Vietnam Payroll Update: New Social & Health Insurance Contribution Ceiling from 1 July 2026

Under Decree No. 161/2026/ND-CP, issued on 15 May 2026, the Vietnamese Government has increased the statutory base salary from VND 2,340,000 to VND 2,530,000 per month, effective 1 July 2026.
Vietnam’s 2026 Personal Income Tax Reform: What HR and Payroll Teams Should Prepare for Now

Vietnam’s upcoming 2026 Personal Income Tax (PIT) reform is expected to introduce significant adjustments that will affect payroll calculations, employee take-home pay, and employer compliance responsibilities.
Vietnam to Raise Minimum Wages Across Four Regions Starting 2026

Vietnam Social Security (VSS) has announced that monthly and hourly minimum wages for workers under labour contracts will be increased effective 1 January 2026.