Why Businesses Are Choosing IT Outsourcing in Vietnam

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IT outsourcing in Vietnam is a growing sector. Global companies choose Vietnam for its skilled workers, low costs, and strong tech industry. The country is now a major hub for software development and business process outsourcing (BPO). With high literacy, improving English skills, and government support, Vietnam is becoming a top competitor to India and China in the outsourcing market.

Vietnam as an Economy

Since 1975, Vietnam has grown fast with strong government support and foreign investment. Today, it is a thriving country with a rich culture and a booming economy.

In 2022, Vietnam’s ICT service exports made up 9.7% of its USD 408.8 billion GDP, bringing in USD 39.5 billion. The country’s GDP per capita is USD 4,320, and its unemployment rate is just 1.9%, lower than China (4.9%) and India (7.3%).

Vietnam’s economy at a glance

	Gross Domestic Product
Annual GDP		USD 430 Billion (2023)
GDP Per Capita		USD 4,282 (2023)
Income Category		Lower-middle Income (2025)
	People
Population		101.5 Million (2025)
Literacy Rate		96% (2022)
EF English Proficiency Index		Low Proficiency (2024)
	IT Sector
IT Services Market Size		USD 2.2 Billion (2025)
IT Outsourcing Market Size		USD 793 Million (2025)
Registered Software Companies		74,000+ (2025)
	Business Environment
Ease of Doing Business		Score: 70/100 \| Rank: 70 (2020)
Political Stability Indicator		Percentile Rank: 45 (2023)
Corruption Perceptions Index		Score: 41/100 \| Rank: 83/180 (2023)

Top Software Development and IT Employers in Vietnam

We have sorted a list of top companies that employ the highest number of IT professionals in Vietnam. We have analyzed publicly available information on IT companies and sorted a list of the top firms based on employee count in Vietnam. While our emphasis was on employee quantity, it’s worth recognizing that certain companies, although esteemed for their quality in the market, may not appear on or rank highly in the list due to their smaller employee size.

Vietnam Software & IT Services (VINASA)

Established in April 2002, Vietnam Software & IT Services (VINASA) is on a mission to foster collaboration and support among its members, with a dual goal of advancing the country’s software industry and safeguarding the interests of its associates. Today, VINASA boasts an impressive roster of over 500 members, primarily comprising top-tier software companies operating throughout Vietnam. These software companies employ a remarkable 65% of the nation’s professional programmers and contribute to a substantial 75% of the total software development in Vietnam.

Notably, VINASA has made significant strides on the global stage, achieving full membership status within prominent international and regional IT organizations, such as the World IT and Services Alliance (WITSA) and the Asian-Oceanian Computing Industry Organization (ASOCIO). This underscores their commitment to connecting Vietnam’s tech industry with the wider world.

Reputed Institutions in Vietnam Renowned for Top ICT Graduates

In 2021, Vietnam saw about 55,000 students graduating in information technology. About 16,500 of those graduates met the employer standards, which is a significant achievement because it shows these graduates were well-prepared and qualified for the jobs they pursued⁶. As of 2020, Vietnam had 242 universities, with 176 being public and 66 private ⁷. The following is a list of reputed universities and institutions in Vietnam that produced the top IT & engineering graduates to work at the top software companies in Vietnam and beyond.

Conclusion

IT outsourcing in Vietnam is shaping the country’s future. The tech industry is expanding, creating more jobs and opportunities. Vietnam’s focus on education and innovation is driving its success. Global companies see its potential and continue to invest. With strong government support, the country is set to grow even more. Vietnam is not just an outsourcing destination, it is becoming a global tech hub.

If you’re looking to outsource in Vietnam and tap into its thriving IT sector, let us help you connect with the best companies through Enosis Outsourcing. Contact us today to learn more and explore the opportunities Vietnam has to offer!