanoi and HCMC would be the cities to begin establishing contacts. Some general pointers:

GBS - Register a company that allows you to run full operations in Vietnam. Choose between a limited liability company or a joint stock company.

Geography and Demographics

GBS - Expats moving to Vietnam will find a robust economy with plenty of opportunities Vietnam is an attractive destination for entrepreneurs looking to set up their own business. Vietnam has a relatively robust economy which has experienced steady growth since the 1990s. While it did feel the effects of the global economic downturn, Vietnam made a rapid recovery and continues to offer a lot of potential for foreign investors.

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GBS - Choosing the perfect business structure for your new business can seem a little daunting. The incorporation process is riddled with cumbersome legal jargon, and it’s enough to confuse even the sharpest of entrepreneurs.

GBS - Vietnam company registration is difficult for foreign investors because of complex licensing procedures, and differences in local language and culture. That said, economic reforms and international integration are attracting foreign investors, export-orientated manufacturing industries. With an ample amount of cheap labor supply, Vietnam is a great option for investors who want to expand their business in Asian market.

GBS - The number of foreign laborers coming to Vietnam has steadily increased in recent years, surging to over 88,000 workers at the end of 2012. The large majority of foreign workers that come to Vietnam are employees of foreign contractors, working for, or establishing, foreign direct investment (FDI) projects.