Expand Your Business in Vietnam with Expert Recruitment Solutions

Recruiting in Vietnam can be overwhelming. We simplify the process, making it easier, more predictable, and stress-free. Let us help you tap into Vietnam's top talent and grow your business with confidence.
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Why Choose Vietnam for Your Next Hire?

Vietnam offers a unique blend of opportunities for business expansion, but navigating local regulations and labor markets can be challenging. Lundi's expertise can help you succeed in this market.

Languages

Vietnamese

Payroll Frequency

Monthly

Currency

VND

Capital City

Hanoi

Employer Tax Rate

21.50%

Recruitment Agency Costs in Vietnam

In Vietnam, professional recruitment agency fees range from 22-27% of the first-year annual base salary of a recruited employee. Recruitment agencies also require an upfront retainer and payment in advance installments of the agency fee based on milestones such as start of recruitment, presentation of candidates, and scheduling interviews with a candidate shortlist.

We know this might sound overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. A solution like Lundi eliminates the barriers for you. With Lundi, you can recruit talent across 70+ countries, easily managing recruitment—all in one, easy-to-use platform. Get an overview of what you need to know when hiring in Vietnam below.

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Employer Tax Costs in Vietnam

Employers in Vietnam are required to pay 21.5% on top of an employee’s salary in social contributions. This includes:

Employee Income Taxes in Vietnam

In Vietnam, employees pay between 5% and 35% in taxes depending on their income bracket. They also pay 10.5% in social security taxes.

Employee Probation in Vietnam

In Vietnam, the probationary period ranges between six and 60 days.

Employee Overtime in Vietnam

Employees in Vietnam work eight hours a day, 48 hours per week.Overtime work can be implemented with the agreement of both the employer and employee, but cannot exceed 50% of the normal working hours in a day. Overtime cannot exceed 30 hours per month and a total of 200 hours per year, except for some cases stipulated by the government.Overtime work is paid at the following rates:Normal weekdays: 150% of regular wagesWeekend: 200%Public holidays: 300%

Employee Notice in Vietnam

The notice period is three working days for seasonal contracts (contracts lasting less than one year), 30 days for fixed-term labour contracts, and 45 days for indefinite-term labour contracts.

Termination in Vietnam

Terminated employees (except those dismissed for a breach of company's rules) who have been working for an employer for at least one year are entitled to severance payments. This must be equal to half a month's wage for each year of employment.Severance is not required if the employee is absent from work without justifiable reason for five consecutive working days or more.If the employer made contributions to the employee's unemployment insurance fund, they are not required to pay severance for the duration of time that the employees participated in the unemployment insurance fund.

How to Recruit in Vietnam

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Within days, we’ll introduce you to the right talent for your team. The average time to match is one week.
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Why Companies Choose Lundi

Exceptional Talent Unavailable Anywhere Else

  • Not actively applying to jobs
  • Not available on freelancer marketplaces
  • Ready for full-time positions

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Where is Lundi available?

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How do I open an account?

Register your interest by booking a call. During the meeting, we'll help you determine if Lundi is right for your business and how we might be able to help you with your hiring goals.

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Our Vetting Process

  • Tailored

    Lundi takes the time to understand the candidate’s skills, experiences, and goals so that they can be matched to the right job.
  • Fair and Accurate

    Rather than relying on a single question or metric, Lundi takes into account the candidate’s overall history, expertise, and motivation.
  • Inclusive

    Our candidate screening process is designed to be inclusive and equitable, ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to pursue their career goals.

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