Comparison Between Features of Forms of Companies & Subsidiaries in Vietnam

How to choose a form of legal entities to set up in Vietnam is the most frequently asked question of foreign investors seeking to set up their commercial presence in Vietnam. Every investor has their own goals and resources and therefore, they may have their own choice when dealing with this subject. Foreign investors can gain a lot of knowledge about the main features of Joint-Stock Companies, One-member Limited Liability Companies, Two Members or More Limited Liability Companies, Branches and Representative Offices in Vietnam as presented below.

Type of Companies/ Subsidiaries

One-member Limited Liability Company

Two members or more Limited Liability company

Joint-Stock Company

Representative Office

Branch