Tag: "overtime"
Tighter overtime rules raise cost concerns among FDI firms in Vietnam
Economy 11:49 31/07/2026Decree 283/2026/ND-CP, which takes effect on September 10, raises fines for overtime violations to as much as VND75 million (US$2,830), prompting foreign-invested (FDI) enterprises to reassess shift scheduling, workforce planning, and employee consultation procedures to avoid higher compliance costs.
Companies face fines of up to $2,850 for forcing overtime in Vietnam
Economy 18:47 29/07/2026Employers in Vietnam that require employees to work overtime beyond legal limits can be fined up to VND75 million (US$2,850) under a new government decree aimed at strengthening labor protections and improving compliance with working-hour regulations.
