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Vietnam Labour Law
The compliance basics every foreign employer should know.
Standard working hours
Standard working week is capped, with overtime rules governing anything beyond it — overtime pay is mandatory and rate-scaled by time of day and day of week.
Social insurance contributions
Employers and employees both contribute to social, health, and unemployment insurance, calculated as a percentage of gross salary up to a statutory cap.
Termination & notice periods
Notice periods and severance depend on contract type and tenure. Unilateral termination without cause carries specific compliance requirements.
Statutory leave
Employees accrue annual leave based on tenure, plus public holidays. Additional leave categories apply for illness, maternity, and paternity.
General information only, not legal advice. Rules summarised here may change — talk to us for guidance specific to your situation.