Post-Investment Project Review Procedures 2026

Complete guide to post-investment inspection procedures in Vietnam 2026: reporting, inspections, compliance risks, and legal updates under Investment Law 2025.

1. Latest Legal Basis (Effective from March 1, 2026)

From March 1, 2026, Vietnam officially implements the Investment Law 2025, replacing the Investment Law 2020. One of the most significant reforms is the shift from pre-approval to post-inspection management, aiming to:

• Simplify administrative procedures

• Shorten licensing time

• Strengthen post-investment supervision

Legal References:

• Investment Law 2025 (effective from 01/03/2026)

• National Investment Information System

• Government policy updates 2026

2. What Is Post-Investment Inspection?

Post-investment inspection refers to the process by which state authorities supervise and verify the implementation of investment projects after the issuance of the Investment Registration Certificate (IRC).

Key inspection areas include:

• Project implementation progress

• Capital contribution & disbursement

• Compliance with:

  • Environmental regulations

  • Fire safety (PCCC)

  • Construction permits

  • Labor regulations

  • Tax obligations

  • Land use planning

👉 Under the new law, licensing becomes faster, but post-operation supervision becomes stricter.

3. Key Changes in Post-Inspection Procedures in 2026

3.1 Mandatory Electronic Reporting

Enterprises must submit periodic online reports via the National Investment Information System:

⚠ Failure to report may lead to administrative penalties, inspections, or even project suspension.

3.2 Stronger On-Site Inspections

Authorities may conduct scheduled or unscheduled inspections, including:

• Industrial Park Management Boards

• Departments of Planning and Investment

• Departments of Natural Resources and Environment

• Fire Safety Authorities

• Tax Authorities

Focus areas:

• Environmental permits

• Fire safety acceptance certificates

• Construction completion permits

• Factory lease agreements

• Actual production capacity

3.3 Stricter Project Adjustment Control

From 2026, all major project changes must be approved before implementation, including:

• Capacity expansion

• Capital increase

• Change of business lines

• Factory relocation

• Location changes

👉 Implementing changes before approval may result in heavy penalties or project suspension.

4. Standard Post-Inspection Process (2026)

Step 1 – Enterprise Self-Reporting

Submit periodic reports and maintain full legal documentation.

Step 2 – Authority Data Review

Compare approved project information with actual implementation.

Step 3 – On-Site Inspection (if necessary)

Inspect factories, equipment, fire safety systems, and environmental treatment systems.

Step 4 – Conclusion & Handling

• Compliance → Continue operation

• Violation → Correction orders, fines, suspension, or project withdrawal

5. Common Violations & Risks

6. Recommendations for Investors in 2026

✔ Prepare complete legal documentation
✔ Submit timely periodic reports
✔ Do not expand without prior approval
✔ Complete fire safety & environmental procedures before operation
✔ Adjust IRC promptly when changes occur

7. Professional Support Services

We provide:

• Project legal compliance review

• Post-inspection consulting

• IRC amendment procedures

• Government liaison support

• Factory & industrial park investment advisory