For individuals or small household businesses, registering a household business is a crucial legal step for operating legally, declaring taxes correctly, and avoiding future risks.

In reality, the household business registration procedure is not complicated, with fast processing times and low costs. However, many people still feel confused because they are unclear about the submission methods, required documents, and procedures.

The following article will help you master the process.

Current Forms of Household Business Registration

Individuals registering a household business can choose one of the following three forms:

Direct Registration

  • Submit the application directly at the Commune-level Business Registration Office
  • Processing time: Within 03 working days from the date of receiving the application
  • Fee: Determined by the Provincial People's Council

Online Registration

  • Perform on the Household Business Registration Information System
  • Processing time: 03 working days from the date of receiving a complete and valid application
  • Pay the fee through the online payment service on the National Public Service Portal

Registration via Postal Service

  • Send the application by mail
  • Processing time: 03 working days from the date the agency receives the application

Important Note: The household business registration fee is non-refundable if the application is not approved.

Required Documents for Household Business Registration

Basic Documents

  • Application for Household Business Registration (according to the prescribed form: Mus1-Pl2.doc)
  • Copy of the registrant's personal identification document (valid ID card or Citizen ID card)

Cases where a household business is registered by multiple family members

  • Copy of the power of attorney from family members to one person to be the business owner
  • This document must be notarized or authenticated

Cases of authorized registration procedures

Authorization to an individual

  • Power of attorney (not required to be notarized or authenticated)

Authorization to a service organization

  • Copy of the service contract
  • Letter of introduction for the individual directly handling the procedure

Authorization via postal service

  • Copy of the submission slip according to the postal unit's form
  • With the signature of the business owner and the postal staff

Procedure for Household Business Registration

Direct or Postal Registration

  1. Submit the application at the Commune-level Business Registration Office where the headquarters is located
  2. Receive the application receipt and appointment for result
  3. Within 03 working days:
    • If the application is valid: issue the Household Business Registration Certificate and send information to the tax authority
    • If the application is not valid: issue a written notice, clearly stating the reasons and requesting supplementary documents

Online Registration via Electronic Information Network

  1. Log in to the household business registration information system using an electronic identity account
  2. Fill in information, upload electronic documents, digitally sign, and pay the fee
  3. Receive the electronic application receipt
  4. The business registration agency processes and responds with the results through the system

Conditions for Granting a Household Business Registration Certificate

A household business will be granted registration if it meets all the following conditions:

  • Legal business lines: Not included in the list of prohibited investment business lines
  • Household business name: Named in accordance with regulations
  • Valid application: Complete, accurate, and in the correct form
  • Fee: Fully paid according to regulations

For online applications, in addition to the above conditions, it must also:

  • Have complete electronic documents corresponding to the paper application
  • The declared information must match between the application and the system
  • The application must be authenticated with a valid digital signature

Read more: In 2026, Will Household Businesses Declare Taxes Monthly or Quarterly?

Conclusion

Registering a household business is a mandatory first step if you want to operate legally and transparently, and facilitate future tax declarations.

The procedure has now been simplified, with fast processing times, and can be done in person, online, or via postal service. The most important thing is to prepare the correct documents and understand the process to avoid repeated trips and corrections.

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