{"id":4725,"date":"2026-07-23T14:48:21","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T07:48:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/?p=4725"},"modified":"2026-07-23T14:48:21","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T07:48:21","slug":"thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/","title":{"rendered":"Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC on tax management for enterprises with related-party transactions."},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On July 1, 2026, the Ministry of Finance officially issued the following: <\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/luatvietnam.vn\/thue\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc-huong-dan-hiep-dinh-tranh-danh-thue-hai-lan-va-ngan-ngua-tron-thue-439970-d1.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC<\/a><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">,<\/span><\/strong> This document provides guidance on the implementation of Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements, the Bilateral Agreement Procedure (MAP), and the Advance Pricing Agreement (APA) mechanism. It is closely monitored by foreign-invested enterprises, multinational corporations, and especially businesses with related-party transactions, as it directly impacts the determination of cross-border tax obligations in the context of ongoing changes in Vietnamese tax law.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So what exactly does Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC stipulate? How will businesses with related-party transactions be affected when requesting the application of tax agreements, applying for MAP implementation, or negotiating APA with the tax authorities? This article will systematize the core content of Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC, helping you grasp the overall picture before delving into specific procedures.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Index<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Thong_tu_952026TT-BTC_la_gi_Can_cu_phap_ly_va_pham_vi_dieu_chinh\" >What is Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC? Legal basis and scope of application.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Thong_tu_952026TT-BTC_ra_doi_tren_co_so_phap_ly_nao\" >On what legal basis was Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC issued?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Ba_nhom_noi_dung_chinh_ma_Thong_tu_952026TT-BTC_huong_dan\" >Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC provides guidance on three main groups of content.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Doi_tuong_ap_dung_cua_Thong_tu_952026TT-BTC\" >Scope of application of Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Nguyen_tac_ap_dung_Hiep_dinh_thue_theo_Thong_tu_952026TT-BTC\" >Principles for applying tax agreements as per Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Uu_tien_ap_dung_Hiep_dinh_thue_khi_co_xung_dot_voi_phap_luat_trong_nuoc\" >Priority should be given to applying tax agreements when there is a conflict with domestic law.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Nguyen_tac_giai_thich_thuat_ngu_theo_Thong_tu_952026TT-BTC\" >Principles for interpreting terminology according to Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Xac_dinh_doi_tuong_cu_tru_Nen_tang_de_huong_uu_dai_Hiep_dinh_thue\" >Determining residency status: The foundation for enjoying tax agreement benefits.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Cac_truong_hop_bi_tu_choi_ap_dung_Hiep_dinh_thue\" >Cases where the application of the tax agreement is refused.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Nguyen_tac_chong_lam_dung_Hiep_dinh_thue\" >Principles for preventing abuse of tax agreements.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Tieu_chi_xac_dinh_chu_so_huu_thuc_huong\" >Criteria for determining the beneficiary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Thoi_hieu_3_nam_ap_dung_Hiep_dinh_thue\" >The tax agreement is valid for 3 years.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Thong_tu_952026TT-BTC_huong_dan_xac_dinh_co_so_thuong_tru_ra_sao\" >Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC provides guidance on how to determine permanent residence.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Ba_dieu_kien_cau_thanh_co_so_thuong_tru\" >Three conditions that constitute a permanent establishment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Diem_moi_Nen_tang_thuong_mai_dien_tu_nen_tang_so_duoc_coi_la_co_so_thuong_tru\" >New development: E-commerce platforms and digital platforms are considered permanent establishments.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Cac_truong_hop_khong_hinh_thanh_co_so_thuong_tru\" >Cases where permanent residence is not established<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Quy_dinh_ve_thu_nhap_chiu_thue_theo_Hiep_dinh\" >Regulations on taxable income under the Agreement<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Thu_nhap_tu_tien_lai_co_phan_lai_tien_cho_vay_tien_ban_quyen\" >Income from dividends, interest on loans, and royalties.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Thu_nhap_tu_dich_vu_ky_thuat_va_chuyen_nhuong_tai_san\" >Income from technical services and property transfers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Bien_phap_tranh_danh_thue_hai_lan_tai_Viet_Nam\" >Measures to avoid double taxation in Vietnam<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Thu_tuc_thoa_thuan_song_phuong_MAP_theo_Thong_tu_952026TT-BTC\" >The bilateral agreement (MAP) procedure is governed by Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Khi_nao_doanh_nghiep_duoc_de_nghi_ap_dung_MAP\" >When is a business required to implement a MAP?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Quy_trinh_04_buoc_giai_quyet_ho_so_MAP\" >The 4-step process for handling MAP applications.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Cac_truong_hop_bi_tu_choi_ho_so_MAP\" >Cases where MAP applications are rejected.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Co_che_APA_Diem_nhan_quan_trong_voi_doanh_nghiep_co_giao_dich_lien_ket\" >APA mechanism: A key highlight for businesses with related-party transactions.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#APA_don_phuong_song_phuong_da_phuong_khac_nhau_the_nao\" >What are the differences between unilateral, bilateral, and multilateral APAs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Dieu_kien_giao_dich_duoc_de_nghi_ap_dung_APA\" >Terms and conditions for transactions are proposed to apply the APA.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Quy_trinh_04_buoc_xu_ly_ho_so_APA\" >The 4-step process for handling APA applications.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Thoi_han_hieu_luc_va_gia_han_APA\" >APA validity period and renewal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Cac_truong_hop_sua_doi_huy_bo_thu_hoi_APA\" >Cases involving modification, cancellation, or revocation of APA.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Doanh_nghiep_can_chuan_bi_gi_de_tuan_thu_Thong_Tu_952026TT-BTC\" >What preparations do businesses need to make to comply with Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Ra_soat_ho_so_giao_dich_lien_ket_theo_yeu_cau_moi\" >Review related-party transaction records according to new requirements.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Chu_dong_tu_van_chuyen_gia_khi_de_nghi_ap_dung_MAPAPA\" >Proactively seek expert advice when proposing the implementation of MAP\/APA.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Luu_y_ve_nghia_vu_bao_mat_va_cung_cap_thong_tin\" >Note regarding confidentiality and information provision obligations.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Ket_luan\" >Conclude<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/thong-tu-95-2026-tt-btc\/#Thong_tin_lien_he_MAN_%E2%80%93_Master_Accountant_Network\" >Contact information MAN \u2013 Master Accountant Network<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Thong_tu_952026TT-BTC_la_gi_Can_cu_phap_ly_va_pham_vi_dieu_chinh\"><\/span><b>What is Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC? Legal basis and scope of application.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4726\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4726\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4726\" src=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC-huong-dan-toan-dien-ve-Hiep-dinh-thue-MAP-va-APA.jpg\" alt=\"Th\u00f4ng t\u01b0 95\/2026\/TT-BTC h\u01b0\u1edbng d\u1eabn to\u00e0n di\u1ec7n v\u1ec1 Hi\u1ec7p \u0111\u1ecbnh thu\u1ebf, MAP v\u00e0 APA\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC-huong-dan-toan-dien-ve-Hiep-dinh-thue-MAP-va-APA.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC-huong-dan-toan-dien-ve-Hiep-dinh-thue-MAP-va-APA-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC-huong-dan-toan-dien-ve-Hiep-dinh-thue-MAP-va-APA-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC-huong-dan-toan-dien-ve-Hiep-dinh-thue-MAP-va-APA-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC-huong-dan-toan-dien-ve-Hiep-dinh-thue-MAP-va-APA-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4726\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC provides comprehensive guidance on tax agreements, MAPs, and APAs.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Thong_tu_952026TT-BTC_ra_doi_tren_co_so_phap_ly_nao\"><\/span><b>On what legal basis was Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC issued?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC, issued by the Minister of Finance, is based on a rather extensive legal framework, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of this field: <\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/thuvienphapluat.vn\/van-ban\/Thue-Phi-Le-Phi\/Luat-Quan-ly-thue-2025-so-108-2025-QH15-675268.aspx\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Law on Tax Administration No. 108\/2025\/QH15<\/a><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Law on International Treaties No. 108\/2016\/QH13 (amended and supplemented by Law No. 137\/2025\/QH15), <\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/thuvienphapluat.vn\/van-ban\/Thue-Phi-Le-Phi\/Nghi-dinh-252-2026-ND-CP-huong-dan-Luat-Quan-ly-thue-713086.aspx\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Decree No. 252\/2026\/ND-CP<\/a><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Guidelines for the implementation of the Law on Tax Administration, Decree No. 320\/2025\/ND-CP on corporate income tax, Decree No. 255\/2026\/ND-CP on tax management for related-party transactions, and Decree No. 253\/2026\/ND-CP on personal income tax.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The simultaneous reference to multiple decrees shows that Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC is not an independent document, but rather serves to connect the provisions of the tax agreement with the legal framework on related-party transactions already established in Decree 255\/2026\/ND-CP. This is a point that businesses engaging in related-party transactions need to pay particular attention to.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ba_nhom_noi_dung_chinh_ma_Thong_tu_952026TT-BTC_huong_dan\"><\/span><b>Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC provides guidance on three main groups of content.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Article 1, the scope of Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC includes four groups of contents:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Implement and process applications related to Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements and other international tax treaties.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Procedures for bilateral agreements under the Tax Agreement (MAP).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advance Pricing Agreements (APAs) for businesses with related-party transactions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Principles for providing administrative tax support.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As can be seen, Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC has combined three areas of operations that were previously regulated separately: application of tax agreements, resolution of international tax disputes through MAPs, and negotiation of APAs for related-party transactions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Doi_tuong_ap_dung_cua_Thong_tu_952026TT-BTC\"><\/span><b>Scope of application of Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC applies to three groups of entities:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The entities to which the tax agreements, MAPs, and APAs apply;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tax authorities;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And other relevant government agencies, organizations, and individuals.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Notably, the entities proposed for APA application under Article 66 are specifically defined as organizations that manufacture and trade goods and services, pay corporate income tax using the declaration method, and have transactions with related parties.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nguyen_tac_ap_dung_Hiep_dinh_thue_theo_Thong_tu_952026TT-BTC\"><\/span><b>Principles for applying tax agreements as per Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Uu_tien_ap_dung_Hiep_dinh_thue_khi_co_xung_dot_voi_phap_luat_trong_nuoc\"><\/span><b>Priority should be given to applying tax agreements when there is a conflict with domestic law.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the fundamental principles affirmed in Article 4 of Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC is:<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When a tax agreement and domestic tax law have different provisions on the same issue, the provisions of the tax agreement shall prevail.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, this principle comes with an important limitation: tax agreements cannot create new, different, or heavier tax obligations than those under domestic law. In other words, tax agreements can only provide benefits (exemptions, reductions) to taxpayers, but cannot serve as a basis for imposing heavier taxes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nguyen_tac_giai_thich_thuat_ngu_theo_Thong_tu_952026TT-BTC\"><\/span><b>Principles for interpreting terminology according to Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When a term is not defined in the Tax Agreement, Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC provides guidance on its application according to Vietnamese law at the time of application; if the term appears in both tax law and other laws with different meanings, the interpretation according to tax law takes precedence. If neither the Tax Agreement nor Vietnamese law provides a definition, the competent Vietnamese authorities will consult and agree on an interpretation with the Contracting Party; this is the premise for the MAP mechanism presented later.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Xac_dinh_doi_tuong_cu_tru_Nen_tang_de_huong_uu_dai_Hiep_dinh_thue\"><\/span><b>Determining residency status: The foundation for enjoying tax agreement benefits.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC dedicates Article 8 to guiding the determination of residency, a prerequisite for an individual or organization to benefit from the tax agreement. For individuals, residency is determined sequentially according to the following criteria: permanent residence, closer economic-personal relationship, more frequent presence, nationality, and finally, bilateral agreement procedures if residency cannot be determined. For organizations, the criteria include place of establishment, head office, and actual operating headquarters.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><b>Reference: <\/b><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/cach-tinh-chi-phi-lai-vay-nghi-dinh-255\/\">How to calculate interest expense according to Decree 255.<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cac_truong_hop_bi_tu_choi_ap_dung_Hiep_dinh_thue\"><\/span><b>Cases where the application of the tax agreement is refused.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nguyen_tac_chong_lam_dung_Hiep_dinh_thue\"><\/span><b>Principles for preventing abuse of tax agreements.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the content that the team in charge of related-party transactions needs to study most carefully. According to Article 10 of Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC, the Vietnamese tax authorities will refuse to apply a tax agreement if the primary purpose of the contract or agreement is to obtain tax exemptions or reductions, also known as the &quot;Principal Purpose Test&quot; principle, familiar in the framework for combating base erosion (BEPS) that Vietnam has committed to through the multilateral MLI agreement.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tieu_chi_xac_dinh_chu_so_huu_thuc_huong\"><\/span><b>Criteria for determining the beneficiary<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC lists in detail 7 cases in which the person requesting the application of the tax agreement will not be considered the actual owner, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distribution of income from 50% to third-country residents within a 12-month period;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There was no (or virtually no) actual business activity;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The scale of assets and personnel is disproportionate to the income received;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No control over and no risk to income;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being a resident of a country with a tax rate below 10%;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Or they could be agents or intermediary companies set up solely for the purpose of avoiding taxes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The principle that substance prevails over form is applied throughout the tax authority&#039;s review of the file.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Thoi_hieu_3_nam_ap_dung_Hiep_dinh_thue\"><\/span><b>The tax agreement is valid for 3 years.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC clearly stipulates:<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applicants for the tax agreement will be denied if the tax liability has been outstanding for more than three years from the date of submission of the application.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a crucial deadline for businesses to remember so they don&#039;t miss out on the tax exemptions and reductions under the Agreement.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Thong_tu_952026TT-BTC_huong_dan_xac_dinh_co_so_thuong_tru_ra_sao\"><\/span><b>Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC provides guidance on how to determine permanent residence.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4727\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4727\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4727\" src=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC-huong-dan-xac-dinh-co-so-thuong-tru.jpg\" alt=\"Th\u00f4ng t\u01b0 95\/2026\/TT-BTC h\u01b0\u1edbng d\u1eabn x\u00e1c \u0111\u1ecbnh c\u01a1 s\u1edf th\u01b0\u1eddng tr\u00fa\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC-huong-dan-xac-dinh-co-so-thuong-tru.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC-huong-dan-xac-dinh-co-so-thuong-tru-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC-huong-dan-xac-dinh-co-so-thuong-tru-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC-huong-dan-xac-dinh-co-so-thuong-tru-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC-huong-dan-xac-dinh-co-so-thuong-tru-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4727\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC provides guidance on determining permanent establishments.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ba_dieu_kien_cau_thanh_co_so_thuong_tru\"><\/span><b>Three conditions that constitute a permanent establishment<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Determining the establishment of a permanent establishment is crucial in deciding whether a foreign enterprise is required to pay corporate income tax in Vietnam. According to Article 14 of Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC, an enterprise is considered to have a permanent establishment in Vietnam when it simultaneously satisfies three conditions:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintain a physical facility in Vietnam;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That facility is of a fixed nature;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And the business conducts all or part of its business operations through this facility.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diem_moi_Nen_tang_thuong_mai_dien_tu_nen_tang_so_duoc_coi_la_co_so_thuong_tru\"><\/span><b>New development: E-commerce platforms and digital platforms are considered permanent establishments.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the key aspects of Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC, considered a timely update to the digital economy trends, is its affirmation that e-commerce platforms and digital platforms through which foreign businesses provide goods and services in Vietnam are considered to have met the three conditions for permanent establishment. This regulation significantly expands the scope of cross-border technology and digital platform businesses that can be identified as having tax obligations in Vietnam.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, the Circular also provides specific guidance on cases where permanent establishment arises through construction or installation projects (usually linked to time limits according to each Agreement), provision of services exceeding 183 days in 12 months, or through a subsidiary agent authorized to sign contracts on behalf of the foreign enterprise.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cac_truong_hop_khong_hinh_thanh_co_so_thuong_tru\"><\/span><b>Cases where permanent residence is not established<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conversely, Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC also lists preparatory and auxiliary activities such as warehousing, displaying goods, and gathering information, which will not create a permanent establishment. This is an important basis for businesses to structure their operating model in Vietnam appropriately, avoiding unexpected tax obligations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quy_dinh_ve_thu_nhap_chiu_thue_theo_Hiep_dinh\"><\/span><b>Regulations on taxable income under the Agreement<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Thu_nhap_tu_tien_lai_co_phan_lai_tien_cho_vay_tien_ban_quyen\"><\/span><b>Income from dividends, interest on loans, and royalties.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC dedicates several provisions (from Section 6 to Section 9 of Chapter II) to guiding the determination of tax obligations for typical passive income types in cross-border related-party transactions such as dividends, interest on loans, royalties, and technical service fees.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The general principle is that Vietnam has the right to collect taxes on income arising in Vietnam, but the tax rate applied to residents of the Contracting Party shall not exceed the tax rate limit stipulated in each specific tax agreement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>It is worth noting: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For each of these income types, Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC stipulates conditions regarding the &quot;actual beneficiary,&quot; meaning that only when the recipient of the income is the actual owner, lender, or copyright holder will the preferential tax rate apply. This regulation once again demonstrates the spirit of preventing abuse of the tax agreement throughout the entire document.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Thu_nhap_tu_dich_vu_ky_thuat_va_chuyen_nhuong_tai_san\"><\/span><b>Income from technical services and property transfers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regarding technical service fees, Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC clarifies that these are payments for technical, managerial, or consulting services, excluding labor relations. For income from asset transfers, it is noteworthy that the regulation on indirect capital transfers in enterprises where real estate value accounts for the majority (usually above 50% unless otherwise stipulated in the Agreement) of total assets is particularly important for foreign investors undertaking restructuring and M&amp;A when referring to Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bien_phap_tranh_danh_thue_hai_lan_tai_Viet_Nam\"><\/span><b>Measures to avoid double taxation in Vietnam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC provides guidance on three measures that Vietnam can apply to avoid double taxation for Vietnamese residents with income from abroad:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Direct tax deduction;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deduct any tax amount that is eligible for preferential exemption or reduction in the Contracting Party;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And an indirect deduction for corporate income tax paid before dividend distribution.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each measure has its own principles regarding the maximum deduction amount and the timing of tax liability.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><b>Reference:<\/b><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"> <a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/nhung-gioi-han-va-quy-dinh-nghi-dinh-255\/\">Limitations and regulations of Decree 255\/2026\/ND-CP.<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Thu_tuc_thoa_thuan_song_phuong_MAP_theo_Thong_tu_952026TT-BTC\"><\/span><b>The bilateral agreement (MAP) procedure is governed by Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4728\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4728\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4728\" src=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thu-tuc-thoa-thuan-song-phuong-MAP-theo-Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC.jpg\" alt=\"Th\u1ee7 t\u1ee5c th\u1ecfa thu\u1eadn song ph\u01b0\u01a1ng (MAP) theo Th\u00f4ng t\u01b0 95\/2026\/TT-BTC\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thu-tuc-thoa-thuan-song-phuong-MAP-theo-Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thu-tuc-thoa-thuan-song-phuong-MAP-theo-Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thu-tuc-thoa-thuan-song-phuong-MAP-theo-Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thu-tuc-thoa-thuan-song-phuong-MAP-theo-Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Thu-tuc-thoa-thuan-song-phuong-MAP-theo-Thong-tu-95_2026_TT-BTC-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4728\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The bilateral agreement (MAP) procedure is governed by Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Khi_nao_doanh_nghiep_duoc_de_nghi_ap_dung_MAP\"><\/span><b>When is a business required to implement a MAP?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Tax Approval Mechanism (MAP) is a mechanism for taxpayers to request that the competent authorities of Vietnam engage in dialogue with their partner tax authorities to resolve situations of inconsistent taxation under tax agreements, typically double taxation arising from adjustments to related-party transactions. Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC stipulates that the time limit for requesting a MAP is 3 years from the date of the first notification leading to the tax treatment that the taxpayer considers inconsistent with the Agreement.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quy_trinh_04_buoc_giai_quyet_ho_so_MAP\"><\/span><b>The 4-step process for handling MAP applications.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MAP process according to Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC consists of four stages:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 1: Receiving the application;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 2: Review and analyze the documents;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 3: Exchange views, negotiate, and gather feedback from taxpayers;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 4: Finish and execute the MAP.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MAP application dossier, using Form No. 01\/DTA-MAP, must include financial statements, relevant tax returns, transfer pricing documentation (for MAPs related to transfer pricing), and supporting documents, analysis, and arguments from the taxpayer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>One point to note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Taxpayers may not accept only a portion of the draft MAP agreement; the entire content must be accepted in its entirety, unless the parties agree to divide the agreement into several parts due to its complexity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cac_truong_hop_bi_tu_choi_ho_so_MAP\"><\/span><b>Cases where MAP applications are rejected.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC lists six cases in which competent Vietnamese authorities reject MAP requests, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not within our jurisdiction;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the 3-year period (or 2 years depending on the Agreement) has expired;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tax obligations that were previously notified have not been fulfilled;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tax audit is underway, but no official report has been issued yet.;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are grounds for abusing MAP to avoid taxes;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternatively, the tax authorities may determine that the tax obligations are in accordance with the Agreement.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Co_che_APA_Diem_nhan_quan_trong_voi_doanh_nghiep_co_giao_dich_lien_ket\"><\/span><b>APA mechanism: A key highlight for businesses with related-party transactions.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4729\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4729\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4729\" src=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Co-che-APA-diem-nhan-quan-trong-voi-doanh-nghiep-co-giao-dich-lien-ket.jpg\" alt=\"C\u01a1 ch\u1ebf APA \u0111i\u1ec3m nh\u1ea5n quan tr\u1ecdng Th\u00f4ng t\u01b0 95\/2026\/TT-BTC \u0111\u1ed1i v\u1edbi doanh nghi\u1ec7p c\u00f3 giao d\u1ecbch li\u00ean k\u1ebft\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Co-che-APA-diem-nhan-quan-trong-voi-doanh-nghiep-co-giao-dich-lien-ket.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Co-che-APA-diem-nhan-quan-trong-voi-doanh-nghiep-co-giao-dich-lien-ket-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Co-che-APA-diem-nhan-quan-trong-voi-doanh-nghiep-co-giao-dich-lien-ket-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Co-che-APA-diem-nhan-quan-trong-voi-doanh-nghiep-co-giao-dich-lien-ket-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Co-che-APA-diem-nhan-quan-trong-voi-doanh-nghiep-co-giao-dich-lien-ket-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4729\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The APA mechanism is a key highlight of Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC for enterprises with related-party transactions.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"APA_don_phuong_song_phuong_da_phuong_khac_nhau_the_nao\"><\/span><b>What are the differences between unilateral, bilateral, and multilateral APAs?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is perhaps the part of Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC that the related-party transaction community is most interested in. According to Article 68, APAs are classified into three forms:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unilateral APA (signed between the Vietnamese tax authority and the taxpayer),<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bilateral APA (between the Vietnamese tax authority and a partner tax authority)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And multilateral APA (between the Vietnamese tax authority and multiple partner tax authorities).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing the appropriate APA depends on the corporate structure, the number of countries involved in related-party transactions, and the level of transfer pricing risk for the business.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dieu_kien_giao_dich_duoc_de_nghi_ap_dung_APA\"><\/span><b>Terms and conditions for transactions are proposed to apply the APA.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Article 67 of Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC, a transaction proposed for APA application must simultaneously meet four conditions: it must have actually occurred and continue to occur during the APA proposal period; there must be a basis for analysis, comparison, and selection of an independent comparable entity; it must not be subject to tax disputes or claims; and it must be conducted transparently and not for the purpose of tax evasion or avoidance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quy_trinh_04_buoc_xu_ly_ho_so_APA\"><\/span><b>The 4-step process for handling APA applications.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The APA process according to Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC also consists of 4 steps similar to MAP:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 1: Submit the official application (Form No. 01\/APA-DN);<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 2: Review, analyze, and develop a negotiation strategy;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 3: Discuss and negotiate the APA content.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 4: Sign and circulate the APA.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Key points to note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Businesses can request a preliminary consultation meeting before submitting the formal application. While this is not a mandatory procedure, it is encouraged to clarify the scope of the transaction and the pricing methodology before proceeding with the formal process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regarding authority, for bilateral and multilateral APAs, the Tax Department presides over the entire process; in complex cases involving multiple countries, the Tax Department must report to the Ministry of Finance before formally negotiating with the partner tax authority.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Thoi_han_hieu_luc_va_gia_han_APA\"><\/span><b>APA validity period and renewal<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC stipulates that taxpayers may request the application of an APA for a continuous period of up to 5 tax years, while the validity period of a signed APA is a maximum of 3 tax years from the tax period in which the APA was signed. An APA may be extended for no more than 3 years if the scope of transactions, material assumptions, and the standard independent transaction value range do not undergo material changes. The extension application must be submitted at least 6 months before the APA expires.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cac_truong_hop_sua_doi_huy_bo_thu_hoi_APA\"><\/span><b>Cases involving modification, cancellation, or revocation of APA.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC clearly distinguishes three situations:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amend the APA when material assumptions change or changes in legislation have an impact;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An APA may be terminated if the parties fail to comply with the terms, there are material errors in the documentation, or they cannot agree on the amendments.;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Revoking an APA is the most severe measure, applied when a taxpayer intentionally provides false or fraudulent information, with the revocation taking effect from the first day of the APA&#039;s application period.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Doanh_nghiep_can_chuan_bi_gi_de_tuan_thu_Thong_Tu_952026TT-BTC\"><\/span><b>What preparations do businesses need to make to comply with Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ra_soat_ho_so_giao_dich_lien_ket_theo_yeu_cau_moi\"><\/span><b>Review related-party transaction records according to new requirements.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC officially comes into widespread application, businesses should proactively review all existing transfer pricing documentation, comparing it with the conditions regarding beneficial entities, permanent establishments, and anti-abuse criteria of the tax agreement as outlined in this document. In particular, businesses with digital business models need to reassess the risks associated with establishing a permanent establishment in Vietnam.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a business lacks sufficient internal resources to conduct its own review, it can refer to other resources.<\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/dich-vu-lap-ho-so-giao-dich-lien-ket\/\"> related party transaction documentation service<\/a><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> From specialized and experienced units such as MAN \u2013 Master Accountant Network, we ensure that the documentation fully meets the requirements before proposing the application of the Tax Agreement, MAP, or APA according to Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chu_dong_tu_van_chuyen_gia_khi_de_nghi_ap_dung_MAPAPA\"><\/span><b>Proactively seek expert advice when proposing the implementation of MAP\/APA.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MAP and APA processes under Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC require a significant amount of documentation, comparative data analysis, and complex negotiation skills with tax authorities, especially for bilateral and multilateral PAs. Businesses have the right to hire or utilize independent experts or consulting organizations to assist throughout this process, although the ultimate responsibility still rests with the taxpayer.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is also why businesses should partner with us. <\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/dich-vu-tu-van-giao-dich-lien-ket\/\">related party transaction advisory services<\/a><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Professionalism is crucial right from the initial consultation phase, aiming to develop a suitable APA negotiation strategy and minimize the risk of the case being halted midway.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Luu_y_ve_nghia_vu_bao_mat_va_cung_cap_thong_tin\"><\/span><b>Note regarding confidentiality and information provision obligations.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC sets quite strict requirements regarding the obligation to provide complete, timely, truthful, and accurate information to the tax authorities throughout the MAP and APA processing process. Businesses also need to retain complete records and documents related to the agreement throughout its lifecycle, as this serves as the basis for the tax authorities to monitor and supervise compliance annually through APA compliance reports.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ket_luan\"><\/span><b>Conclude<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be said that Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC is the most comprehensive guidance document to date on the application of Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements, closely integrated with the MAP and APA mechanisms for related-party transactions. From the principle of preventing abuse of tax agreements, criteria for determining permanent establishments in the digital economy, to the detailed APA negotiation process, all demonstrate that Vietnam&#039;s international tax management trend is increasingly approaching OECD standards and BEPS commitments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For businesses engaging in cross-border related-party transactions, proactively researching and complying with Circular 95\/2026\/TT-BTC not only helps minimize the risk of tax assessment and double taxation, but also provides an opportunity to build a transparent and sustainable mechanism for determining related-party transaction prices through APA. If your business is considering proposing the application of a tax agreement, implementing a MAP, or negotiating an APA, please <\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/lien-he\/\">Contact the affiliate trading expert team.<\/a><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Contact MAN \u2013 Master Accountant Network for advice on the most suitable application process tailored to your company&#039;s specific needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Thong_tin_lien_he_MAN_%E2%80%93_Master_Accountant_Network\"><\/span><b>Contact information MAN \u2013 Master Accountant Network<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Address:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> No. 19A, Street 43, Tan Thuan Ward, Ho Chi Minh City<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mobile\/Zalo:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 0903 963 163 \u2013 0903 428 622<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>E-mail:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> man@man.net.vn<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Google Business Profile:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/share.google\/EmihzHg354pCASC9k\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">View MAN \u2013 Master Accountant Network&#039;s Google Business Profile<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>LinkedIn Founder:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/tuy%C3%AAn-l%C3%AA-ho%C3%A0ng-65292aa0\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">View expert Le Hoang Tuyen&#039;s LinkedIn profile.<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Responsible for production and professional content review by: Mr. <\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/man.net.vn\/le-hoang-tuyen\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Le Hoang Tuyen \u2013 Founder &amp; CEO of MAN \u2013 Master Accountant Network<\/a><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. He is a CPA Vietnam auditor with over 30 years of in-depth experience in accounting, auditing, taxation, and corporate legal consulting.<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ng\u00e0y 01\/7\/2026, B\u1ed9 T\u00e0i ch\u00ednh ch\u00ednh th\u1ee9c ban h\u00e0nh Th\u00f4ng t\u01b0 95\/2026\/TT-BTC, v\u0103n b\u1ea3n h\u01b0\u1edbng d\u1eabn th\u1ef1c hi\u1ec7n c\u00e1c Hi\u1ec7p \u0111\u1ecbnh tr\u00e1nh \u0111\u00e1nh thu\u1ebf hai l\u1ea7n, th\u1ee7 t\u1ee5c th\u1ecfa thu\u1eadn song ph\u01b0\u01a1ng (MAP) v\u00e0 c\u01a1 ch\u1ebf th\u1ecfa thu\u1eadn tr\u01b0\u1edbc v\u1ec1 ph\u01b0\u01a1ng ph\u00e1p x\u00e1c \u0111\u1ecbnh gi\u00e1 t\u00ednh thu\u1ebf (APA). \u0110\u00e2y l\u00e0 v\u0103n b\u1ea3n \u0111\u01b0\u1ee3c c\u1ed9ng \u0111\u1ed3ng [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":4726,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4725","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4725","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4725"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4725\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4731,"href":"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4725\/revisions\/4731"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4726"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4725"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4725"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/giaodichlienket.man.net.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4725"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}