Customs Procedures in Vietnam: Documentation and ProcessingApril 19, 2019 Posted by Written by Reading Time: Following the relevant customs procedures when importing or exporting goods from Vietnam is one of the most vital aspects of doing business in a country where manufacturing costs are leveraged to its favor. Show
Goods to be imported or exported are subject to the relevant customs clearance standards, which effectively check the quality, specifications, quantity, and volume of the goods. Currently, these standards are set out under Law No. 54/2014/QH13 on Customs as well as numerous implementing decrees and guiding circulars. Following the standards set by the Vietnamese government, certain imported goods are subject to inspection. For example, imported pharmaceuticals must undergo testing and also include documents detailing product use, dosage, and expiration dates (written in Vietnamese), which must also be included in or on the product packaging. Customs documents required in VietnamCompanies that import or export goods must submit a dossier of documents to the customs authorities. The dossier must include at least the companys business registration certificate and import/export business code registration certificate. Related services
If importing, its best to register your business on the National Business Registration Portal website and register customs declaration on the Vietnam National Single Window Portal. The following are additional documents that may be requested by authorities depending on the imports in question: Imported goods require the following documents:
Exported goods need the following:
Processing timesExport shipment procedures are typically completed on the same day. Import shipments typically take around one to three days to complete for full container loads (FCL) and less than container loads (LCL), respectively. Related services
According to Vietnamese Customs, companies that regularly export and import the same exact goods within a given period may use a single customs declaration form for carrying out the relevant customs procedures if the goods are listed under the same purchase and sales contract and are delivered within the delivery time listed on the purchase contract. Priority customs treatmentFor those seeking to reduce customs compliance costs in Vietnam, it is possible to apply for priority treatment. Under priority treatment, qualifying companies will become eligible for a range of benefits that are sure to reduce customs clearance times and thus reduce costs. Qualifying for priority treatmentCompanies that meet the following standards, outlined underDecree No. 08/2015/ND-CP, will become eligible for preferential customs treatment:
Benefits afforded under priority treatment programAccording to theLaw on Customs, companies qualifying for the priority treatment program will be eligible to benefit from the following:
Optimizing your customs experienceVietnamese customs procedures are complex and often subject to change. For up-to-date information on clearance regulations, processing times, or applying for the priority program, it is best to consult with government officials or professional service firms. Share this:
About Us Vietnam Briefing is produced by Dezan Shira & Associates. The firm assists foreign investors throughout Asia from offices across the world, including in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Readers may write to for more support on doing business in Vietnam. Previous Article Next Article 16 thoughts on Customs Procedures in Vietnam: Documentation and Processingsurender gillwan says: August 16, 2013 at 3:18 pm i will sent one gift but i have a big problem . i havent customs declaration form pleas give me custom declaration form on my yahoo ID Allison says: February 18, 2014 at 12:27 pm In Vietnam, is there a special bonded warehouse that the parts are stocked out from it and sent to local business partner without paying the duty and tax? Allen Liu says: April 20, 2015 at 5:11 pm Dear Sir, My friend recommended you to me. 1.The products includes around 10 shoe material: vamp,hardware,leather, fabric,rubber soled for shoes. Would please confirm if you can serve this or not? If yes, pls give me a quotation. Charles Small says: May 6, 2015 at 3:12 pm Dear Mr Liu, Many thanks for your message. We would be delighted to be of assistance. Please see your inbox for further details. Kind regards, Charles cathy says: June 28, 2015 at 11:11 pm Hi there Just wondering if your company offer the services to takeb care of import certificate that canada company export live lobster n crabs to vietnam and that we rquire certain documentation at the custom for clearing our products..please let me knowmany thanks..regards, Charles Small says: July 3, 2015 at 11:28 am Dear Cathy, Many thanks for your message. Our legal team has looked into the issue. Please see your inbox for further details. Kind regards, Charles Mike says: May 24, 2016 at 6:13 pm Hello, I am wondering if you have any experience with customs clearance for importing personal belongings. I am moving to Vietnam, but work remotely for a foreign company (i.e. I do not work for a Vietnamese company). My shipping company is telling me I cannot bring my belongings to Vietnam because an authorization letter from a Vietnamese employer is necessary for this. I am not sure how this could be possible with foreigners buying condos in Vietnam and living there part of the year or full time. Any advice would be appreciated. With kind regards, Mike Pingback: [VN] Vietnam Approves New Fees for Foreigners and Foreign Firms Mark Harrison says: June 13, 2019 at 1:25 am Hello Pritesh Samuel says: June 14, 2019 at 11:26 am Thank you for your inquiry Mark. Please reach out to our specialists at or https://www.dezshira.com/services/business-intelligence-solutions AT says: February 25, 2020 at 11:19 am Hi Sir, currently I am looking into some property investment in Vietnam and because of that, I will need to bring along a sum of foreigner currency into Vietnam. From what I know of, we will have to make declaration if we do bring in cash of equivalent or more than USD $5,000 in value at the custom at the arrival hall when we reach Vietnam. Kindly advice, Pritesh Samuel says: February 25, 2020 at 3:26 pm Hi AT. Thank you for your query. Please reach out to our specialists at or http://www.dezhira.com Arthur says: April 26, 2020 at 7:49 pm Hi there, We are planning to import the liquid milk, fruit puree for infant (less than 36 month) from Russian Manufacturer (Russia Federation). Could you please let us know what is the exactly documentary we need to obtain from manufacturer to complete all requirement of the custom and Viet Nams government to be able to sell the product in Viet Nam. Highly appreciate your advice as your soonest convenience. Thank you Pritesh Samuel says: April 27, 2020 at 11:29 am Hi Arthur, Soo says: December 26, 2020 at 11:13 am Hi. I need to send some local dry food from Malaysia to Vietnam. How does my receiver apply for import license ? Thanks. Pritesh Samuel says: December 28, 2020 at 12:10 pm Hi Soo, Thank you for your inquiry. Please contact our experts at or visit our website at http://www.dezshira.com Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked * Comment Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Notify me of new posts by email.
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