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Vietnam

Comprehensive data

Asia — Expat guide for moving and living abroad

Overview

Capital

Hanoi

Currency

VND

Continent

Asia

Entry requirements

Check if your passport needs a visa for Vietnam.

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Popular passport access to Vietnam

Passport Status Max Stay
Austria Visa Free 45 days
Belgium Visa Free 45 days
Bulgaria Visa Free 45 days
Croatia Visa Free 45 days
Cyprus Visa Free 45 days
Czechia Visa Free 45 days
Denmark Visa Free 45 days
Estonia Visa Free 45 days
Finland Visa Free 45 days
France Visa Free 45 days

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Monthly costs

Ho Chi Minh City

Rent (center)

600 USD/mo

Groceries

180 USD/mo

Transport

40 USD/mo

Est. Monthly Total

870 USD/mo

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Work Permits

  • Work Permit

    Duration: 2 years

    Employer applies to DOLISA

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Salary & Tax

Income Tax Range

5% – 35%

Social Security (Employee)

0.105%

Annual thresholds in VND. Popular digital nomad destination.

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Useful Services

Wise

Manage money in VND with low fees and the real exchange rate.

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World Nomads

Travel and health insurance for your move to Vietnam.

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