Recognition of Arbitral Award in Commercial Arbitration in Vietnam

What is the Recognition of an Arbitration Award?

The recognition of an arbitration award is the process by which a court or competent authority of a country reviews and accepts an award rendered by an arbitral tribunal (or arbitration institution). This ensures that the award can be enforced within the territory of that country. An arbitration award may be recognized by a court to have the same legal effect as a court judgment

Legal Advice on Recognizing Arbitration Awards in Vietnam

With in-depth expertise in arbitration law and international regulations such as the 1958 New York Convention, the lawyers at LHB Law Firm ensure that arbitration awards, whether issued domestically or internationally, are recognized and enforced in the relevant jurisdiction. In advising on the recognition of arbitration awards in Vietnam, we provide assistance in the following areas:

• Explaining the provisions of the 2010 Commercial Arbitration Law and related legal documents on the recognition and enforcement of arbitration awards in Vietnam.
• Assessing the conditions under which an arbitration award can be recognized and enforced in Vietnam, including the legality of the arbitration agreement and whether the award complies with public policy.
• Assisting in the preparation of necessary documents, such as certified copies of the arbitration award, arbitration agreement, and other relevant evidence.
• Guiding the preparation and submission of applications to request the recognition of arbitration awards to the competent People’s Court in Vietnam.
• Assisting with foreign arbitration awards, including the application of provisions under the 1958 New York Convention, to ensure their recognition and enforcement in Vietnam.

Contact for Arbitration Award Recognition in Vietnam: +84.969.088.118 (Zalo).

Procedures for Recognition of Arbitration Awards in Vietnam

Conditions for Recognition:

• Domestic Arbitration Awards: The award must be issued by a legally established arbitration center in Vietnam, based on a valid arbitration agreement between the parties.
• Foreign Arbitration Awards: The award must be issued by arbitration in a country that is a member of the 1958 New York Convention and must not violate Vietnam’s public policy

Required Documentation for Recognition:

Applicants seeking recognition and enforcement of an arbitration award must prepare the following:

• An application for recognition and enforcement of the arbitration award (as per the prescribed form).
• A certified copy of the arbitration award (with a notarized Vietnamese translation for foreign awards).
• A copy of the arbitration agreement between the parties.
• Other relevant documents or evidence to support the recognition request.
• For foreign arbitration awards, a certificate of legality from the issuing country’s competent authority may be required.

Steps for Recognizing Foreign Arbitration Awards Under Vietnam’s Civil Procedure Code:

Step 1: Submit the Application

The applicant must file a request in accordance with Article 425 of the Civil Procedure Code. The form and content of the application must comply with Article 452 of the Civil Procedure Code.

Step 2: Application Processing

The competent court will process the application. Within 3 working days from receiving the application, the Chief Justice will assign a judge to handle the request.

Step 3: File Acceptance

Within 5 working days of receiving the dossier transferred by the Ministry of Justice, the competent court will review, accept, and notify the parties involved, including the party obligated to enforce the award, their legal representatives in Vietnam, the People’s Procuracy, and the Ministry of Justice.

Step 4: Preparation for Reviewing the Application

The court must prepare to review the application within 2 months of acceptance. During this period, the court may request clarification from the party seeking enforcement. If needed, this preparation period can be extended by up to 2 months.

Step 5: Conducting the Review Session

The application is reviewed in a hearing conducted by a panel of three judges, with one acting as the chair. The panel cannot re-examine the merits of the dispute already decided by the foreign arbitration.

Step 6: Issuance of Decision

After considering the application, documents, and arguments presented during the hearing, the panel will decide by majority vote. A decision will be issued to either recognize or refuse recognition of the foreign arbitration award.

If you require assistance with the procedure for recognizing an arbitration award, please contact us : LHB Law Firm at Hotline: +84.969.088.118 (Zalo).

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Legal Service Fees in Vietnam.

Service Types	Service Fee (VND)	Notes
Initial Legal Consultation	3.000.000 – 10.000.000	Consultation on the process of recognition of the judgment.
Drafting Request Form	5.000.000 – 15.000.000	Preparation of necessary documents and materials..
Submitting the Recognition Request	10.000.000 – 20.000.000	Representation for submitting the request to the competent court.
Representation at Court Hearing (if there is a dispute)	20.000.000 – 50.000.000	Fee for each hearing.
Handling Objections from the Respondent	15.000.000 – 30.000.000	After the judgment is recognized.

*Notes:

• The fees may vary based on the scale, complexity of the case, and geographical location.
• The above fees do not include additional costs such as travel expenses, document copying fees, administrative fees at the court, etc.

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