Country guide
Vietnam
Fast-growing and very affordable, with a young energy — long-stay paths are workable but bureaucratic.
- Currency:
- VND
- Capital:
- Hanoi
What to know
First Day
Your first 24 hours: SIM, cash, transport and emergency numbers.
Coming soonVisa
45 days visa-free for some passports; a 90-day multi-entry e-visa covers most visitors.
Updated todayLearn moreResidency
Permanent residency is possible after a few years on a work basis.
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Foreigners buy on long leaseholds (often 50 years), not freehold land.
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Progressive tax up to 35%; residents are taxed on worldwide income.
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Use private clinics for English-speaking care; public access is limited.
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Not visa-mandatory, but private cover is strongly advised and cheap.
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A local account generally needs a residency card; cash is still king.
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