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New Vietnamese regulations that matter to foreign businesses: what changes and when.

Takes effect 18 October 2026

Trade Rules for Foreign Investors Starting October 18, 2026

Government Decree 342/2026/NĐ-CP updates the procedures for conducting commercial activities and operating retail outlets for foreign investors starting October 18, 2026. The document replaces the previous Decree 09/2018/NĐ-CP.

342/2026/NĐ-CP · Read →
Takes effect 15 October 2026

Customs Control at Smart Border Checkpoints Starting October 15, 2026

The Ministry of Finance of Vietnam has approved regulations for customs control and supervision at smart border checkpoints. The new framework takes effect on October 15, 2026.

128/2026/TT-BTC · Read →
Takes effect 15 October 2026

New National Single Window Rules Starting October 15, 2026

The Government has approved Decree 336/2026/NĐ-CP on procedures for goods and transport through the National Single Window and the ASEAN Single Window. The new rules take effect on October 15, 2026.

336/2026/NĐ-CP · Read →
Takes effect 1 October 2026

Financial Regime for Credit Institutions: New Rules from October 1, 2026

The Government of Vietnam has updated the financial regime for credit institutions and foreign bank branches. New rules for profit distribution and reporting take effect on October 1, 2026.

316/2026/NĐ-CP · Read →