Consulting services for FDI enterprises
Giới thiệu chung
The role of FDI in Vietnam’s economy: foreign investment contributes greatly to job creation, technology transfer and supply chain development — especially in sectors such as manufacturing, electronics, textiles and food processing.
FDI enterprises often face difficulties when investing and operating: differences in legal regulations, administrative procedures, tax regulations, human resource management and documentation requirements. These differences can cause a foreign company to waste time and unnecessary costs without proper guidance.
PMH provides comprehensive consulting services to help FDI enterprises operate with peace of mind: from consulting on establishment, supporting in preparing investment registration documents, business registration, to tax and accounting consulting and regular legal support — helping to optimize capital and minimize legal risks throughout the project life cycle.
Benefits of using FDI consulting services at PMH
Understanding Vietnamese law
and international practices. PMH's consulting team continuously updates decrees, circulars and legal regulations related to foreign investment, helping businesses clearly understand their rights, obligations and tax incentives according to each locality and industry. Thanks to that, a foreign company entering the Vietnamese market will avoid common legal errors and make more appropriate investment decisions.
One-stop-shop
PMH provides services from establishing FDI companies, applying for investment certificates, registering businesses, applying for specialized business licenses and other necessary documents. This helps customers save time looking for different suppliers and have one point of contact to take full responsibility for the project.
Save time and costs
PMH represents the management agency, prepares documents, submits and monitors progress, minimizing travel and the risk of having to revise documents multiple times. With experience in processing documents for businesses in the fields of manufacturing, electronics, and logistics, we help shorten the time to complete procedures compared to doing it yourself, while optimizing the capital structure to reduce tax and financial costs.
Long-term companionship
After completing investment registration and company establishment, PMH continues to provide accounting services, tax consulting, labor and human resources support and updates on legal changes. Customers receive periodic support, risk warnings and timely adjustment solutions for sustainable project operation.
Mini-case:
A Korean company in the electronics sector used PMH's services to complete the investment registration certificate and business registration in 45 days; PMH supported the application for tax incentives according to industrial zones and designed the capital structure to help save significant tax costs in the first year of operation.
If your company is considering investing in Vietnam
Main consulting areas for FDI enterprises
Main consulting areas for FDI enterprises
Establish FDI company, apply for investment certificate, business registration.
Consulting on conditional investment industries, legal capital, and sub-licenses.
Procedures for opening branches and representative offices.
In more detail, PMH supports a foreign company from the initial step: evaluating the investment model, choosing the appropriate type of enterprise (LLC 1/2 members, joint stock company), to drafting and submitting the application for investment registration certificate and business registration . The application usually includes: investment project proposal, land use plan (if any), expected investment capital, legal documents of the investor, and documents related to conditional industries. For industries requiring statutory capital or sub-licenses (e.g. environment, food safety, conditional logistics), PMH will provide detailed instructions on procedures, documents and estimated time according to current regulations.
Sample checklist (summary):
- Legal documents of the investor (Business registration certificate/Certificate of establishment, company charter, legal representative).
- Project proposal, environmental impact report (if required), land use plan.
- List of business lines, documents related to legal capital (if any).
- Minutes of meeting/Decision on capital contribution, capital contribution contract (if capital contribution from abroad).
Tax and accounting consulting
Register for tax, declare and pay initial tax.
Guide to FDI tax incentives by location/industry.
Full accounting services, financial reporting.
Consulting on compliance with Vietnamese accounting standards (VAS) and international accounting standards (IFRS).
Accounting and tax services for FDI enterprises at PMH include: support for tax code registration, accurate advice on taxes payable (corporate income tax, VAT, personal income tax, import and export tax if any), financial reporting according to VAS and/or adjustments to be compatible with IFRS when needed. We pay special attention to taking advantage of tax incentives by region and industry (e.g. incentives for manufacturing projects in industrial parks, high-tech projects), helping to optimize investment capital and reduce legal tax costs.
Quick summary table (example):
Field of operation | Tax incentives are often available. | Note the profile |
Production in industrial parks | Corporate income tax exemption/reduction for X years | Investment certificate and land lease contract required |
High technology | Preferential corporate income tax rate | Technology product reviews |
Food processing | Regional Offers | Food safety license |
PMH also provides full accounting services for businesses: bookkeeping, periodic tax reporting, preparation and submission of financial statements, and coordination with audits when businesses need independent audits. With experience in processing documents for many foreign clients in the electronics, textile, and processing sectors, PMH understands the regulations and practical considerations when applying tax incentives.
Financial consulting & foreign loans
Register foreign loans with the State Bank.
Capital structure consulting, capital contribution, profit transfer.
Financial risk management, control of related transactions.
PMH provides full advice on capital mobilization options: capital contribution from investors, foreign loans, and issuance of shares to strategic investors. When a business wants to borrow foreign capital, we support the loan registration procedure with the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) if the loan is subject to registration, prepare documents explaining the purpose, conditions, interest rates, and related commitments. At the same time, PMH advises on capital structure to be reasonable in terms of tax and corporate law, designs profit transfer plans, and ensures compliance with regulations on related-party transactions and transfer pricing reporting.
For example, documents required for foreign loan registration: loan contract, capital usage plan, documents proving the lender’s borrowing capacity, interest rate terms and repayment method.
Labor & human resources consulting
Apply for work permit for foreign experts.
Make temporary residence card, long-term visa.
Register for social insurance and health insurance for employees.
Labor issues are a sensitive issue for many foreign companies. PMH supports experts in applying for work permits, procedures for temporary residence cards and long-term visas, as well as consulting on salary policies and labor contracts in accordance with Vietnamese labor laws. We help businesses register employees for social insurance/health insurance, draft internal regulations, and handle related procedures when recruiting foreign workers or transferring technology.
Regular legal advice
Business and commercial contracts.
Resolve disputes with partners and employees.
Update new legal documents affecting FDI.
Finally, PMH provides regular legal services: drafting and reviewing business contracts, sales contracts, supply contracts; representing in negotiations and dispute resolution when there are conflicts with partners or employees; timely updating of new legal documents affecting business operations. This service is suitable for customers who need long-term companionship, want to receive early warnings of regulatory changes and be recommended measures to adjust operations to minimize legal risks.
Quy trình cung cấp dịch vụ tư vấn FDI tại PMH
- Step 1: Receive requests and assess business needs.
- Step 2: Propose suitable solutions & service quotes.
- Step 3: Provide legal advice and support.
- Step 4: Hand over documents, results, and implementation instructions.
- Step 5: Long-term support and new policy updates.
Receiving & Evaluation
Objective: Understand customers' investment needs (type of company, capital size, field of operation).
Activities: Direct/online interviews, project information collection, initial feasibility testing.
Estimated time: 1–3 business days.
Documents to be prepared: Investor information (legal documents), preliminary project description, investment capital estimate.
Solution Proposal & Quotation
Objective: To provide legal, tax and financial solutions suitable for the investment model.
Activities: Prepare detailed proposal (business type, capital structure, required services), estimate cost and time to complete procedures, send quotation for FDI consulting services.
Estimated time: 2–5 days after receiving full information.
Deliverables: Proposal report + Service quotation (including accounting, tax, business license services if needed).
Conduct consultation and process procedures
Objective: Complete investment registration procedures, business registration and related licenses as prescribed.
Activities: Prepare detailed documents, submit and monitor at licensing authority, represent to work with management agency; handle additional requests (if any).
Estimated time: 10–60 days depending on the type of application (for example, establishing a 100% foreign-owned company is usually completed in 20–45 days; the procedure for applying for an investment registration certificate may take longer if it involves land use or the environment).
Typical documents: project proposal, investor's legal documents, capital usage plan, required industry documents.
Hand over documents & operating instructions
Objective: Transfer all legal documents, certification papers and implementation instructions for the business to start operating.
Activities: Hand over original/business registration certificate, initial tax/accounting compliance guidance, checklist of things to do in the first 6–12 months.
Estimated time: Completed within 1–3 days after receiving official results.
Long-term support & regulatory updates
Objective: Accompany businesses to operate sustainably and comply with new regulations.
Activities: Providing periodic accounting services, tax consulting, labor and human resources support, warning of legal changes and proposing business adjustments; support in case of audit or dispute.
Time: Service contract by month/quarter/year depending on customer needs.
Reference timeline (example for project to establish a 100% foreign-owned company):
Stage | Main activities | Time |
Prepare | Collect investor profiles, project proposals | 1–3 days |
Submit & process | Submit application for investment registration certificate, business registration | 20–45 days |
Completed | Get license, register for tax, file initial tax return | 3–10 days |
Operate | Set up accounting, human resources, and social insurance systems | 30–90 days (continuous) |
For example
if a business wants to register a foreign loan, PMH will first check whether the loan must be registered with the State Bank as required; if so, we prepare the loan contract, capital usage plan, interest rate explanation and submit the registration documents — this process usually takes 15–30 days depending on the complexity.
Submit a request — get a quote within 24 hours
(including business registration procedures, investment registration, accounting and tax services),
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PMH's commitment
Accurate, timely advice
All PMH's professional opinions are based on current legal regulations and the latest guidance documents. We commit to an initial response within 24 working hours and provide detailed analysis and practical recommendations for businesses to implement immediately.
Minimizing legal and tax risks for FDI enterprises
PMH optimizes investment capital structure, advises on tax compliance strategies and builds internal processes to limit risks when enterprises operate in Vietnam. Committed to providing solutions that both protect the interests of the company and comply with legal regulations.
Bilingual support in Vietnamese and English
Our team of consultants and lawyers have experience working with foreign investors, drafting bilingual documents, communicating directly with investors in English to avoid misunderstandings in legal issues and contract negotiations.
Absolute confidentiality of customer information
Before sharing detailed information, PMH is willing to sign an NDA; records and data are stored securely according to internal regulations. We respect customer privacy and only share information with written consent.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Yes — but it depends on the industry and the law. Some industries on the restricted or conditional list (for example, some fields related to security, land, or conditional business) may have a limit on the ownership ratio. To know exactly according to current regulations, PMH will check the applicable industry list and advise on the appropriate ownership structure. ( References: Investment Law, Enterprise Law and guiding documents ).
Under current regulations, most Vietnamese enterprises, including FDI enterprises, are required to prepare financial statements and some enterprises are required to have their financial statements audited annually (e.g. when their scale exceeds a threshold or at the request of shareholders/investors). PMH assists in determining audit obligations and coordinates with appropriate auditors to complete the dossier.
Enterprises must register foreign loans with the State Bank (SBV) in cases according to current regulations (for example, commercial loans from foreign credit institutions or loans related to foreign currencies according to certain thresholds and purposes). PMH checks the conditions of each loan, prepares documents (loan contracts, capital use plans, lender documents) and submits registration documents if necessary.
Yes. PMH provides legal advice, document drafting, negotiation representation, and coordination with litigation attorneys if mediation, arbitration, or litigation is required. The service is suitable for businesses that need to resolve disputes with partners, contractors, or employees.
The cost depends on the scope of service (only filing documents or full package including tax, accounting, labor consulting). Contact us to receive a reference price list according to specific needs.
Average time 20–45 days, depending on the project and additional requirements (e.g. land procedures, environmental assessment may take longer).
Usually includes corporate income tax exemption/reduction for certain years, machinery import tax exemption/reduction… PMH will check the conditions and documents to determine specific incentives for each project.
If you need detailed answers or document preparation, PMH supports the first free document preparation and specific advice according to the situation. Contact PMH for quick support.
Conclusion
With many years of practical experience supporting foreign companies and a deep understanding of Vietnamese law, PMH is a trusted partner of FDI enterprises – accompanying them from the stage of preparing documents, registering for investment certificates, until the enterprise goes into stable operation.
To get started quickly: prepare basic documents (investor’s legal documents, project proposal, capital contribution plan) and then contact PMH to receive:
Free 30-minute consultation (needs assessment & next step suggestions).
24-hour reference quote and medical record checklist by investment type.
Commit to confidentiality and sign NDA before sharing project details.
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0971112118
Email: phumyhungconsulting@gmail.com
Or send a consultation request for timely support (office hours: 8:00–17:30, Monday–Friday).