In the context of a rapidly developing economy and a constantly evolving labor market, understanding and complying with labor law regulations is a key factor in protecting the rights of both employees and employers. However, Vietnam’s labor law system is becoming more diverse and complex, requiring in-depth legal understanding for effective application in practice. Labor law consulting services are the solution to support businesses in building a compliant working environment while helping employees understand and protect their legitimate rights.
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Key labor law documents businesses should know
Labor Code 2019 and guiding documents
The Labor Code governs labor standards, rights, obligations, and responsibilities of employees, employers, and representative organizations, as well as state management in labor relations.
Key guiding documents include:
Decree 145/2020/ND-CP guiding the Labor Code on working conditions and labor relations;
Decree 135/2020/ND-CP regulating retirement age;
Decree 74/2024/ND-CP stipulates the minimum wage for employees working under labor contracts;
Decree 152/2020/ND-CP regulating foreign workers working in Vietnam and recruitment and management of Vietnamese workers working for foreign organizations and individuals in Vietnam; amended and supplemented by Decree 70/2023/ND-CP, Decree 128/2025/ND-CP;
Decree 12/2022/ND-CP on administrative sanctions for violations in the fields of labor, social insurance, and Vietnamese workers working abroad under contracts;
Circular 09/2020/TT-BLDTBXH guiding the Labor Code on child labor;
Circular 10/2020/TT-BLDTBXH guides the Labor Code on the content of labor contracts, collective bargaining councils, and occupations and jobs that have adverse effects on reproductive and child-rearing functions.
Social Insurance Law 2024 and guiding documents
Effective from July 1, 2025, regulates compulsory and voluntary social insurance regimes for employees.
Detailed guidance documents for the 2024 Social Insurance Law include:
Decree 159/2025/ND-CP guiding the Law on Social Insurance on voluntary social insurance;
Decree 158/2025/ND-CP guiding the Law on Social Insurance on compulsory social insurance;
Decree 176/2025/ND-CP guiding the Law on Social Insurance on social retirement benefits;
Circular 12/2025/TT-BNV guiding the Law on Social Insurance on compulsory social insurance;
Circular 11/2025/TT-BNV guiding the Law on Social Insurance on voluntary social insurance;
Circular 25/2025/TT-BYT guiding the Law on Social Insurance, the Law on Occupational Safety and Hygiene in the health sector, and the Law on Medical Examination and Treatment.
Law on Labor Safety and Hygiene 2015 and the guiding documents
The 2015 Law on Occupational Safety and Hygiene, amended in 2024, regulates the assurance of occupational safety and hygiene; regimes for people with occupational accidents and diseases; responsibilities and powers of organizations and individuals related to occupational safety and hygiene.
Detailed guidance documents for the Law on Labor Safety and Hygiene 2015 include:
Decree 88/2020/ND-CP guiding the Law on Labor Safety and Hygiene on compulsory occupational accident and disease insurance;
Decree 39/2016/ND-CP guiding the Law on Labor Safety and Hygiene;
Decree 58/2020/ND-CP stipulates the level of compulsory social insurance contributions to the Occupational Accident and Disease Insurance Fund;
Decree 143/2024/ND-CP stipulates voluntary social insurance for occupational accidents for employees working without labor contracts;
Circular 28/2021/TT-BLDTBXH guiding the Law on Labor Safety and Hygiene on the regime for employees suffering from work-related accidents and occupational diseases;...
Other legal documents
Employment Law 2013: regulates policies to support job creation; labor market information, especially the unemployment insurance regime. From January 1, 2026, the Employment Law 2013 will be replaced by the Employment Law 2025.
Law on Vietnamese Workers Working Abroad under Contract 2020;
Law on Vocational Education 2014;
Trade Union Law 2024;…
Labor law consulting services of Viet An Law for businesses
Labor law consulting services of Viet An Law
Legal advice on labor contracts
Drafting and reviewing employment contracts.
Consulting on suitable types of contracts (definite term, indefinite term, seasonal,...).
Procedures and conditions for legal termination of employment contracts.
Consulting on resolving benefits when terminating labor contracts, invalid contracts, etc.
Legal advice on employee benefits and regimes
Consulting on building salary scales and salary tables according to regulations.
Guidelines for salary increase and performance-based pay policies.
Consulting on bonus, allowance, and subsidy regulations.
Consulting on working hours, rest hours, holiday regime, annual leave, etc.
Labor documentation in enterprises
Drafting and registering labor regulations;
Consulting on organizing periodic workplace dialogues and dialogue content;
Consulting on collective bargaining, processes, procedures, and contents of collective bargaining at enterprises;
Consulting on signing and drafting collective labor agreements;
Consulting on legal disciplinary procedures, avoiding legal risks in handling labor discipline violations.
Legal advice on occupational safety and hygiene
Consulting on business responsibility in labor protection.
Assess risks and develop a safety plan.
Guidelines for handling work accidents and compensation.
Legal advice on insurance policies
Obligation to participate and contribution levels of social insurance, health insurance, and unemployment insurance.
Procedures for resolving maternity, sickness, work accident,...
Resolve complaints related to social insurance.
Legal advice on labor dispute resolution
Negotiation and mediation consulting.
Building documents and evidence for initiating a labor lawsuit
Representation in court or labor arbitration.
Guidance for employees/employers when sued.
Other labor law issues
Consulting on compliance with obligations in labor relations of enterprises;
Consulting for businesses using foreign workers, such as work permits, bilingual contracts, etc.
Support labor leasing services;
Vocational training consultancy;
Resolve claims for compensation for damages and material liability in labor relations;
Equality policy, policy for special workers such as people with disabilities, minors, and domestic workers;
Consulting when being complained, denounced; being administratively sanctioned; organizing strikes;...
Why choose Viet An Law for Labor Law consulting services?
During business operations, companies often face legal challenges in labor contracts, discipline, terminations, social insurance, and internal policies. Misapplication of laws can lead to legal risks, labor disputes, and unexpected financial losses. Therefore, choosing a professional legal consulting unit is a key factor. Viet An Law is one of the leading units in this field, with the following outstanding advantages:
Expert team of Labor Law specialists
Viet An Law brings together lawyers and legal experts with many years of experience in providing labor law advice to thousands of domestic and foreign clients. The team has in-depth knowledge of the Labor Code, guiding documents, as well as practical application in businesses.
Understand the needs of businesses and employees
We not only provide legal advice but also provide solutions that are suitable for the actual operations of the business, balancing the interests of all parties. Viet An always puts practicality - efficiency - legal safety first.
Diversified services, reasonable costs
Viet An Law provides a variety of services from basic to advanced, full package, and regular legal advice. We receive direct advice via email or online, ensuring convenience for customers anywhere.
Viet An Law provides labor law consulting services with flexible fees, suitable for the needs and scale of each business, from startups, small businesses, to large corporations. The cost is calculated transparently and clearly for each specific job or periodic service package, ensuring optimal budget while still achieving the highest legal efficiency.
Benefits of using the service compared to handling it internally
Many businesses choose to implement labor legal issues themselves with internal resources to save costs. However, this has many potential risks and limitations:
It is easy to misunderstand legal regulations and apply them incorrectly, leading to the risk of being fined or having labor disputes.
It takes time and effort to research, especially without legal expertise.
Inability to handle sensitive situations such as discipline, dismissal, and termination
Cannot legally represent when there is a dispute
High costs if errors lead to litigation or fines from inspectors
When using Viet An Law's services, customers will receive:
Get in-depth advice, updated according to the latest legal regulations;
Save time, focus on core business;
Be guided on legal procedures to prevent legal risks;
Have a lawyer represent you in negotiations, mediation, and even in court if necessary;
Stable service costs help businesses prevent and control risks from the beginning;…
If you have any questions or need labor law consulting services, please don’t hesitate to contact Viet An Law for the most effective legal support.
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