LAND

Land Law 2024 (No. 31/2024/QH15)

The Land Law 2024 (No. 31/2024/QH15), enacted by the National Assembly of Vietnam, introduces significant reforms to land management and usage. This article provides an in-depth overview of its key contents, scope, principles, and notable updates.

1. Basic Information

Title: Land Law 2024

Law No.: 31/2024/QH15

Date of Enactment: January 18, 2024

Effective Date: August 1, 2024

Status: Currently in force

Replaces: Land Law 2013 (No. 45/2013/QH13)

2. Scope of Regulation

The Land Law 2024 regulates:​

The regime of land ownership.

The authority and responsibilities of the State as the representative of the entire people’s ownership of land.

The regime of land management and usage.

The rights and obligations of citizens and land users concerning land within the territory of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.

3. Fundamental Principles

Key principles outlined in the Law include:​

Land belongs to the entire people, with the State acting as the representative owner.

The State uniformly manages land nationwide.

Ensuring transparency and public participation in land management.

Protecting the legal rights and interests of land users.​

4. Notable Updates and Provisions

4.1. Abolition of Land Price Framework

The Law abolishes the previous land price framework, allowing for the establishment of land price lists that reflect market values.

4.2. Expansion of Agricultural Land Transfer Rights

Individuals not directly engaged in agricultural production are now permitted to receive transfers of paddy land, subject to certain conditions.

4.3. Stable Land Lease Payments

Annual land lease payments are stabilized for a five-year cycle, providing predictability for land users. ​

4.4. Enhanced Compensation Mechanisms

The Law introduces improved compensation, support, and resettlement policies for individuals and organizations affected by land recovery.

4.5. Digital Transformation in Land Administration

The Law emphasizes the development and integration of a national land information system, promoting digital transformation in land administration.