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April 9, 2026 | BUSINESS WIREEstimated reading time: 2 minutes
Seoul Semiconductor Co., Ltd., a leading global opto-semiconductor company, announced that it has officially been granted the “High-Tech Enterprise” certification in Vietnam. This certification marks formal recognition of the company’s technological capabilities, including ownership of 15,000 independent patents, as well as its competitive position in the optoelectronics industry. This milestone underscores the growing presence of global technology corporations in Vietnam and reflects the country’s increasingly attractive investment environment for high-tech industries.
Seoul Semiconductor’s manufacturing entity in Vietnam (VINA) has been developed with a cumulative investment of approximately USD 800 million. The company currently employs around 3,000 workers, including nearly 700 personnel engaged in research and development. The VINA facility operates as an integrated manufacturing base, covering the full spectrum of optoelectronic semiconductor products, from ultraviolet (UV), RGB, and infrared (IR) to laser diodes, with a production capacity exceeding 4 billion units per month.
Over the past 30 years, Seoul Semiconductor has consistently invested approximately 10% of its annual revenue in research and development. The company has established a fully independent production system, mastering the entire process from chip manufacturing (Chip) to packaging (PKG) and modules (Module). In addition, it operates manufacturing facilities in South Korea, Vietnam, the United States, and China, establishing a stable and flexible global supply chain.
The High-Tech Enterprise certification is implemented under Vietnam’s Law on High Technology (2008) and is granted by the Ministry of Science and ICT to promote advanced technology sectors, drive economic growth, and enhance national competitiveness. To obtain this certification, enterprises must meet stringent criteria regarding technology, the proportion of revenue derived from high-tech products, and the level of investment in research and development.
Seoul Semiconductor stated that this certification reflects official recognition by Vietnamese authorities of the company’s technological capabilities and intellectual property system. Going forward, the company will continue to position Vietnam as a key manufacturing hub, further advancing technological innovation and expanding its presence in the optoelectronics semiconductor market.
With this certification, Seoul Semiconductor will be entitled to preferential policies on taxation, land rental, and administrative support in accordance with applicable regulations. To date, several Korean enterprises have also been recognized as high-tech enterprises in Vietnam, including Samsung Electronics, Samsung Display, LG Electronics, and LG Display.
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