Vietnam to Launch Electronic Labor Contracts July 1

Vietnam is set to transition to electronic labor contracts starting July 1, 2026, as mandated by Directive 28 from the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Under the new regulations, employers and employees will be required to use the national VNeID digital identity system to access the electronic contract platform. Individual employees will use their personal VNeID accounts, while organizations will use institutional accounts. For organizations unable to obtain an institutional VNeID, the Ministry of Home Affairs will provide access accounts.

The electronic labor contract platform will verify the validity status of VNeID accounts. If an account is locked or its status changes, access to the platform will be adjusted accordingly. This system aims to streamline HR management and administrative procedures related to labor contracts.

This initiative aligns with Decree 337 of 2025, which emphasizes the government's encouragement of electronic labor contracts as a substitute for paper-based agreements. These electronic contracts, legally equivalent to their paper counterparts, will be transmitted via electronic means. Each contract will receive a unique, non-transferable ID for data management purposes, even if the contract is later amended or terminated.