Inflation
3.31 %2025 · latest annual observation
Exact values
- 2020
- 3.22 %
- 2021
- 1.83 %
- 2022
- 3.16 %
- 2023
- 3.25 %
- 2024
- 3.62 %
- 2025
- 3.31 %
YOUR COUNTRY GUIDE
🇻🇳 Vietnam
View on Google MapsOcean mornings, coffee and a new pace
Start with a cityCost
Da Nang · example rent $480/mo.
Residency
Long-term status is harder
Jobs
e-Visa for a scouting stay; separate grounds for long-term residence
Safety
No formal advice-against-travel flag — not a safety guarantee · FCDO · 2026-09-12
Economy
Inflation 3.3% · 2025 · World Bank
Climate
Da Nang · 21–29°C · monthly means, 2001–2020
Healthcare
Locate a clinic and hospital, and check evacuation cover. International insurance and access to a doctor in your language are separate budget decisions.
Taxes
183 days or more in a calendar year or the first consecutive 12 months.
A CLOSER LOOK
Cities & places
- Hanoi · Turtle Tower on Hoan Kiem Lake
Radek Kucharski · 2023 · CC BY 2.0 - Da Nang · Dragon Bridge over the Han River
Thangphan · 2018 · CC0 1.0 - Da Nang · coastal city
NGO TUNG thanhtungo · 2015 · CC0
Guides & practical tips
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Housing & everyday life
Open the housing section for rental considerations and living conditions.
TRAVEL SAFETY
Before you travel
No advice against travel
This is not a safety guarantee: risks vary by area and route.
About this warning
Source: the UK Foreign Office. Advice is for British nationals; entry rules for your passport may differ. This is travel advice, not crime statistics.
Publisher updated: 2026-06-26 · Retrieved: 2026-09-12 14:49 UTC
Warning in English
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Latest change (English)
New information about submitting a health declaration if you are travelling to or transiting through Vietnam ('Entry requirements' page).
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Everything for your decision
Open a topic. Details and sources are inside.
Overview
Ocean mornings, coffee and a new pace
Affordable daily life, but a tourist stay does not solve long-term residence.
Visas & residence
Residence routes, documents, family and arrival steps.
Read the detailsEveryday life
Housing, schools, healthcare, pets and transport.
Read the detailsWork & taxes
Employment rights, tax residence and banking documents.
Read the detailsSafety & rules
Crime, regional conflict, driving and local restrictions.
Read the detailsVisa & residency
e-Visa for a scouting stay; separate grounds for long-term residence
Residence & citizenship
Residence and citizenship are separate procedures. A passport follows a separate citizenship decision.
e-Visa for a scouting stay; separate grounds for long-term residence
Up to 90 days; single or multiple entry
- $25 single-entry / $50 multiple-entry e-visa
- Passport, digital portrait and passport identity-page image; travel dates, accommodation address and selected entry point.
- For local work: employer-led work permission; prepare diplomas and professional evidence for legalization in the issuing country.
- For families: each member needs documents and status; a school reservation does not grant residence.
Guide summary, not an individual eligibility assessment. Primary source
Eligibility depends on nationality, status, family and documents. Years are a pre-application residence condition, excluding time to obtain the initial status and processing.
A tourist e-visa can cover up to 90 days, single or multiple entry. It is not residence or work permission. A longer-term plan needs an eligible work, investment or family basis.
Up to 90 days; single or multiple entry
$25 single-entry / $50 multiple-entry e-visa
- Passport, digital portrait and passport identity-page image; travel dates, accommodation address and selected entry point.
- For local work: employer-led work permission; prepare diplomas and professional evidence for legalization in the issuing country.
- For families: each member needs documents and status; a school reservation does not grant residence.
Cost of living
City, household, monthly and one-off expenses
An editable scenario, not a market average. Set your city and household needs.
Your family and routines
Citizenship and purpose are saved with your profile; this calculator does not determine visa eligibility. Check route conditions separately. Conditions
Who's coming
Adults
2
Children
1
Child 1
Housing & bedrooms
Bedrooms, excluding living room
2
Suggested bedrooms: 2. Adults in pairs; children under 8 can share, older children follow your room preference. A planning suggestion, not a legal rule.
Transport & pets
Cats
0
Dogs
0
Jobs & business
Work permission, the local market and earning routes
A tourist e-visa can cover up to 90 days, single or multiple entry. It is not residence or work permission. A longer-term plan needs an eligible work, investment or family basis.
Detailed guide and sourcesEconomy
Currency, inflation and investment with observation dates
ECONOMY & CURRENCY
What the annual data shows
Historical World Bank observations. Not today’s exchange rate or an assessment of current military or political conditions.
Real GDP growth
8.02 %2025 · latest annual observation
Exact values
- 2020
- 2.87 %
- 2021
- 2.55 %
- 2022
- 8.54 %
- 2023
- 4.98 %
- 2024
- 7.04 %
- 2025
- 8.02 %
Local currency per dollar
24,164.89 LCU/USD2024 · latest annual observation
Exact values
- 2020
- 23,208.37 LCU/USD
- 2021
- 23,159.78 LCU/USD
- 2022
- 23,271.21 LCU/USD
- 2023
- 23,787.32 LCU/USD
- 2024
- 24,164.89 LCU/USD
Foreign direct investment
4.23 % GDP2024 · latest annual observation
Exact values
- 2020
- 4.56 % GDP
- 2021
- 4.27 % GDP
- 2022
- 4.33 % GDP
- 2023
- 4.26 % GDP
- 2024
- 4.23 % GDP
How to read these indicators and their limits
FX is an official annual average; parallel markets, fees and restrictions are excluded. FDI measures net investment flows, not the appeal of a property or business; values can be negative. Inflation and GDP growth do not measure personal living costs, safety or hiring prospects.
World Bank · 2020–2025 · CC BY 4.0
Taxes & money
Tax residence and income obligations
183 days or more in a calendar year or the first consecutive 12 months.
From 2026 resident employment income uses 5%, 10%, 20%, 30%, 35% marginal bands on monthly taxable income up to VND10m / 30m / 60m / 100m and above. Not a flat rate on gross income or a universal freelance rate.
Tax sourceBank eligibility depends on documents and status. Do not make your plan depend on opening an account as a tourist.
Detailed guide and sourcesHousing
Rent, deposits and inspecting a home
Start with 2–4 weeks of temporary housing. Check damp, building noise, electricity pricing, evening internet speed and deposit-return rules.
Detailed guide and sourcesSafety
Crime, scams and regional differences
SAFETY, NOT A SINGLE SCORE
Three different risks
Crime & scams
In cities, plan around phone and bag theft; neighborhood and routines matter more than a national score.
Conflict & regional warnings
Check active advice for the actual itinerary. Coastal natural hazards are a separate issue from conflict.
Roads & transport
A scooter requires the correct license category and insurance cover. A rental company's willingness to rent is not proof you can legally drive.
Warnings change quickly. This is not a live conflict feed: open the current advice for the actual region before travel. Official travel advice
Climate & surroundings
Temperature, heating, coast, humidity and wildlife
CLIMATE & HOME
What the seasons feel like
A daily mean includes the night. It is not a heat ceiling: individual days can be much hotter.
NASA POWER: modeled outdoor relative humidity, roughly 50 km grid. Not an apartment sensor or a particular day’s weather. 2001–2020 · Data
NASA POWER · 2001–2020. Temperature is a daily mean, not a daytime high. Climate, not a forecast. A model grid cell, not an urban station. Terrain and neighbourhoods can differ.
Da Nang · long-term climate, not a forecast
Warmest month · daily mean28.5°C
Coldest month · daily mean21.0°C
Winter comfortVentilation & A/C
Jan21.0°C daily mean87% outdoors · NASA model2.6 mm rainfall / day
Housing: questions before signing
For this city’s climate, focus on cooling, moisture and rain.
- Does each bedroom have air conditioning, when was it cleaned, and is it noisy overnight?
- Is electricity paid to the utility or the landlord? What per-kWh rate is written in the lease?
- Any musty smell, mould or leaks? Request video of cupboards and ceilings after rain.
- Do opening windows have screens, where does rainwater drain, and how is laundry dried in the wet season?
SETTING & EVERYDAY LIFE
Near the sea. But easy to live?
Look at the city and the actual home, not a whole-country label.
Nearby water
South China Sea
Setting
Urban life
A city on the South China Sea; the center and beach districts are different parts of the city.
Wildlife: what to consider
Household & sanitation
Not “harmless”, but no alarmismBedbugs: inspect mattress seams, bed frames and luggage. A Móng Cái hospital report does not measure prevalence across cities.
SourceDisease vectors
Species, season and local conditions matterMosquitoes: dengue occurs year-round, with rainy-season peaks. Malaria mainly concerns specific rural areas, not every city.
SourceVenomous & dangerous
Presence does not mean frequent encountersVenomous snakes: use care around vegetation and debris. Northern typhoon bite reports are local events, not Da Nang encounter frequencies.
SourceCity encounter frequency is not quantified: no percentages or frequent/rare rating is available. Inspect the property, screens, drains, waste, standing water and seasonal warnings. Sources of differing dates checked 12 September 2026; categories can overlap.
Property check: screens, damp and cleaning
Cockroaches & ants
Inspect the kitchen after dark, under-sink cupboards, pipe gaps and waste areas. Ask for pest-treatment history and who pays for control.
Mosquitoes
Check intact window and door screens, standing water in trays and containers. Pools and landscaping need maintenance. A/C does not protect an open window.
Snakes, spiders & other wildlife
For homes beside vegetation, ask about actual sightings on the property, door gaps, open bathrooms and local removal services. A species being present in the country does not measure risk in your apartment.
Humidity & mold
A musty smell, dark spots in corners and bubbling paint are warning signs. Before travelling, request video of cupboards, ceilings and walls after rain, leak-repair information and laundry-drying arrangements. A humidity meter is optional, not a relocation requirement.
Quiet, not just a listing promise
Visit in the evening, on a weekend and on a school morning. Check bars, dogs, construction, traffic and neighbor noise with windows closed.
Separate: outdoor and indoor humidity
Outdoor monthly averages do not tell you bedroom humidity. EPA recommends below 60% indoors, ideally 30–50% where possible, and repairing leaks. A dehumidifier does not repair a wet wall.
Waterfront does not mean a swimming beach. Verify access, seasonal conditions, water quality and lifeguards. Check quietness at the address, not by country name.
Checklist sources
Sources underlying the checklist: EPA · moisture · CDC · mosquitoes · WHO · snakes · CDC · spiders · NWS · beaches. An editorial inspection checklist, not animal-encounter statistics.
Natural risks & signals
Dated observations, not a safety forecast
What is happening in this country
GDACS · source snapshot 2026-09-12. An event in the country does not imply a threat to every city.
The loaded snapshot has no records for this country. This does not establish an absence of threats: coverage is partial, including volcanoes.
All GDACS reportsHealthcare & insurance
Access to doctors and coverage conditions
Locate a clinic and hospital, and check evacuation cover. International insurance and access to a doctor in your language are separate budget decisions.
Detailed guide and sourcesFamily & children
Schools, housing and everyday needs
Check teaching language, available places and the school run before renting. Da Nang offers fewer international-program choices than Ho Chi Minh City.
Detailed guide and sourcesTransport & infrastructure
Local licences, cars, motorcycles and children's activities
DAILY LIFE
Not a holiday. An ordinary Tuesday.
Schools and activities: questions to ask
Infrastructure near home
Before renting, request the school transport route, paediatric urgent-care address and nearby activities. Our directory does not yet establish walkability for individual rental addresses.
Activities by age and language
0–3: parent-and-child playgroups. 4–6: swimming, music, motor skills. 7–12: team sport, arts, robotics. Teens: sports, language and social clubs. These are search ideas, not confirmed vacancies.
What to ask an activity provider
Teaching language, age/height rules, trial lesson, group size, subscription and joining fee, holidays, equipment, supervision and travel. Enter household activity costs separately in the calculator.
Da Nang · With children
Sources checked 12 September 2026. Schedules and prices may change. These are leisure venues, not regular classes.
Mikazuki Water Park 365
Indoor and outdoor areas, children’s pool, slides and food court. Nguyen Tat Thanh / Xuan Thieu. Check height restrictions and the selected area’s admission price.
About this venueDa Nang Museum
Interactive exhibits and 3D displays near the Han waterfront. Entrance: 31 Tran Phu, complex 42–44 Bach Dang. Published hours: daily 8am–5pm; children under 16 enter free.
About this venueDriving licences
Sources published in 2025, checked 12 September 2026. A full review of 2026 changes is not complete.
CarMotorcycle / scooter
Categories from 2025
A1: up to 125 cc / 11 kW; A: above those limits, including A1. B: cars with up to eight passenger seats plus the driver. New B1 covers three-wheeled motorcycles; old B1/B2 labels are not universal current car categories.
Conversion: documents and status
Valid national licence, application, certified Vietnamese translation and licence copy, plus residence evidence: TRC/PRC or diplomatic/official identity valid at least three months. Present originals; photo is taken on application. IDPs, temporary and expired licences do not qualify. A tourist e-visa alone is not verified as sufficient.
First issue requires the training/testing route and a medical certificate. A/A1: theory and motorcycle course; B: theory, simulation, test course and road. Confirm exam language and accepted documents with the office.
Circular 12/2025/TT-BCA · Article 24Laws & documents
Status conditions and what to arrange before departure
A tourist e-visa can cover up to 90 days, single or multiple entry. It is not residence or work permission. A longer-term plan needs an eligible work, investment or family basis.
Detailed guide and sourcesDocuments and power of attorney before departureCities
Da Nang · Nha Trang · Ho Chi Minh City · Hanoi · Da Lat
Choose a city, not a country average. Climate, surroundings and household budgets differ.
Da Nang
South China Sea
A city on the South China Sea; the center and beach districts are different parts of the city.
Climate, surroundings and family budgetNha Trang
South China Sea
An urban beach; a seafront address does not guarantee quiet.
Climate, surroundings and family budgetHo Chi Minh City
Not a beach city
A major city rather than a seaside resort; the coast is a separate destination.
Climate, surroundings and family budgetHanoi
Hoan Kiem Lake; no city seafront
Climate, resources and a planning budgetDa Lat
Central Highlands; not a seaside city
Climate, resources and a planning budgetPractical tips
Preparation and everyday decisions
Rule updates
Visas and expat life: date, source and next action
Sources checked: 2026-09-12. An editorial selection, not automatic monitoring of all legislation.
Seven calendar days through 2026-09-12 · by primary-source publication or update date. Newly published verified records reload every five minutes; sourcing and review are currently editorial.
No verified items match this filter
This does not mean no rules changed. We do not fill the feed with unverified stories. Check upcoming changes or all verified records.
Sources & data coverage
Original sources
Conditions depend on citizenship, pathway and date. Budgets are editable examples, not market statistics. This summary is not a substitute for individual legal and tax review.
Practical answers before moving
Vietnam: what goes into a family living budget?
Example for two adults and a seven-year-old: a two-bedroom rental, private school and public transport. These are editorial assumptions, not verified prices. Deposits, relocation, vehicle purchase and taxes are excluded.
- Da Nang: 3,110 USD/month: housing 662 USD, groceries 598 USD, utilities 111 USD, education 650 USD. The remainder covers transport, insurance, leisure and reserve.
- Nha Trang: 2,863 USD/month: housing 580 USD, groceries 546 USD, utilities 104 USD, education 580 USD. The remainder covers transport, insurance, leisure and reserve.
- Ho Chi Minh City: 3,818 USD/month: housing 938 USD, groceries 676 USD, utilities 124 USD, education 850 USD. The remainder covers transport, insurance, leisure and reserve.
Which cities should I compare before moving?
Affordable daily life, but a tourist stay does not solve long-term residence.
- Da Nang: A city on the South China Sea; the center and beach districts are different parts of the city.
- Nha Trang: An urban beach; a seafront address does not guarantee quiet.
- Ho Chi Minh City: A major city rather than a seaside resort; the coast is a separate destination.
Where should residence planning start?
A tourist e-visa can cover up to 90 days, single or multiple entry. It is not residence or work permission. A longer-term plan needs an eligible work, investment or family basis.
What should families with children consider in this country?
Check teaching language, available places and the school run before renting. Da Nang offers fewer international-program choices than Ho Chi Minh City.
Country sources and recorded review dates · Methodology and limitations