The Vietnamese government has issued a decree amending and supplementing several articles of its Decree No. 152 dated 2020, stipulating regulations for foreigners working in Vietnam, reports Vietnam Plus. Decree No. 152 also stipulates regulations for foreign individuals’ and organisations’ recruitment and management of Vietnamese nationals in the country.

As per the new decree, at least 15 days before the starting date of a foreign worker's employment, an employer (except for contractors) must submit a report to the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs or Departments of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs of localities involved. The report clarifies the employer’s demand for the occupation whose requirements are yet to be met by Vietnamese workers. Furthermore, changes regarding a foreign employee’s position, job title, form of work, location, and number must also be reported to the above agencies at least 15 days before their starting dates. The agencies are required to send back written approval or disapproval accordingly within ten working days.