Step 1: Determine clearly the type of labor you need to hire
Hiring labor in Vietnam can be divided into two main groups: unskilled workers (workers, machine operators, packaging...) and office/professional personnel. Each group has a different approach, so the first step is always to clearly determine the position, quantity and nature of the work.
Step 2: Choose the appropriate form
- Unskilled and seasonal workers: should use labor supply or labor subleasing services.
- Office and professional personnel who do not want to start a company: should use EOR service.
- Already have a legal entity in Vietnam, want to self-manage: can recruit directly.
Step 3: Learn basic legal obligations
Regardless of the form chosen, the business (or unit in the name of the household) must comply with the Labor Code: sign the correct type of labor contract, pay full social insurance - health insurance - unemployment insurance, comply with working and rest hours, and have labor regulations if employing 10 or more employees.
Step 4: Contact the service unit or self-deploy
If you choose to outsource, contact a reputable unit for advice, receive a transparent quote per capita, and agree on a clear service contract regarding the responsibilities of both parties.
Step 5: Implement and maintain compliance
After having workers, businesses need to continue to monitor compliance: timekeeping, calculating salaries on time, updating labor law changes, and properly handling procedures when there is discipline or contract termination.
Is hiring labor in Vietnam required through an intermediary? Not required if the business already has a legal entity in Vietnam and can manage its own records, insurance, and taxes. However, for businesses that are new or do not have a human resources department, using outsourcing services helps save time and reduce compliance risks.
How long does it take to get labor after contacting the service? For unskilled labor through supply, usually 3-7 days; For office personnel via EOR, usually 1-2 weeks depending on position.