Vietnam Tightens Compliance Rules for Foreign Retail and E-Commerce

  • Businesses must navigate evolving legal frameworks for retail market entry in Vietnam
  • Foreign-invested retailers require key licenses like IRC, ERC, and Decree 09 business license
  • E-commerce operators must register with MOIT and comply with specific licensing steps
  • Omni-channel retail models must align with Vietnam’s complex regulatory environment
  • New consumer protection and personal data laws add further compliance layers