Amendments To Immigration Law And Labor Code Forthcoming

At a Glance

• Changes to both the immigration laws and, separately, the Labor Code are expected in Vietnam.
• The proposed amendments to Vietnam's Immigration laws aim to ease the immigration requirements in Vietnam and are likely to become effective on July 1, 2020. Key benefits will include the ability for e-Visa holders to change their visa category in country, the elimination of the 30-day cooling-off period for visa-exempt foreign nationals, and a longer visa validity for investors, among other changes.
• Separately, a new Labor Code will become effective on January 1, 2021 and will replace the current Labor Code which was implemented in 2013. Key changes in the Labor Code include a new minimum contribution amount for foreign owners or members of a limited liability company and a limit on Work Permit extensions, among other changes.