Vietnam

Employee contracts can be terminated if a just cause is established, such as dishonesty, negligence, fraud, or other work-related offences. That aside, notice should be provided in advance – provided both parties agree to it.

Employers must provide prior notice three days in advance for employees bound by seasonal contracts (i.e., contracts lasting less than a year); 30 days for indefinite labor contracts (i.e., contracts lasting between one to three years); or 45 days for indefinite labor contracts.

Employees are entitled to a severance package equivalent to half month’s wages for every year worked if they are terminated under valid grounds except for misconduct of the employee or other circumstances stipulated under law.

Probation periods in Vietnam are not mandatory and can last anywhere from six to 60 days, depending on the skill level required for the position. Employees must be paid at least 85% of their normal wages during the probation period and should be notified of the probation outcome at least three days before the test period ends.