📄 Licensing & Certification Legal Services
Legal Clarity – Business Legitimacy – Market Access
Licenses and certificates are the legal backbone of any business activity. Whether you’re launching a new company, expanding operations, or entering a regulated industry, LawPlus ensures your business is fully compliant, properly registered, and ready to operate with confidence.
With deep expertise in Vietnamese regulatory frameworks and years of experience supporting both domestic and foreign enterprises, LawPlus provides end-to-end legal support for all licensing and certification needs.
🔍 Why Licensing Matters
- Legal authorization to operate and avoid penalties or shutdowns
- Access to regulated markets: alcohol, tobacco, tourism, gaming, energy…
- Enable foreign-invested companies to trade, distribute, and open retail outlets
- Ensure compliance with food safety, labor, and e-commerce regulations
- Build trust with partners, customers, and government authorities
- Avoid delays, rejections, or legal disputes due to incomplete documentation
✅ Why Choose LawPlus
- Full-service legal support from application to approval
- Experience with complex, multi-license projects and foreign investors
- Clear guidance on procedures, timelines, and required documentation
- Commercial contracts with valid VAT invoices
- Absolute confidentiality of business information
- Fast, reliable, and compliant execution
🧠 Scope of Licensing & Certification Services
LawPlus provides legal support for a wide range of licenses and certificates, including:
🏢 Business Setup & Investment
- Company registration (LLC, JSC, etc.)
- Branch, representative office, and business location registration
- Investment registration certificates (IRC)
🌐 Trading & Commercial Activities
- Trading license for foreign-owned companies (export, import, distribution, e-commerce, intermediary services)
- License to establish retail outlets for foreign-invested enterprises
- E-commerce website registration and announcement
👷♂️ Labor & Immigration
- Work permits and work permit exemptions
- Temporary Residence Cards (TRC) and Permanent Residence Cards (PRC)
⚡ Regulated Industries
- Electricity operation licenses
- Game licenses (G1, G2, G3)
- Tourist operation licenses
- Food safety eligibility certificates
🍷 Alcohol Licensing
- License for mass production of alcohol
- License for alcohol production for re-preparation
- License for home production of alcohol
- Alcohol wholesale and retail licenses
- License for on-premises alcohol consumption
🚬 Tobacco Licensing
- License to trade in tobacco
- Tobacco wholesaling license
- Tobacco retailing license
📑 Other Specialized Licenses
- Any other licenses or certificates required for investment and business activities in Vietnam
📌 Service Delivery Methods
- Consultation via phone, email, or messaging
- Online or in-person meetings with clients and authorities
- Document preparation, submission, and follow-up
- Representation at licensing agencies and regulatory bodies
🔧 Implementation Process
1. Initial Consultation & License Mapping
2. Document Preparation & Legal Review
3. Application Submission & Follow-up
4. Approval & Post-Licensing Advisory
5. Renewal, Amendment, or Expansion Support
🎯 LawPlus Commitment:
- Transparent process, clear timelines, and proactive updates
- Coordination with government agencies and relevant departments
- Strategic advice to align licensing with business goals
📂 Real Case: Multi-License Setup for Foreign Retail Company
Client: Foreign-invested retail chain entering Vietnam
Challenge: Required multiple licenses including trading rights, retail outlet setup, work permits, and e-commerce registration
LawPlus Solution:
- Mapped all required licenses and created a timeline
- Prepared and submitted complete documentation for each license
- Coordinated with MOIT, DOLISA, and local authorities
Outcome: All licenses granted on schedule, enabling full legal operation
💰 Pricing Options
- Fixed-fee packages for standard licenses
- Project-based pricing for multi-license setups
- Monthly or quarterly advisory packages for ongoing compliance
💡 All services include commercial contracts and valid VAT invoices.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Can LawPlus help foreign companies obtain trading licenses in Vietnam?
Yes. We specialize in supporting foreign-invested enterprises with full trading rights.
2. How long does it take to register a company or branch?
Typically 5–10 working days, depending on the business type and location.
3. Do I need a license to sell alcohol or tobacco?
Yes. LawPlus will advise on the correct license type and handle the application process.
4. Can LawPlus assist with work permits and TRCs for foreign staff?
Absolutely. We manage the full process including exemptions and renewals.
5. What if I want to open a retail outlet as a foreign company?
You’ll need a retail license. LawPlus will guide you through the legal requirements.
6. Is e-commerce website registration mandatory?
Yes, for most commercial websites. We handle both registration and announcement procedures.
7. Can LawPlus help with food safety certification for restaurants or manufacturers?
Yes. We assist with eligibility certificates and compliance audits.
8. Are all licenses issued by the same authority?
No. Each license may involve different ministries or departments. LawPlus coordinates across all.
9. Can I bundle multiple licenses into one service package?
Yes. We offer bundled solutions for startups, retail chains, and investment projects.
10. Is my business information kept confidential?
Absolutely. LawPlus guarantees strict confidentiality and data protection.
📞 Contact LawPlus Today
Licensing is not just paperwork — it’s your legal gateway to doing business. Let LawPlus handle the complexity so you can focus on growth.
Contact Information:
📱 Hotline: +84 39 3930 522 | +84 965 052 039 | +84 961 286 660 | +84 966 008 030
📧 Email: info@lawplus.vn
🌐 Website: www.lawplus.vn