Category Archives: CUSTOMS & LOGISTICS REGULATIONS

REGULATIONS ON ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTIES IN THE CUSTOMS SECTOR UNDER DECREE 169/2026/NĐ-CP

REGULATIONS ON ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTIES IN THE CUSTOMS SECTOR UNDER DECREE 169/2026/NĐ-CP To support businesses in promptly updating new regulations related to administrative penalties in the Customs sector, THT Cargo Logistics would like to summarize key highlights under Decree 169/2026/NĐ-CP and implementation guidance issued by the Customs authority. The new Decree will directly impact customs declaration

OFFICIAL LETTER 16499 GUIDELINES ON IMPORTED GOODS LABELING SIZE REQUIREMENTS IN 2026

OFFICIAL LETTER 16499 GUIDELINES ON IMPORTED GOODS LABELING SIZE REQUIREMENTS IN 2026 To support businesses in promptly updating the latest regulations related to imported goods labeling, THT Cargo Logistics would like to summarize the key contents of Official Letter No. 16499/CHQ-GSQL dated May 20, 2026 issued by the Customs Department regarding labeling requirements under Decree

SUMMARY OF UPDATED CUSTOMS UNIT CODE CHANGES EFFECTIVE FROM JUNE 1, 2026

SUMMARY OF UPDATED CUSTOMS UNIT CODE CHANGES EFFECTIVE FROM JUNE 1, 2026 To support businesses in promptly updating changes related to the Customs unit code system under the Regional Customs model, THT Cargo Logistics would like to summarize the key points based on: Official Letter No. 489/CNTT-QLVH dated May 19, 2026 issued by the Customs

UPDATED GUIDELINES ON DECLARING CHEMICAL COMPONENTS FOR IMPORT & EXPORT GOODS UNDER OFFICIAL LETTER 16292/CHQ-GSQL

UPDATED GUIDELINES ON DECLARING CHEMICAL COMPONENTS FOR IMPORT & EXPORT GOODS UNDER OFFICIAL LETTER 16292/CHQ-GSQL Chemical declaration has always been one of the most complex customs procedures, requiring a high level of accuracy from enterprises. To help businesses promptly update the latest regulatory requirements, THT would like to summarize the key contents of Official Letter

DETAILED GUIDE TO RESETTING VNACCS PASSWORDS AND NATIONAL SINGLE WINDOW ACCOUNTS

DETAILED GUIDE TO RESETTING VNACCS PASSWORDS AND NATIONAL SINGLE WINDOW ACCOUNTS During import-export operations, issues related to system passwords or changes to Digital Signatures are unavoidable. To help businesses quickly resolve technical disruptions, THT has summarized the latest procedures for resetting VNACCS passwords and National Single Window accounts. I. PROCEDURE FOR RESETTING VNACCS PASSWORDS &

NEW GUIDELINES ON CUSTOMS VALUATION AND CIRCULATION OF IMPORTED GOODS

NEW GUIDELINES ON CUSTOMS VALUATION AND CIRCULATION OF IMPORTED GOODS In import-export operations, customs valuation determination may sometimes take longer than expected, causing concerns about potential business delays. To address this issue, THT would like to update enterprises on the latest guidance issued by the Customs Department under Official Dispatch No. 15808/CHQ-NVTHQ (dated April 29,

CASE STUDY: STORING USED CONTAINER GANTRY CRANES IN A BONDED WAREHOUSE FOR RE-EXPORT

CASE STUDY: STORING USED CONTAINER GANTRY CRANES IN A BONDED WAREHOUSE FOR RE-EXPORT In international logistics projects, many businesses need to bring high-value used machinery and equipment into Vietnam for temporary storage in bonded warehouses before re-exporting them in their original condition to a third country. One representative category is used container gantry cranes—large-scale, high-value

Exporting Controlled Chemicals: Legal Risks & How Businesses Can Avoid Compliance Mistakes in 2026

Exporting Controlled Chemicals: Legal Risks & How Businesses Can Avoid Compliance Mistakes in 2026 Currently, chemical products classified under controlled chemical categories are being more strictly monitored by regulatory authorities during import and export activities. Therefore, businesses must proactively ensure full compliance with all relevant legal requirements, including: Business eligibility requirements for chemicals Import licenses

Impact of Regional Customs Restructuring on FDI Enterprises – Key Considerations

Impact of Regional Customs Restructuring on FDI Enterprises – Key Considerations The restructuring of Vietnam’s customs system is creating significant changes in import-export operations. For FDI enterprises, this is a critical period that requires close monitoring and proactive adaptation to minimize risks in logistics and compliance. 1. Background: Large-Scale Customs Restructuring Since 2025, Vietnam Customs

STORING USED EQUIPMENT (CONTAINER GANTRY CRANES) IN BONDED WAREHOUSE FOR RE-EXPORT

STORING USED EQUIPMENT (CONTAINER GANTRY CRANES) IN BONDED WAREHOUSE FOR RE-EXPORT Amid the ongoing global supply chain shift, the demand for temporarily storing high-value used machinery and equipment – particularly used container gantry cranes – in bonded warehouses in Vietnam before re-exporting to third countries is increasing significantly. However, due to the specialized nature of