Guide to Setting Up a Business in Indonesia & Vietnam

How Can a Foreigner Set Up a Business in Indonesia and Vietnam?

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How Can a Foreigner Set Up a Business in Indonesia and Vietnam?

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    Who Is This Southeast Asia Business Setup Guide for?

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    Foreign Founders

    Planning ASEAN expansion and evaluating operational structures.

    Assessing cross-border setup risks and capital deployment strategies.

    Comparing Indonesia vs Vietnam for regional investment opportunities.

    Choosing between a Representative Office (RO) and a full operating entity.

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    What’s inside the guide & why you should download it?

    What’s inside the guide & why you should download it

    At VIVOS, we provide expert advice on business incorporation, compliance, and cross-border operations in Southeast Asia.
    This guide helps decision-makers clearly understand the practical steps, regulatory requirements, and operational nuances in Indonesia and Vietnam.

    Overview of Singapore Taxes

    Structured Breakdown of Setup Process

    Learn the whole step-by-step process for company formation, approvals, and compliance in each country.

    Digital Compliance & Best Practices

    Eligibility & Compliance Insights

    Understand ownership restrictions, sector limitations, capital requirements, and residency implications.

    Avoid Common Mistakes & Penalties

    Step-by-Step Clarity

    Access timelines, required documentation, and considerations for legal incorporation operations.

    Tax Exemptions, Incentives & Reliefs

    Avoid Mistakes & Strengthen Strategy

    Ensure your setup is complete, compliant, and aligned with regulations to minimise errors and operational risk.

     

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    What is the Southeast Asia Business Setup Guide?

    It is a free, downloadable resource that explains how foreigners can legally enter and operate businesses in Indonesia and Vietnam, with step-by-step guidance.

    It highlights sector restrictions and red flags relevant for foreign investors, but focuses on practical setup and compliance guidance.

    The guide explains capital requirements, FX and banking constraints, legal representation, ongoing compliance obligations, and exit procedures.

    Foreign founders, CFOs, investors, and companies deciding between Representative Offices and full operating entities in Indonesia or Vietnam.  

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