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LATE PAYMENT INVALIDATES INPUT VALUE ADDED TAX CREDIT
According to Official Letter No. 3367/TPHCM-QLDNI dated 08 October 2025 issued by the Ho Chi Minh City Tax Department and Article 26 of Decree No. 181/2025/ND-CP, enterprises are entitled to input VAT deduction only when: There is a valid non-cash payment voucher, and The payment is made within the deadline stipulated in the contract or its annex. The Tax Authority has explicitly confirmed that if payment is not made by the contractual due date, the enterprise must reduce the
4 days ago1 min read


DEDUCTIBLE AND NON-DEDUCTIBLE EXPENSES UNDER THE 2025 CORPORATE INCOME TAX LAW
Vietnam’s Law on Corporate Income Tax No. 67/2025/QH15 marks a significant reform in determining deductible expenses for taxable income. Compared with previous regulations, the new Law broadens the scope of deductible expenses, especially for research and development (R&D), digital transformation, emission reduction, and social sponsorships, while tightening documentation, payment, and compliance requirements under specialized laws. This W&A Newsletter helps enterprises clear
Oct 191 min read


HIGHER FAMILY TAX DEDUCTIONS EFFECTIVE FROM 2026
Vietnam’s National Assembly Standing Committee has approved a new Resolution to raise family circumstance-based deductions for Personal Income Tax starting from the 2026 tax year. This adjustment marks a significant step toward enhancing fairness and reducing tax burdens for individuals and households nationwide. The new deduction levels aim to increase disposable income and strengthen social welfare in the face of rising living costs. 👉 Read the full analysis and detailed c
Oct 171 min read


UPDATE ON REGULATIONS REGARDING ALLOWANCES EXEMPTED FROM SOCIAL INSURANCE CONTRIBUTIONS
The determination of wages used as the basis for compulsory social insurance contributions is a key compliance issue for every enterprise in Vietnam. Incorrect classification of salary components may lead to back payments, administrative penalties, unplanned expenses, and potential labor disputes. Under the Law on Social Insurance 2024, Decree No. 158/2025/ND-CP, and Circular No. 10/2020/TT-BLDTBXH, Vietnam has established a clearer legal framework distinguishing which paymen
Oct 131 min read


PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION LAW 2025: KEY HIGHLIGHTS TO NOTE
Recently, The National Assembly approved the Personal Data Protection Law No. 91/2025/QH15, which shall come into force on January 1,...
Oct 91 min read


BREAKING UPDATE: INDUSTRIAL ZONES NO LONGER TAX-INCENTIVE LOCATIONS
Effective 1 October 2025, the new Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Law 2025 introduces a significant policy shift in Vietnam’s tax landscape:...
Oct 31 min read


W&A Achieves Dual ACCA Approved Employer Recognition
W&A is proud to announce a significant milestone: we have been officially recognized by ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) with two prestigious designations: ACCA Approved Employer – Professional Development ACCA Approved Employer – Trainee Development (Platinum) In Vietnam, only a select number of firms have achieved this honor. Being granted both recognitions at once highlights W&A’s: Professional working environment , fostering optimal conditions for ca
Sep 51 min read


W&A Joins Integra International: Expanding Our Global Reach
We are proud to announce that W&A has officially joined Integra International , a leading global association headquartered in the United...
Sep 42 min read


NOTIFICATION ON THE REGISTRATION OF ELECTRONIC IDENTIFICATION FOR FOREIGN NATIONALS
Pursuant to Decree No. 69/2024/NĐ-CP dated June 25, 2024, issued by the Government on electronic identification and authentication, W&A...
Jul 43 min read


DECREE 181: PROVISIONS ON VALUE ADDED TAX - SOME IMPORTANT CHANGES TO NOTE
On July 1, 2025, the Government issued Decree No. 181/2025/ND-CP detailing the implementation of certain provisions of the Law on...
Jul 46 min read


E-COMMERCE PLATFORM OWNERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR REMITTING TAXES ON BEHALF OF ONLINE SHOPS
On June 9, 2025, the Government issued Decree 117/2025/NĐ-CP opening a new phase in the management of digital platform taxes, enhance...
Jun 274 min read
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