Legal and strategic considerations for acquiring schools in Vietnam
Vietnam’s private education sector is experiencing rapid growth, underpinned by favourable demographics and a strong national commitment to educational advancement. Foreign investors are increasingly targeting this market, with M&A transactions emerging as the preferred entry strategy. Acquiring established schools enables investors to access operational expertise and market share, while mitigating the risks associated with greenfield investments.
This Insight provides a practical overview of the Vietnam’s regulatory framework governing foreign investment in the education sector, outlines common transaction structures and highlights key legal and operational considerations for successful M&A execution.