Decree No. 14/2013/L-CTN Announcing the Labour Law

Decree No. 14/2013/L-CTN of the President announcing the Labour Law, which was passed by the National Assembly on November 16, 2013. This Law stipulates the rights and obligations of workers and enterprises in seeking and using labour.

Document No.14/2013/L-CTN
Document typeOrder
Issuing authorityOffice of the President
Signed byTrương Tấn Sang — Chủ tịch nước
Updated25/06/2026
FieldUncategorized
Issued date29/11/2013
Effective date29/11/2013
Expiry date
StatusIn effect
✦ Smart summary

Decree No. 14/2013/L-CTN of the President announcing the Labour Law, which was passed by the National Assembly on November 16, 2013. This Law stipulates the rights and obligations of workers and enterprises in seeking and using labour.

Key points

  • Workers → have the right to enter into employment contracts, and their rights are protected according to the provisions of the Labour Law
  • Enterprises → must comply with regulations on recruitment and use of labour, ensuring a safe and healthy working environment

🌐 Social impact of this document

  • Positive impact: Creating job opportunities for citizens, improving the quality of labour through training and skill development regulations
  • Negative impact: May impose financial pressure on enterprises when they must comply with social insurance and workplace safety regulations

❓ Frequently asked questions

How do workers have the right to enter into employment contracts?

Workers have the right to enter into employment contracts in accordance with the Labour Law, specifically adhering to terms regarding duration, job content, and salary

What obligations must enterprises fulfill when recruiting labour?

Enterprises must fulfill obligations such as: Complying with recruitment regulations, ensuring a safe and healthy working environment, and entering into employment contracts in accordance with the Labour Law

What does the Labour Law stipulate about protecting workers' rights?

The Labour Law stipulates rights such as: Ensuring safety and health in work; enjoying social insurance benefits; entering into employment contracts in accordance with the regulations

Will enterprises be penalized for violating the Labour Law?

Yes, enterprises will be subject to administrative penalties if they violate the provisions of the Labour Law, specifically Article 103 and Article 106 of the Constitution

When did the Labour Law come into effect?

The Labour Law came into effect from the date it was passed by the National Assembly, specifically November 16, 2013.

Full text

               

PRESIDENT OF THE STATE

 _____________   

SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM

Independence - Freedom - Happiness

 _____________

NUMBER: 14/2013/L-CTN Hanoi, November 29, 2013

ORDER

Regarding the promulgation of the Law

CHAIRMAN
SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM

BASED ON Article 103 and Article 106 of the Constitution of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in 1992, as amended and supplemented by Resolution No. 51/2001/QH10 dated December 25, 2001 of the Tenth National Assembly, Sixth Session;

Pursuant to Article 91 of the Law on the Organization of the National Assembly;

Pursuant to Article 57 of the Law on the Issuance of Legal Normative Documents,

NOW PROMULGATE

LABOR LAW

WAS APPROVED by the Thirteenth National Assembly of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam at its Sixth Session on November 16, 2013./.

CHAIRMAN

SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM

Truong Tan Sang

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