On August 7, Decree No. 219/2025/ND-CP on the employment of foreign workers in Vietnam came into force, clarifying the legal framework governing such activities. While Vietnam’s 2019 Labor Code generally requires foreign nationals to obtain a work permit to engage in professional activities in the country, several notable exceptions now allow companies to hire expatriates without this administrative requirement. There are six categories of work permit exemption. 1. Short-Term

This year, Vietnam’s rainy season has stood out for its intensity, duration, and the exceptional frequency of extreme weather events. Traditionally running from May to October , with peak typhoon activity between August and September, the country is usually affected by 5 to 10 typhoons and tropical storms each year. In 2025, this average was far exceeded: 21 tropical systems were recorded in the South China Sea , including 15 typhoons, marking a record since meteorological re

This month, there was no need to travel far from District 1 of Ho Chi Minh City thanks to the networking event organized by the GBA, CTCVN, and JCCH — the German, Taiwanese, and Japanese chambers of commerce. The edition took place on October 15, 2025, and mainly brought together professionals from the machinery, automotive, and chemical sectors. As a relocation company operating in Vietnam, such events are of great importance to us. They allow us to stay informed about the e

On Friday, November 22, 2025, in Saigon, the German Business Association (GBA) will celebrate a symbolic milestone — 30 years of activity in Vietnam. This anniversary marks not only three decades of economic commitment and German-Vietnamese cooperation but also an opportunity to bring together members, partners, and friends of the association for a festive and memorable evening. Founded 30 years ago, the GBA has become one of the key pillars of the German business community i