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Vietnam grants 45-day visa waivers to citizens from 12 countries
Citizens from 12 countries will be granted visa-free entry for stays of up to 45 days in Vietnam for tourism purposes, regardless of their passport types.
Decree No. 222/2025/ND-CP on teaching and learning in foreign languages at educational institutions
Decree No. 222/2025/ND-CP on teaching and learning in foreign languages at educational institutions
Decree No. 222/2025/ND-CP of the Government providing for teaching and learning in foreign languages at educational institutions was promulgated on August 8, 2025.
Vietnam grants visa-free entry to high-profile foreigners
Vietnam grants visa-free entry to high-profile foreigners
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.
New regulations on work permits for foreign workers in Vietnam
New regulations on work permits for foreign workers in Vietnam
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.
Vietnam grants single women full access to IVF
Vietnam grants single women full access to IVF
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.
Decree No. 219/2025/ND-CP on foreign workers in Vietnam
Decree No. 219/2025/ND-CP on foreign workers in Vietnam
Decree No. 219/2025/ND-CP providing for foreign workers in Vietnam was promulgated by the Government and takes effect on August 7, 2025.
Contractor selection fees on National E-Procurement System from August 4, 2025
Contractor selection fees on National E-Procurement System from August 4, 2025
These provisions are set forth in Decree No. 214/2025/ND-CP detailing a number of Articles and providing measures for the implementation of the Law on Procurement 2023 regarding contractor selection.
GDP growth target for 2025 set at 8.3–8.5%
GDP growth target for 2025 set at 8.3–8.5%
The Government has issued Resolution No. 226/NQ-CP on growth targets for sectors, fields, and localities, as well as key tasks and solutions to ensure national GDP growth of 8.3–8.5% in 2025.
Decree 217/2025/ND-CP on specialized inspection issued
Decree 217/2025/ND-CP on specialized inspection issued
Decree No. 217/2025/ND-CP on specialized inspection activities was officially promulgated on August 5, 2025.
Domestic violence involving foreigners: legal aid for victims, penalties for offenders
Domestic violence involving foreigners: legal aid for victims, penalties for offenders
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.
Amending the 2024 Land Law: Will land valuation no longer follow market principles?
Amending the 2024 Land Law: Will land valuation no longer follow market principles?
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.
