Where are Samsung’s Factories in Vietnam?

Samsung, present in Vietnam for over 30 years, is now one of the key investors driving the country's manufacturing sector and economic development. Here’s where their factories are and why they’re there.

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By the end of 2025, Samsung Vietnam recorded revenue of US$64.9 billion and export turnover of US$57.1 billion. The group’s cumulative investment in the country reached US$24 billion over the same period. Meanwhile, four major Vietnam-based subsidiaries of Samsung Electronics reported combined net profits of US$3.68 billion in 2025, up 12.2 percent year-on-year.

These figures represent only part of Samsung’s broader strategic investment in Vietnam over more than three decades. As of 2025, the group operates six manufacturing facilities, one research and development (R&D) center, and one sales entity across four key locations: Bac Ninh, Thai Nguyen, Hanoi, and Ho Chi Minh City.

This sustained commitment underscores Vietnam’s deep integration into Samsung’s global supply chain, as well as the country’s growing strategic importance to the South Korean electronics giant.

Samsung factories in Vietnam: Where are they?

The latest version of the Samsung Supplier List, representing about 80 percent of Samsung’s disclosed suppliers by transaction value, showcases a highly concentrated manufacturing ecosystem dominated by North-led operations, aligning with the company’s long-standing production strategy in Vietnam.

Bac Ninh clearly anchors the network, accounting for 12 facilities in the sample. Given the partial coverage, the actual concentration is likely even more pronounced, reinforcing the province’s position as the core supplier base supported by integrated industrial parks and proximity to major Samsung complexes.

A second tier of locations is visible in Phu Tho with six facilities, alongside smaller clusters in Thai Nguyen and Hanoi. This suggests an ongoing intra-regional expansion within the northern corridor, as suppliers balance cost considerations with the need to remain closely linked to primary assembly operations.

Meanwhile, the southern presence remains marginal, with only three facilities recorded in Ho Chi Minh City and Dong Nai. Even accounting for the remaining 20 percent of suppliers not captured in the table, the data indicates that the South continues to play a supplementary role in Samsung’s supply chain.

See also: Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker: As of April 2026

Why does Samsung manufacture in northern Vietnam?

Proximity to China

For electronics manufacturers like Samsung, Vietnam is an attractive alternative to China. Vietnam’s north offers a number of advantages that few other locations can match. Chief among them is its proximity to China, which enables manufacturers to more seamlessly integrate the region into their existing supply chains.

See also: China-Vietnam Trade Relationship: Key Trade Routes and Growth Drivers

Port system

Hai Phong, around 100 kilometers to the east of Hanoi, has the largest deep-sea port in Northern Vietnam. There are also plans to expand this port even further to accommodate vessels of 100,000 deadweight tonnage.

Furthermore, the port is also linked to the surrounding provinces by both road and rail. This has allowed Samsung to develop suppliers in other parts of northern Vietnam.

See also: Port Infrastructure in Vietnam 3 Regional Hubs for Importers and Exporters

Skilled labor

Vietnam also has an abundance of low-cost, yet relatively high-skilled labor. Northern Vietnam, in particular, has been an electronics manufacturing hub for years, enabling workers to develop skills.

Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital, is also located in the north and is Vietnam’s second biggest population center. With the full gamut of amenities of any metropolis in the world, workers can enjoy a high quality of life within its borders while also commuting to factories beyond the city’s borders – many companies bus their staff into and out of Hanoi.

See also: Vietnam's Labor Market in 2026: Hiring Hotspots and Talent Shifts

Future outlook: Deepening localization and moving up the value chain

Samsung’s next phase in Vietnam points to a transition from a manufacturing base to a more integrated, innovation-driven ecosystem, underpinned by localization, talent development, and higher-value investment.

Taken together, these developments suggest that Samsung is moving toward a more embedded and resilient presence in Vietnam, characterized by deeper supplier integration, upgraded technological capabilities, and a stronger local talent pipeline. For Vietnam, this evolution reinforces its position not just as a production hub, but as an increasingly important node in Samsung’s global innovation and semiconductor strategy.

Increasing integration of Vietnam into Samsung’s supply chain

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On the production side, Vietnam’s role in Samsung’s global supply chain is set to deepen further, with greater localization in flagship products such as the Samsung Galaxy S26 – widely seen as carrying a stronger “Made in Vietnam” imprint. This reflects not only expanded supplier participation but also improved domestic manufacturing capabilities and quality standards.

At the same time, Samsung is shifting up the value chain, with reports indicating plans to invest in semiconductor packaging and testing facilities in Vietnam. Media reports indicate that on April 14, Samsung Electro-Mechanics was considering a plan to invest approximately US$1.2 billion in its Vietnam subsidiary to boost production of Flip Chip Ball Grid Array (FC-BGA), a high-value substrate.

Such a move would mark a strategic upgrade from assembly into back-end semiconductor manufacturing, aligning with Vietnam’s ambition to enter higher-value segments of the electronics industry.

Strategic human investment for future expansions

Human capital development is also becoming a central pillar. Through initiatives such as the Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) 2026 program, which aims to train 2,200 students in advanced technologies, the company is actively building a future-ready digital workforce to support its long-term operations and R&D expansion.

Institutionally, Samsung is signaling greater localization in its management. The appointment of its first Vietnamese senior executive marks a shift toward integrating local leadership, which could enhance operational responsiveness and strengthen engagement with domestic stakeholders.

See also: Where are Apple Products Made in Vietnam?

List of Samsung suppliers in Vietnam

This article was first published February 8, 2023, and was last updated April 15, 2026.

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