The Difference Between A Working Contract And A Labor Contract In Vietnam

Labor contract, a popular concept in Vietnam, is the most important factor verifying the labor relationship between the employee and the employer. On the other hand, the concept of a working contract is a factor that confuses many workers, often mistakenly equating it as one. So, what is the difference between a working contract and a labor contract in Vietnam?

Labor contract

Articles 13 and 14 of the Labor Code 2019 have the following provisions:

• A labor contract (employment contract) is an agreement between an employee and an employer on a paid job, salary, working conditions, and the rights and obligations of each party in the labor relations.
• A document with a different name is also considered a labor contract if it contains the agreement on the paid job, salary, management and supervision of a party.