{"id":88138,"date":"2026-01-27T10:35:06","date_gmt":"2026-01-27T02:35:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/premiatnc.com\/vn\/?p=88138"},"modified":"2026-01-27T10:35:07","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T02:35:07","slug":"erc-vietnam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/premiatnc.com\/vn\/blog\/erc-vietnam\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Get An ERC In Vietnam As An Expatriate"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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According to regulations stipulated by the WTO and EVFTA as well as Vietnamese laws, investors can establish foreign enterprises in Vietnam. In doing so, it\u2019s essential that dossiers and procedures for setting up this company comply with Vietnamese laws. There are two main processes; apply for the Investment Registration Certificate (\u201cIRC\u201d) and the Enterprise Registration Certificate<\/a> (\u201cERC\u201d). In case you do not have any Vietnamese enterprises by your own, IRC of project must be achieved first. Otherwise, be sure that you have completed the procedures of applying for the Investment Registration Certificate. How about applying for the Enterprise Registration Certificate? Keep reading to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Article 4 of Law on Enterprises 2020, ERC is a legally binding document (which is paper or electronic version) that records information about business registration. Foreigners wishing to establish a company in Vietnam <\/a>must have Investment Registration and Enterprise Registration certificates. However, Vietnam residents are expected only to submit an ERC. Your enterprise can\u2019t operate without an ERC when setting up a company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Get an ERC in Vietnam as an Expatriate: Why the Certification Matters<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Simply put, the Enterprise Registration Certificate (\u201cERC\u201d) is a mandatory certificate issued by Business Registration Office of each city\u2019s Department of Planning and Investment to any individual or organization who demands to establish a company<\/a> in Vietnam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Role\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Enterprise Registration Certificate (ERC) is one of the first and most important documents you will need as an expatriate looking to start a business in Vietnam. Simply put, the ERC is what makes your company legal in Vietnam. It allows the business to\u00a0operate\u00a0officially, sign contracts, and carry out commercial activities. No matter how ready your capital or business plan is, your company cannot legally exist without this certificate.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Important for Expatriates\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Compared to local business owners, expatriates usually face stricter checks, especially when foreign ownership or management is involved. When foreigners are part of the company, the authorities will pay closer attention to the structure, ownership, and activities being registered under the business. For expatriates, the ERC is a key document needed for other practical matters, such as opening a corporate bank account and meeting compliance requirements.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ERC vs. Residency Status\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The ERC applies to the company, not to the person. While it allows the business to\u00a0operate\u00a0legally, it does not grant you the right to live or work in the country. Separate visas and work permits are still\u00a0required. The ERC is essential for the business setup, but it is only a part of the overall process.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Get an ERC in Vietnam as an Expatriate:\u00a0The Information Listed\u00a0
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The following is some of the information listed on the ERC;\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n