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Who May Submit a Cooperative Establishment Dossier?

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Quick answer: The person filing the dossier to establish a cooperative or cooperative union is the lawful representative of the cooperative or cooperative union to be established. Where another individual is authorized to carry out the procedures, a written authorization is required (Clause 4, Article 4 of Decree 168/2025/ND-CP on enterprise registration).

Who May File the Dossier to Establish a Cooperative?

The lawful representative of the cooperative or cooperative union to be established files the registration dossier directly. Where another organization or individual is authorized to file, a written authorization is required.

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What Does a Cooperative Establishment Dossier Include?

Under the Law on Cooperatives 2023 (No. 17/2023/QH15) and Decree 113/2024/ND-CP detailing it, the dossier for registering a cooperative includes:

  • Application for cooperative registration;
  • Cooperative charter;
  • Production and business plan;
  • List of members and member cooperatives; list of the board of directors, director (general director), board of supervisors or supervisors;
  • Resolution of the founding conference of the cooperative.

Where to Register a Cooperative?

The cooperative registration dossier is filed with the provincial business registration authority (the Business Registration Division under the Department of Finance) where the cooperative locates its head office, under the current two-tier local government model.

Applicable Legal Basis

  • Law on Cooperatives 2023 (17/2023/QH15).
  • Decree 113/2024/ND-CP detailing certain articles of the Law on Cooperatives (effective 01/11/2024, repealing Decree 193/2013).
  • Decree 168/2025/ND-CP: Article 4 (filers, authorization).

Notes on Applying Current Legal Regulations

This article falls under Corporate & M&A Knowledge and is presented for reference, helping readers understand the legal issue at an overview level before preparing dossiers or carrying out transactions.

Legal regulations may change over time and vary by locality, dossier type and specific circumstances. To determine the exact legal basis applicable to your case, please contact an ANT Legal lawyer at 0966.475.966 for verification and advice before proceeding.

Common Risks to Note

  • Applying a legal document that has been amended, supplemented or replaced.
  • Preparing incomplete dossiers, documents or evidence.
  • Misunderstanding the conditions, procedures, time limits or competent authority.
  • Signing, filing dossiers or transacting without fully assessing legal risks.

How Can ANT Legal Help?

ANT Legal assists in reviewing specific situations, checking dossiers, determining the applicable legal basis, advising on handling options, and representing clients before individuals, organizations or competent authorities when needed.

For prompt consultation, please contact our lawyers at 0966.475.966.

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