New Decree To Be Published Impacting Foreign Nationals Working In Vietnam

Key Points

• On February 15, 2021, the government will implement a decree with regulations for foreign nationals working in Vietnam
• Decree 152/2020/ND-CP will replace Decree 11/2016/ND-CP
• The decree contains guidelines for issuing work permits, Work Permit Exemption Certificates, renewals, revocation, and reissuance
• The decree modifies specific articles related to the topics above

Overview

On February 15, 2021, the government will introduce Decree 152/2020/ND-CP with regulations for foreign nationals working in Vietnam.

What are the Changes?

The new decree replaces Decree 11/2016/ND-CP. The decree contains guidelines for issuing work permits and Work Permit Exemption Certificates, renewals, revocation, and reissuance.