Decree 70/2023/ND-CP: Changing the Game for Foreign Workers in Vietnam – 5 Game-Changing Tweaks

🌏 Calling All Global Professionals! 🌏

Hey there, legal eagles and global wanderers! Today, we're diving into a whirlwind of changes that have just hit the foreign worker scene in Vietnam. The Vietnamese government recently rolled out Decree No. 70/2023/ND-CP, and it's shaking up the landscape for expats and the companies that employ them. This decree, which came into effect on September 18, 2023, serves as an amendment to Decree No. 152/2020/ND-CP concerning foreigners working in Vietnam. Buckle up, because we're about to explore five significant shifts brought about by this decree.

👉 Discover how issued work permits now serve as proof of your expertise.

👉 Learn how you can work at multiple locations with a single permit.

👉 Bid farewell to specialization requirements and embrace versatile skillsets.

👉 Find out which documents prove you're the boss in management positions.

👉 Get the scoop on new recruitment practices prioritizing local talent.

Buckle up, because we're about to take a whirlwind tour of the 5 biggest shake-ups in Vietnam's foreign worker scene, Ngọc Prinny style! 🌪️

1. 🏆 Work Permits: Now with Extra Bragging Rights!

Old news: Work permits were just boring paperwork. New hotness: Your work permit is now a shiny badge of expertise! 🌟

No more begging your old boss for reference letters. Your Vietnamese work permit now screams "I know my stuff!" to potential employers.

2. 🦸‍♂️ The Multitasking Superhero Permit

Before: One job, one permit, one location. Booooring! 😴 Now: One permit, multiple workplaces! You're basically a corporate superhero! 🦸‍♂️

Just remember to keep the authorities in the loop within 3 days of starting your multi-location adventures.

3. 🎓 Farewell, Specialization Straitjacket!

Old school: You needed experience in your exact field of study. New cool: Your skills are now as flexible as a yoga master! 🧘‍♂️

As long as your experience is relevant to the job, you're golden. Time to dust off those transferable skills!

4. 👑 Proving You're the Boss

Previously: It was hard to show you're management material. Now: Three magic documents to prove you're the king of the corporate jungle! 👑

1. Company Charter
2. Enterprise Registration Certificate
3. Company Resolution/Decision on appointment

5. 🇻🇳 Local Talent First: The New Hiring Hokey Pokey

Starting January 1, 2024:

1. Put your job ad up 🕺
2. Look for local talent 👀
3. If no luck, then bring in the international cavalry! 🌎

Companies must now do a little dance to prioritize local hires before bringing in foreign talent.

🎬 The Grand Finale

Vietnam's Decree 70 is like a blockbuster movie for the expat work scene – full of plot twists, new characters, and exciting developments! 🎥🍿

Whether you're a seasoned Vietnam veteran or a newbie looking to dip your toes in the Mekong Delta of opportunities, these changes are set to make your work life more flexible, recognized, and possibly more adventurous!

Remember, in the ever-changing world of international work, staying informed is your superpower. So keep your work permit close, your skills sharp, and your sense of adventure ready! 🚀

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