Vietnam’s Civil Judgment Enforcement Law – Major Reform Ahead

Expected to be submitted to the National Assembly in October 2025
Drafted by the Ministry of Justice | 9 Chapters | 231 Articles | 50 New Provisions

 The draft amendment to Vietnam’s Law on Civil Judgment Enforcement marks a sweeping modernization aimed at strengthening procedural safeguards, clarifying rights for involved parties, and supporting digital transformation in enforcement.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Expanded Legal Definitions
    Clear recognition of third-party secured property holders and related stakeholders, granting them rights to negotiate, redeem, and challenge enforcement actions.
  •  Authorization & Obligation Transfer
    Both creditors and debtors may now delegate enforcement rights and obligations — aligning with real-world business needs and restructuring scenarios.
  • Enhanced Protection of Secured Assets
    For the first time, the law sets out mechanisms to protect third-party property from unjust enforcement and gives them legal standing in valuation and redemption.
  •  Legal Digitalization
    Electronic notifications, digital enforcement records, and centralized databases will be implemented to reduce costs, time, and bureaucracy.
  •  Accountability & Oversight
    Enforcement officers, prosecutors, and courts will operate under stricter anti-corruption and power control mechanisms, reinforcing public trust.
  • Cross-Border Enforcement Readiness
    Aligns with international conventions (New York Convention, UNCAC), ensuring smoother execution of foreign arbitral awards and cross-border judgments.

💬 Why This Matters to You:
– This reform lays the groundwork for a more predictable, transparent, and enforceable legal environment — especially critical for:
– Foreign investors involved in M&A or secured transactions.
– Businesses navigating asset disputes or cross-border debt enforcement.
– Legal professionals seeking modern enforcement procedures.

🔗 At THE LAM LAW LLC – Your legal need, Our Mission, we are ready to guide clients through the upcoming reforms with:
Legal due diligence
Enforcement strategy
Asset protection planning
M&A and investment structuring

📩 Let’s connect to explore what this means for your business in Vietnam.

Link PDF: Civil Judgment Enforcement Law_Draft


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