Changing VND to USD and transfering money to account in a foreign bank

Client: Dear Lawyers:
 
I have one question and hope to get your advice.
 
By Vietnamese regulation, In what situation, a Vietnamese can change his or her VND to USD and transfer the money to an account in an US bank?   
 
Lawyer:  Under Vietnam Law, under following circumstances, a Vietnamese can change his or her VND into foreign currency and transfer money to account in a foreign bank:
 
- Making payment for import of goods from foreign countries into Vietnam;
 
- For conducting individual transactions made in foreign countries including tourist, purchasing goods, study or financing members of family.
 
- Making payment of offshore loan.
 
- For investment in foreign country.
 
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