Foreign Investment
Vietnam's continued economic growth has made it one of Asia's leading destinations for foreign investment.
For more than three decades, we have advised international investors through successive phases of that development.
Our experience spans greenfield investments, acquisitions, joint ventures, investment structuring, licensing, regulatory approvals, foreign ownership, corporate reorganisations and ongoing compliance.
We also advise Vietnamese businesses on outbound investments and international expansion.
Our objective is to help clients invest with clarity, confidence and a practical understanding of Vietnam's legal and regulatory environment.
Highlighted Experiences
Private Equity Entry
Private Equity Entry
Guided a leading European private equity firm through Vietnam’s regulatory framework, enabling a strategic first-time investment.
Education Sector Expansion
Education Sector Expansion
Supported foreign investors in acquiring and establishing international schools and universities in Vietnam.
Hospitality Joint Ventures
Hospitality Joint Ventures
Represented multiple global hotel operators and local developers in landmark hotel management agreements, including Hyatt, InterContinental, and Mandarin Oriental.
$330M Real Estate Investment
$330M Real Estate Investment
Advised an international fund on structuring and acquiring one of Vietnam’s largest residential development projects.
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Pioneered legal frameworks that enabled foreign ownership of residential property in Vietnam.
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Trusted by international investors for deals ranging from $15M to $300M across real estate, hospitality, and education.
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Long-term partner for 70% of our client base, consisting of foreign funds and developers investing in Vietnam.
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Regularly contribute to Vietnam’s policy development through business associations and legislative feedback, shaping a more investor-friendly environment.
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Awards & Recognition
“Leading Projects, Infrastructure & Energy Lawyer (Band 1)” (2014)
“Leading Corporate/M&A Lawyer (Band 1)” (2014)
“Extremely client- focused and extremely knowledgeable” (2014)
“DN Legal - Leading Adviser of the Year – Vietnam” (2015)
“Financial and Corporate Recognised Firm” (2016)
“DN Legal - Corporate Adviser of the Year – Vietnam” (2016)
“Dao Nguyen is Corporate Law Expert in Vietnam” (2016)
“DN Legal has been highly recommended for Corporate Law position in Vietnam” (2016)
“Best Corporate M&A Attorney, Vietnam” (2016)
“DN Legal – Franchise Law Firm in Vietnam” (2016)
“DN Legal – Corporate Law Firm of the Year in Vietnam” (2017)
“Dao Nguyen – M&A Legal Advisor of the Year – Vietnam” (2017)
“Dao Nguyen – a Distinguished Practitioner in Corporate and M&A, Asialaw” (2021)
“Dao Nguyen is an Asialaw Leading Lawyer for Corporate and M&A” (2021)
