Vietnam’s digital economy has outpaced its legal framework…until now. With Decree 117/2025, Vietnam introduces sweeping new rules for e-commerce platforms, livestreamers, influencers, and even foreign tech giants selling to Vietnamese consumers.
The goal: transparency, accountability, and tighter tax and data protection compliance.
In this post, Stephen Le explains the key changes, from seller verification and e-invoicing to influencer obligations, cross-border requirements, and the steep penalties for non-compliance.