How To Find Golf Clothing Factories In Vietnam // Top Golf Clothing Manufacturers In Vietnam List

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Vietnam is one of the strongest sourcing countries for golf apparel, and it is where we source most of the golf clothing projects that come through Cosmo Sourcing. The country's garment factories have extensive experience with performance fabrics, technical construction, and the quality control that golf brands require. This guide covers how to find the right factory, what to look for, and what to watch out for.

The global golf apparel market was valued at approximately $4.5 billion in 2024, with projections showing growth to over $7 billion by the early 2030s, driven by rising participation rates, the athleisure crossover trend, and growing demand for performance-oriented clothing. Vietnam is well-positioned to serve this market, especially for brands seeking an alternative to China.

updated Feb 19,2026

What Types of Golf Apparel Can Be Made in Vietnam

Vietnam's garment sector has moved well beyond basic cut-and-sew. Factories here can handle the full range of golf clothing, including:

Golf polo shirts are the core product for most collections. Vietnamese factories produce polos in polyester, cotton-poly blends, and recycled fabrics like rPET, with moisture-wicking finishes, embroidery, sublimation printing, and laser-cut ventilation. If you are launching a golf brand, polos are likely where you will start, and Vietnam has no shortage of capable producers.

Golf pants and shorts, including tailored trousers, chino-style shorts, and stretch-waistband designs with water-resistant or breathable coatings. Lightweight technical blends are standard.

Outerwear and windbreakers are a strong category for Vietnam. Factories can produce windproof jackets, rain shells, softshell vests, and layered pieces with water-repellent coatings, heat-sealed seams, mesh linings, and laser-cut vents.

Women's golf skirts and dresses with stretch linings, pleats, anti-slip waistbands, and built-in moisture-wicking shorts. The women's segment of golf is growing rapidly, and Vietnam has strong capabilities in this area.

Base layers and compression wear, including UV-protective shirts, compression sleeves, and long-sleeve layers with flatlock seams. These are produced by many of the same factories that supply the broader activewear and sportswear market.

Accessories such as golf visors, caps, performance socks, arm sleeves, and golf towels can often be sourced from the same factory or affiliated suppliers, which simplifies logistics for brands building a complete collection.

For more on the technical fabrics used in performance golf clothing, see our guide to activewear fabrics.

How to Find the Right Golf Apparel Factory

Start with Clear Specifications

Before reaching out to any factory, define what you need: product types, target fabrics, minimum order quantities you can commit to, price targets, required certifications, and lead time expectations. Decide whether you need an OEM partner (you provide complete tech packs) or an ODM partner (the factory contributes to design development). Having this clarity saves significant time and avoids mismatches.

Why Online Platforms Are Not Enough

B2B platforms like Alibaba, Global Sources, and Vietnam-specific directories can generate initial leads, but they have significant limitations for sourcing golf apparel. Many listings are from trading companies rather than actual factories. The companies you find there tend to be the ones with marketing budgets, not necessarily the ones with the best capabilities. And for a technical product like golf apparel, you really need to understand a factory's equipment, fabric sourcing relationships, and experience with performance clothing, which you cannot assess from a product listing.

We have seen this pattern hundreds of times with clients who come to us after spending weeks contacting suppliers online. The quotes vary wildly, the communication is inconsistent, and it is difficult to know who is a real factory and who is a middleman.

Trade Shows

Trade shows remain one of the better ways to meet manufacturers in person. Key events for Vietnam include SaigonTex (focused on textile machinery and materials), VietnamTex, and the Vietnam International Textile & Garment Industry Exhibition. International events like ISPO also feature Vietnamese manufacturers. These events let you see samples, assess communication quality, and begin building relationships.

Work with a Sourcing Company

A sourcing partner with on-the-ground presence in Vietnam can dramatically shorten the process. At Cosmo Sourcing, we maintain a database of vetted apparel factories across Vietnam, including those with specific experience in golf and performance sportswear. We have walked factory floors, reviewed certifications, and built relationships with management teams across the country. When a client comes to us with a golf apparel project, we can match them to two to six factories that fit their specific requirements, rather than having them start from scratch. Our guide to finding good sourcing companies explains what to look for in a sourcing partner.

What to Look For in a Golf Apparel Factory

Performance Clothing Experience

This is the single most important filter. A factory that produces basic t-shirts or casual wear may not have the equipment, fabric relationships, or technical knowledge to produce golf apparel that performs on the course. Look for factories with a track record in sportswear, activewear, or performance clothing. Ask to see samples from previous golf or athletic apparel projects. If they cannot show relevant work, move on.

Some of Vietnam's most capable performance apparel manufacturers include companies like Maxport Limited (which produces for Nike, Lululemon, and Asics), Thygesen Textile Vietnam, Fashion Garments Ltd. (FGL), Song Hong Garment, and Thai Son S.P. These are established producers with the technical infrastructure for complex garment construction. For a broader list, see our roundups of the top clothing manufacturers in Vietnam and the top athleisure manufacturers in Vietnam.

There are also many smaller factories, particularly around Binh Duong and Ho Chi Minh City, that handle lower MOQs and can be excellent partners for emerging golf brands. These are harder to find online, which is where having local sourcing support becomes valuable.

Certifications and Compliance

For golf apparel, relevant certifications typically include ISO 9001 (quality management), social compliance certifications such as BSCI, WRAP, or SA8000, and environmental standards such as ISO 14001, OEKO-TEX, or GOTS. If sustainability is part of your brand positioning, Vietnam has a growing number of factories with eco-friendly certifications and practices.

MOQs and Production Capacity

Most established Vietnamese garment factories require minimum orders of 500 to 1,000 pieces per style per color. Some smaller factories will work with lower quantities, particularly for first orders, but expect higher per-unit costs. Be realistic about your volumes. If you are launching with very small runs (under 200 pieces), Vietnam may not be the most cost-effective option, and you may want to consider a factory that specializes in sampling or small-batch production.

In-House Capabilities

The best factories handle the critical steps in-house rather than outsourcing them. Ask specifically about fabric development, pattern making, embroidery, printing, and quality inspection. When key processes are outsourced, you lose control over timelines and quality consistency.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Choosing based on price alone. The cheapest quote almost always comes with trade-offs in fabric quality, construction, or reliability. With golf apparel, where customers expect performance and durability, cutting corners on production will damage your brand.

Skipping the sampling process. Never go straight to bulk production. Run at least two rounds of samples. Evaluate fit, fabric hand feel, stitching quality, and how the garment performs after washing. Golf apparel buyers are particular about details, so your QC process should be, too.

Providing vague specifications. Factories work from your tech pack. If your specifications are incomplete or ambiguous, the factory will fill in the gaps with their own judgment, and the results may not match your expectations. Invest time in detailed tech packs with exact measurements, fabric specifications, color references (Pantone), and construction details.

Ignoring communication quality. If a factory is slow to respond, unclear in their answers, or difficult to communicate with during the quoting and sampling phase, it will only get worse during production. Good communication is one of the strongest indicators of a reliable manufacturing partner.

Not planning for tariff costs. Especially for U.S.-bound shipments, factor in the 20% reciprocal tariff plus product-specific MFN duties when calculating your landed costs. Work with a customs broker to determine the exact HTS classification for each product in your line.

Ready to Source Golf Apparel from Vietnam?

Cosmo Sourcing connects brands directly with vetted golf and performance sportswear factories across Vietnam. We work on a flat-fee model, so you get transparent pricing with no markup on factory quotes. Our team in Vietnam handles factory matching, sample development, quality control, and production management. With experience across thousands of sourcing projects since 2012, we know which factories deliver and which ones to avoid.

James Kennemer