Update on the List of Regional Tax Departments Nationwide – Important Changes to Know

1. Introduction to the Changes in the Regional Tax Department System

To enhance tax management efficiency and optimize operational structures, the regional tax department system nationwide has been updated with significant adjustments. The restructuring of tax departments by region aims to improve tax administration, facilitating businesses and citizens in fulfilling their tax obligations.

These changes primarily focus on merging and adjusting the jurisdiction of certain tax departments to better align with actual conditions.

2. Latest List of Regional Tax Departments

2.1. Northeast Region

• Department 1: Manages tax affairs in Quang Ninh, Hai Phong, Hai Duong
• Department 2: Manages tax affairs in Lang Son, Cao Bang, Bac Kan
• Department 3: Manages tax affairs in Thai Nguyen, Bac Giang, Bac Ninh

2.2. Northwest Region

• Department 4: Manages tax affairs in Hoa Binh, Son La, Dien Bien
• Department 5: Manages tax affairs in Lao Cai, Yen Bai, Lai Chau
• Department 6: Manages tax affairs in Phu Tho, Ha Giang, Tuyen Quang

2.3. Red River Delta Region

• Department 7: Manages tax affairs in Nam Dinh, Thai Binh, Ninh Binh, Hung Yen
• Department 8: Manages tax affairs in Hanoi, Ha Nam, Vinh Phuc

2.4. North Central Region

• Department 9: Manages tax affairs in Thanh Hoa, Nghe An
• Department 10: Manages tax affairs in Ha Tinh, Quang Binh, Quang Tri

2.5. South Central Region

• Department 11: Manages tax affairs in Thua Thien Hue, Da Nang, Quang Nam
• Department 12: Manages tax affairs in Quang Ngai, Binh Dinh, Phu Yen
• Department 13: Manages tax affairs in Khanh Hoa, Ninh Thuan, Binh Thuan

2.6. Central Highlands Region

• Department 14: Manages tax affairs in Gia Lai, Kon Tum
• Department 15: Manages tax affairs in Dak Lak, Dak Nong, Lam Dong

2.7. Southeast Region (Latest Adjustments)

• Department 16: Manages tax affairs in Binh Duong, Binh Phuoc, Tay Ninh, Dong Nai
• Department 17: Manages tax affairs in Ho Chi Minh City, Ba Ria - Vung Tau

2.8. Mekong Delta Region

• Department 18: Manages tax affairs in Can Tho, Hau Giang, Soc Trang, Vinh Long
• Department 19: Manages tax affairs in Dong Thap, An Giang, Kien Giang
• Department 20: Manages tax affairs in Ben Tre, Tra Vinh, Long An, Tien Giang

3. Key Changes in the Tax Department System

🔹 Merging and Adjusting Jurisdictions: Some tax departments have expanded their management scope to optimize resources and improve efficiency. Notably, the Southeast Region saw significant adjustments, with Binh Duong, Binh Phuoc, Tay Ninh, and Dong Nai merging under Department 16, while Ho Chi Minh City and Ba Ria - Vung Tau are now managed under Department 17.

🔹 Enhancing Tax Administration Efficiency: These adjustments help streamline administrative procedures, reducing overlaps and improving tax oversight.

🔹 Supporting Businesses and Citizens: The restructuring of regional tax departments simplifies administrative procedures, shortens tax processing times, and facilitates easier tax declaration and settlement for businesses.

4. What Should Businesses Do in Response to These Changes?

With the adjustments in the tax department system, businesses should take note of the following:

✅ Update tax department information to ensure correct jurisdiction for tax filings.
✅ Contact the tax authorities to clarify changes related to tax submission, declaration, and settlement, preventing errors in tax compliance.
✅ Verify information on the electronic tax system to ensure tax filings are submitted to the correct department.

5. Conclusion

The updated list of regional tax departments marks an important step in improving tax administration efficiency and providing better support for businesses. Companies should stay informed about these changes to proactively manage tax declarations and compliance obligations.