Attorneys at Tilleke & Gibbins have contributed the Vietnam chapter to Practical Law Company’s Franchising Global Guide, which provides an overview of franchising law and regulations in 17 jurisdictions worldwide. Among a range of topics, the Vietnam chapter covers main developments in the franchising market; common methods of franchising; legal definition of “franchising;” laws regulating franchising including relevant Decrees and Circular 09; franchise agreement formalities and requirements; ensuring that franchisees comply with business standards, systems, and requirements; intellectual property; real estate including periods of leases for retail premises; competition law and exemptions; dispute resolution; and exchange control and currency regulations.