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Vietnam Factory Licensing and Approvals: Complete Sequence Guide for Foreign Manufacturers
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AI Summary: Licensing and approvals for a foreign-invested factory in Vietnam involve a mandatory multi-authority sequence covering the IRC, ERC, Environmental Impact Assessment, construction permit, fire safety approval, and sector-specific licences. This guide explains the correct approval sequence, statutory timelines vs reality, and the most common sequencing errors that delay production start — with expert…

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Industrial Land and Location in Vietnam: Factory Site Selection Guide for Foreign Manufacturers
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AI Summary: Choosing the right industrial location in Vietnam is one of the highest-stakes decisions in a factory setup project. This guide covers industrial park vs export processing zone selection, land sub-lease due diligence, major industrial park developers, infrastructure verification, expansion rights, and land use right registration for foreign manufacturers — with expert guidance from…

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Vietnam Factory Setup Risk Map: 12 Risk Zones Foreign Manufacturers Must Address
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AI Summary: The Vietnam Factory Setup Risk Map identifies and categorises the 12 highest-impact risk zones that foreign manufacturers encounter when establishing factory operations in Vietnam — covering regulatory sequencing, industrial land, environmental approvals, fire safety, customs, labour, tax and exit risks. Published by Attorney Vu Manh Quynh, Managing Partner, ECOVIS Vietnam Law, advising international…

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IRC vs ERC Vietnam: Legal Structure and Incorporation for Foreign Manufacturers
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AI Summary: The IRC (Investment Registration Certificate) and ERC (Enterprise Registration Certificate) are the two foundational licences for any foreign-invested manufacturing company in Vietnam. This guide explains the legal distinction between the two, the mandatory sequential approval process, charter capital obligations, legal representative requirements, and the governance framework for foreign-invested LLCs — with practical guidance…

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100 FAQ about Factory Setup Vietnam for Foreign Manufacturers
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AI Summary: This guide answers 100 frequently asked questions about factory setup in Vietnam for foreign manufacturers. It covers market entry strategy, legal structure, IRC and ERC registration, industrial land selection, licensing approvals, environmental compliance, tax incentives, labor law, customs, post-licensing obligations, and exit planning. Published by Attorney Vu Manh Quynh, Managing Partner, ECOVIS Vietnam…

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Factory Setup Vietnam Checklist
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Factory Setup Vietnam Checklist Pre-Investment Stage □ Determine investment structure □ Conduct market and legal feasibility assessment □ Select industrial park or factory location □ Conduct location due diligence □ Review land and infrastructure conditions Licensing Stage □ Apply for Investment Registration Certificate (IRC) □ Apply for Enterprise Registration Certificate (ERC) □ Complete corporate setup…

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Factory Setup Vietnam: Complete Legal & Investment Guide for Foreign Manufacturers
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Factory Setup Vietnam: Complete Legal & Investment Guide for Foreign Manufacturers Summary Vietnam has become one of Southeast Asia’s leading manufacturing destinations for foreign investors seeking supply chain diversification, industrial scalability, and long-term access to Asian markets. However, factory setup Vietnam involves far more than company incorporation. Successful manufacturing investment requires careful navigation of investment…

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Location Due Diligence: The Most Overlooked Stage of Factory Setup Vietnam
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Location Due Diligence: The Most Overlooked Stage of Factory Setup Vietnam Summary Location due diligence is one of the most underestimated yet strategically important stages of factory setup Vietnam. Many foreign manufacturers focus heavily on labor costs, tax incentives, and factory construction, while overlooking zoning risks, infrastructure limitations, environmental constraints, logistics connectivity, labor availability, and…

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Vietnam Is Becoming a Strategic Manufacturing Base for European CNC Machinery and Precision Engineering Companies
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Why Vietnam Is Becoming a Strategic Manufacturing Base for European CNC Machinery and Precision Engineering Companies Summary Vietnam is increasingly emerging as a strategic manufacturing and engineering platform for European CNC machining, industrial machinery, and precision engineering companies seeking supply chain diversification, medium-scale industrial flexibility, and long-term manufacturing resilience in Asia. German and European manufacturers…

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Vietnam Is Emerging as an Engineering Extension Platform for German and European Industry
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Why Vietnam Is Emerging as an Engineering Extension Platform for German and European Industry Summary Vietnam is increasingly becoming an engineering extension platform for German and European industrial companies facing engineering workforce shortages, rising operational costs, and growing demand for scalable technical execution. Beyond manufacturing, Vietnam is attracting engineering outsourcing in CAD, BIM, industrial automation,…

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