What is the process to register a company in Vietnam?

The process to register a company involves 5 steps.

1. Applying for an investment registration certificate (IRC).
2. Applying for an enterprise registration certificate (ERC).
3. Making and registering the company seal.
4. Making a public announcement.
5. Registering the tax code/ VAT number with the tax department.

This is the standard process to register a company to operate any type of business in Vietnam. After this, depending on the nature of the business, the entity may or may not require additional sub licenses.

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