Affiliations:
1Faculty of Business Administration, University of Labour and Social Affairs, Hanoi, Vietnam
2Faculty of Economic Information Systems and E-Commerce, Thuongmai University, Hanoi, Vietnam
3Faculty of Banking and Finance, Thuongmai University, Hanoi, Vietnam
4Faculty of Taxation and Customs, Academy of Finance, Hanoi, Vietnam
5Faculty of Economics and Finance, Vietnam Women's Academy, Hanoi, Vietnam
Migrant workers play an important role in the socio-economic development of both their places of origin and destination. However, they often face significant challenges in accessing social security policies. This study investigates the accessibility of social security policies for migrant workers in Hanoi, Vietnam, focusing on those employed in both formal and informal sectors. A qualitative research method was used, including document analysis and in-depth interviews. The findings reveal notable differences between the two groups: migrant workers in the formal sector have better access to labor market policies, insurance, education, and social services, while those in the informal sector face many more obstacles. The study provides new data on migrant workers’ access to social security and offers practical insights that may help shape future policies on migrant labor management and national social protection systems.
Migrant workers, Social security, Formal sector, Informal sector, Policy access
https://doi.org/10.21833/ijaas.2025.08.020
Tram, N. T. A., Chi, T. T., Dung, V. X., Ha, P. T. T., & Ha, V. T. (2025). Access to social security policies for migrant workers: A case study in Hanoi, Vietnam. International Journal of Advanced and Applied Sciences, 12(8), 214–222. https://doi.org/10.21833/ijaas.2025.08.020