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Full-service company formation in Vietnam 2026

Lawyers advise on the company type, prepare and file the dossier on your behalf, and you receive the Enterprise Registration Certificate after 03 working days. You only need to prepare your ID; HDS handles all other procedures.

Timeline
03 – 05 working days
Service fee from
2,800,000 VND
You prepare
Citizen identity card
Format
Online or in person
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Overview

Forming a company is the first step to doing business lawfully, issuing invoices, signing contracts with major partners and building a lasting brand. The dossier is filed with the Business Registration Office under the Department of Finance where the company is headquartered, and is processed within 03 working days of a valid submission.

The difficulty lies in a “valid dossier”: the company name must not duplicate or be confusingly similar to another, industry codes must follow the national classification, the charter must suit the company type, and from 1 Jul 2025 the dossier must also declare the beneficial owner. A single error means the dossier is returned for amendment and delayed by several days.

With HDS Law's full-service company formation, lawyers review everything before filing, deal with the state authorities on your behalf and deliver the results in person. You do not have to travel or work out the forms yourself.

Full-service company formation in Vietnam 2026
Full-service company formation in Vietnam 2026 – HDS Law Firm

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Do it yourself or hire a company formation service?

ItemDIYFull-Service
CostGovernment fees onlyPlus a service fee, government fees included
Preparing the dossierWork out the forms yourselfLawyers draft it the same day
Risk of amendmentsHigh if you are unfamiliar with the procedureReviewed before filing
TravelFile and track it yourselfNo travel needed
After formationHandle the seal and tax yourselfFull guidance provided
A quick comparison of the two ways to form a company.

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Scope of Service

Service includes

  • Advice on company type, company name, industry codes, charter capital and ownership structure to suit your business plan
  • Name search on the National Business Registration Portal, with alternatives proposed if the name is taken
  • Drafting the application for enterprise registration, company charter, list of members/shareholders and beneficial owner declaration
  • Filing the dossier on your behalf, tracking it and handling any requests for amendment or supplement
  • Receiving the Enterprise Registration Certificate and publishing the registration details
  • Making the seal, guidance on hanging the signboard, opening a bank account and initial tax procedures (All-inclusive package)

What you need to prepare

  • Copies of the ID card or passport of the owner, members/shareholders and legal representative
  • Head office address – a definite address, not an apartment used for residence only
  • Proposed company name (ideally 2 – 3 options) and the business lines you want
  • Proposed charter capital and each person's capital contribution ratio
  • If a member is an organization: its Enterprise Registration Certificate and a document appointing a representative for the capital contribution

Process

  1. 01

    Intake and consultation 30 minutes

    Lawyers discuss your needs, review the conditions and give an all-inclusive quote. No costs beyond the quote.

  2. 02

    Drafting and signing Same day

    We draft the full dossier on the latest forms. You sign in person or by digital signature, or our staff bring the documents to you.

  3. 03

    Filing and tracking 03 working days

    We file the dossier, track progress, and explain or amend it if the state authority requests.

  4. 04

    Handover 1 – 2 days

    We hand over the documents and seal (if any), with guidance on the next steps.

Company formation process at HDS Law

  1. 30 minutesIntake, advice and all-inclusive quote
  2. Same dayDossier drafting and client signing
  3. 03 working daysFiling and receiving the certificate
  4. 1 – 2 daysSeal making and delivery in person
You only need to share your needs and sign the dossier; our lawyers handle the remaining steps.

Should you choose an LLC or a JSC?

Most new businesses choose one of the two company types below. This quick comparison helps you get oriented before speaking with a lawyer:

CriteriaLLCJoint Stock Company
Number of members1 owner, or 2 – 50 membersAt least 3 shareholders, no maximum
LiabilityLimited to the capital contributedLimited to the shares held
Raising capitalCannot issue sharesMay issue shares and bonds
Capital transferPre-emptive offer to the remaining membersFreely transferable, except restrictions on founding shareholders for the first 3 years
ManagementLean and easy to runGeneral Meeting of Shareholders and Board of Directors
Best forFamily businesses, small groupsProjects with many shareholders and fundraising plans

See the full analysis in Should You Form an LLC or a JSC?

LLC vs. JSC comparison

ItemLLCJoint Stock Company
Number of members1, or 2 – 50 membersAt least 3, no maximum
LiabilityLimited to capital contributedLimited to shares held
Raising capitalNo share issuanceShares and bonds may be issued
TransferRemaining members firstFree, except restrictions in the first 3 years
GovernanceLeanGeneral Meeting of Shareholders, Board
Best forFamily, small groupsMany shareholders, fundraising
Six criteria for comparing an LLC and a JSC.

Notes & Legal Basis

Important notes

  • From 1 Jul 2025, the registration dossier must declare the company's beneficial owner information.
  • The business licence fee has been abolished since 1 Jan 2026 – newly formed companies no longer pay it.
  • Charter capital must be fully contributed within 90 days of the date the Enterprise Registration Certificate is issued.
  • Conditional business lines (food service, travel, education, real estate…) must meet the conditions or hold a sub-licence before operating.

Legal basis

  • Law on Enterprises No. 59/2020/QH14, as amended and supplemented by Law No. 03/2022/QH15 and Law No. 76/2025/QH15
  • Decree 168/2025/ND-CP on enterprise registration
  • Circular 47/2019/TT-BTC on enterprise registration fees and charges, and amending documents
  • Resolution 198/2025/QH15 on special mechanisms for private sector development (abolishing the business licence fee from 1 Jan 2026)

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Issue

The client wished to convert a debt arising from a loan from its parent company into capital contribution in an economic organization in Vietnam, and to complete the legal procedures needed to record the new capital and update the related registration certificates.

What HDS did

HDS researched and advised on current regulations on converting a loan into capital contribution in a foreign-invested company, and assessed the conditions, options and legal issues arising. On that basis, HDS guided the client in preparing the required documents; drafted and finalized the legal documents for the transaction; and represented the client before the competent state authorities to complete the conversion of the loan into capital contribution and update the related enterprise registration and investment registration information.

Result

The competent authority approved the foreign investor's capital purchase; the company completed the related legal procedures and was issued an Enterprise Registration Certificate and an amended Investment Registration Certificate recording the changes as required. The loan-to-equity conversion was carried out successfully, helping optimize the capital structure and ensure the legal soundness of the company's investment activities.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long does company formation take?

    The business registration authority processes valid applications within 03 working days. Including document preparation, seal engraving and handover, you typically receive all results within 4 – 5 working days.

    Do I have to visit your office or a government agency?

    No. You send your ID card by Zalo or email, sign the documents with a digital signature or have our staff bring the documents to you. Results are delivered to the address you choose.

    What is the minimum charter capital?

    The law sets no minimum capital for most business lines. Some conditional business lines require legal capital or a deposit. You must contribute the full registered capital within 90 days from the date the certificate is issued.

    Can I register the company's head office at my home or an apartment?

    A private house with a clear address is allowed. An apartment designated for residential use only cannot be used as a head office; the commercial or office areas of a building can.

    Does a newly established company have to pay the business licence fee?

    No. The business licence fee has been abolished since 1 Jan 2026 under Resolution 198/2025/QH15.

    Does the service fee include government fees?

    Yes, it includes the enterprise registration fee and the fee for publishing the registration details. The quotation is stated clearly in the contract, with no extra charges.

    What if the dossier is returned for amendment?

    We amend and resubmit it free of charge until the Enterprise Registration Certificate is issued.

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