Investment from Vietnam to Overseas

Under the provisions of the Law on Investment 2020, Vietnamese investors conducting outbound investment activities are required to obtain an Outward Investment Registration Certificate in cases subject to registration as prescribed by law.

Outbound investment activities may be carried out in various forms, including:

• Establishing an enterprise overseas;
• Acquiring capital contributions or shares in a foreign enterprise;
• Entering into a business cooperation contract (BCC);
• Investing through investment funds or other forms of investment as permitted by law.

Documentation for outbound investment registration typically includes:

• Legal documents of the investor;
• Investment project proposal;
• Commitment for foreign currency arrangement;
• Documents proving financial capacity;
• Approval from the relevant specialized regulatory authority in certain specific cases.

BDC LawFirm assists clients in assessing eligibility for outbound investment, reviewing investment structures, preparing legal documentation, carrying out outbound investment registration procedures, and supporting matters related to foreign exchange management, capital remittance, and compliance with Vietnamese laws and regulations.