Abstract

Foreign workers can generally be understood as citizens of one country who work in another country and are subject to the labor laws of the host country. In international legal instruments, foreign workers may also be referred to as “migrant workers” or “immigrant workers.” Employment relationships involving foreign workers are closely associated with the general concept of employment relationships, which refers to the legal relationship between an employee and an employer. The establishment of an employment relationship is a fundamental stage that determines its legality and stability, particularly in the context of the growing global movement of workers across national borders, which contributes to the economic development of host countries. This article analyzes the current legal provisions of selected countries governing the establishment of employment relationships for foreign workers. Drawing on these comparative experiences, it identifies relevant lessons that provide a basis for further examining and assessing the current legal framework and proposing recommendations for improving Vietnamese law governing the employment relationships of foreign workers in Vietnam.

Keywords: Employment relationship, establishment process, foreign workers.