Vietnam’s imports from France fell 5.92 percent month-on-month to US$167.99 million in September 2025, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
For the year-to-date period, total imports reached US$1.53 billion.
Pharmaceutical products were Vietnam’s largest import from France at US$51.99 million, up 5.84 percent from August.
Machinery, equipment, tools, and instruments rose 21.65 percent to US$18.24 million.
Computers and electrical components surged 90.42 percent to US$9.81 million.
Imports of essential oils and cosmetics increased 12.30 percent to US$7.22 million, while chemical products grew 9.33 percent to US$6.10 million.
By contrast, imports of other means of transportation dropped sharply by 71.20 percent to US$10.71 million.
Milk and milk products declined 31.79 percent to US$3.08 million.
Wood and wooden products fell 18.82 percent to US$8.88 million, though animal fodder and materials rose 64.63 percent to US$4.39 million.
Rubber and paper imports also grew strongly, up 56.43 percent and 54.04 percent respectively.
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Vietnam—France bilateral trade year to date
Vietnam’s total trade with France reached US$505.34 million in September 2025, down 5.95 percent from August.
Exports from Vietnam to France declined 5.97 percent to US$337.35 million, while imports fell 5.92 percent to US$167.99 million.
The trade surplus in Vietnam’s favour stood at US$169.36 million, down slightly from US$180.21 million in August.
For the year-to-date period, Vietnam’s exports to France totalled US$2.98 billion, compared with imports of US$1.53 billion, resulting in a surplus of US$1.45 billion.
The decline in both exports and imports suggests slower bilateral trade momentum heading into the final quarter of 2025.
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Vietnam—France balance of trade, September 2025 US$millions
| September | August | Change | YTD | |
| Imports | 167,991,337 | 178,558,278 | -5.92% | 1,529,580,427 |
| Exports | 337,346,449 | 358,772,290 | -5.97% | 2,982,918,473 |
| Total | 505,337,786 | 537,330,568 | -5.95% | 4,512,498,900 |
| Balance (Vietnam) | 169,355,112 | 180,214,012 | -6.03% | 1,453,338,046 |
Of note, Vietnam and France maintain a strong trade relationship marked by consistent growth in key sectors such as pharmaceuticals, machinery, and consumer goods.
France is among Vietnam’s major European partners, with bilateral trade supported by long-standing economic and diplomatic ties under the EU–Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA).
The agreement has enhanced market access and reduced tariffs, fostering greater cooperation in high-value industries including healthcare, technology, and luxury goods.
Vietnam primarily exports textiles, footwear, seafood, and electronics to France, while importing pharmaceuticals, machinery, and transport equipment.
The trade balance generally favours Vietnam, reflecting its competitive manufacturing base and growing presence in the EU market.