Vietnam Merger Filings Process - Overview and Key Consideration

How to manage the Vietnam M&A’s New First Gate without delaying deal closing?

The legal framework behind Vietnam’s merger filing regime is not new, but scrutiny has increased as the Vietnam Competition Committee (VCC) developed.

Because of stringent thresholds, a "VCC clearance" is now needed for most mid-sized transactions, and adds a key step before a deal can be closed, applicable in ~60-70% of cases.

The process can be long (up to 180 days), making early and proactive planning essential to avoid causing delays for closing.

Our latest article provides a step-by-step overview of the filing process, data requirements, and VCC review stages. It explains in which cases the process can be shorter, how to best manage it, and why early preparation is important to respect deal timeline.

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