Vietnam

What changed

The Government of Vietnam has introduced Decree No. 293/2026/ND-CP. This decree guides how the Hague Apostille Convention of 5 October 1961 will work. This rule starts on 11 September 2026. It removes the need for legalisation of foreign public documents. Instead, a simpler apostille process will be used. This change will make it easier to use public documents from countries that have signed the Convention in Vietnam.

What changed

The Vietnamese Government has introduced Decree No. 283/2026/ND-CP. This decree explains the administrative fines for breaking rules across the labour sector, social insurance arrangements, and the regulations for Vietnamese people who work overseas under contract. This new document was issued on 15 July 2026 and became active on 10 September 2026. It provides a clear framework for how these important areas will be enforced.