Are foreigners granted certificates of registration of accounting practice in Vietnam?

In Article 3 of Circular 296/2016/TT-BTC, there is a regulation on application for registration of accounting practice.

1. An application form for issuance of APC using the form in Appendix 01/DKHN hereto appended.

2. A copy of full-time employment contract at an accounting firm or accounting household business (unless the registrant is not required to have an employment contract by labor law).

3. A copy of accountant's certificate or auditor's certificate.

4. A certification of the actual time of working experience in finance, accounting or auditing using the form in Appendix 04/DKHN hereto appended or other equivalent documentary evidence.

5. Two color photos, 3x4cm size, white background, taken within six (06 months) until the submission date of the application for registration of accounting practice.

6. A copy of the severance decision or decision on termination of employment contract before registration of accounting practice (if any).

7. A copy of work permit in Vietnam if the registrant is a foreigner, unless he/she is not required to have a work permit by Vietnam’s labor law.

8. A document proving number of hours of lecture at international audit or accounting associations (hereinafter referred to hours of lecture), if required.

Thus, if a foreign worker meets the conditions to be granted a certificate of registration of accounting practice in Vietnam, he/ she will still be granted!

Best Regards!