02/01/2026 10:50 AM
PM orders 2-month pensions, social insurance benefits advance for Tet 2026
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has asked the Ministry of Finance to make a combined payment of two months’ pensions and social insurance benefits, covering February and March 2026, during the February 2026 payment cycle, to help beneficiaries enjoy the Tết (Lunar New Year).
31/12/2025 10:38 AM
VSS makes major strides in administrative reform in 2025
The year 2025 marked a decisive turning point for Viet Nam Social Security in administrative reform, as a wide range of key tasks were implemented with determination and delivered tangible results.
30/12/2025 05:00 PM
Ministries step up coordination toward effective, sustainable health insurance policy
The Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Finance have agreed to maintain regular coordination at both professional and leadership levels to thoroughly resolve existing bottlenecks and further enhance the effectiveness of the universal health insurance policy.
30/12/2025 04:45 PM
Targets for expanding SI coverage by 2030
According to Government Resolution No. 403/NQ-CP, nationwide, by 2030, the number of people participating in social insurance should reach 29,334,000; of which the minimum target for voluntary social insurance is 2,444,500 people. The government also specifies the number of participants in social insurance and voluntary social insurance for each province and city.
30/12/2025 08:54 AM
[Infographic] How to address missing social insurance contribution periods on VssID
29/12/2025 12:00 AM
IT Application to enhance SI and HI contribution collection and coverage development
As Vietnam actively promotes national digital transformation, the IT application in social insurance (SI), health insurance (HI) collection contribution and coverage development becomes one of the key pillars. It helps improve efficient, transparent management and creates favorable condition for people.
18/12/2025 02:25 PM
Guidance on salary payment and SI participation for foreign workers in Vietnam
The Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI) in Vietnam recently submitted a document outlining challenges in compensating foreign workers on foreign intra-corporate transferees, specifically concerning contractual requirements, work permits, and compulsory social insurance (SI) contribution. In response, the Ministry of Home Affairs has issued a statement clarifying regulations for two categories of workers.
15/12/2025 08:56 AM
Social Insurance benefits for Foreign Intra-Corporate Transferees
According to the 2024 Law on Social Insurance (SI), foreign intra-corporate transferees are not subject to mandatory SI participation.
Sickness
Work Injury and Occupational Disease
Survivor’s
Old-age
Maternity
Unemployment
Medical (Health Insurance)
Certificate of coverage
VSS - ISSA Guidelines on Social Security