Foreign Judgment & Arbitral Award Recognition & Enforcement Proceedings

Foreign court judgments and arbitral awards are not automatically enforceable in Vietnam. Before they can be enforced, they must generally be recognised by the competent Vietnamese courts in accordance with applicable laws and international treaties.

Wise Counsel advises and represents Vietnamese and international clients in proceedings for the recognition and enforcement of foreign court judgments and foreign arbitral awards in Vietnam. We assist clients in navigating the legal and procedural requirements to maximise the prospects of successful recognition and enforcement.

What we help with

• Assessing the enforceability of foreign judgments and arbitral awards in Vietnam
• Advising on applicable treaties, reciprocity requirements and legal grounds for recognition and enforcement
• Preparing and filing applications for recognition and enforcement before the competent Vietnamese courts
• Reviewing and preparing supporting documents, translations, notarisation and consular legalisation where required
• Representing applicants throughout recognition and enforcement proceedings before the Vietnamese courts
• Responding to objections and challenging grounds for refusal of recognition and enforcement
• Advising on post-recognition enforcement procedures and coordination with civil judgment enforcement authorities
• Coordinating with foreign counsel to ensure compliance with the legal requirements of multiple jurisdictions
• Advising on strategic options where recognition or enforcement may be contested

Our lawyers combine technical expertise with practical experience in cross-border dispute resolution to help clients navigate complex recognition and enforcement proceedings efficiently while protecting their legal and commercial interests.