Establishing a business in Vietnam can be complex, with numerous regulatory requirements and procedures. Our Company Registration service takes the burden off your shoulders — we handle every step, from choosing the right legal structure to obtaining your business license and beyond.
Foreign investors must obtain an Investment Registration Certificate (IRC) prior to registering their enterprise. The standard processing timeline is around 15 working days from submission of complete documents.
Business Structures Available in Vietnam
Vietnam offers several types of business entities for foreign investors. Our consultants will help you choose the structure that best fits your goals, risk tolerance, and operational needs.
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Most common for foreign-owned businesses. Flexible management structure with limited liability protection.
Joint Stock Company (JSC)
Ideal for larger operations planning to raise capital or eventually list on a stock exchange.
Joint Venture
Partnership between foreign and Vietnamese investors — ideal for accessing restricted sectors.
Representative Office
A non-trading entity for market research and liaison activities — lower setup cost and simpler compliance.
Our Registration Process
We follow a streamlined, proven process to ensure your business is established quickly and correctly.
Initial Consultation & Feasibility
We assess your business model, ownership structure, and sector to determine the optimal legal form and identify any regulatory restrictions.
Document Preparation
Our team prepares all required documents including charter, investment registration application, and shareholder agreements.
Investment Registration Certificate (IRC)
We submit and follow up on your IRC application with the local Department of Planning and Investment.
Enterprise Registration Certificate (ERC)
Upon IRC approval, we proceed with ERC registration to legally establish your company entity.
Post-Registration Setup
We assist with opening bank accounts, tax registration, seal carving, and initial accounting setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
The typical timeline is 4–8 weeks from submission of complete documents. Timelines vary depending on the business sector and province. Some sectors requiring additional licenses may take longer.
Vietnam does not mandate a universal minimum charter capital for most industries. However, certain regulated sectors (banking, real estate, security) have specific minimum capital requirements. We'll advise based on your industry.
Yes — in most sectors, foreign investors can own 100% of their Vietnamese company. However, some sectors have foreign ownership caps. We will conduct a sector-specific feasibility check as part of our consultation.
Not necessarily. With proper power of attorney, our team can represent you throughout the entire registration process. However, you will need to visit Vietnam at some point to open a bank account and complete certain formalities.