Guides
Living in Vietnam
The paperwork and practicalities: visas, renting, banking and what things cost. Rules and prices change — check the date on each guide and confirm with the office or an agent.
Finances & Banking
- How Much Does a Month in Vietnam Cost? (Real Digital Nomad Expenses)A brutally honest breakdown of the true cost of living in Vietnam for digital nomads and slow-traveling expats in 2026. Da Nang vs HCMC vs Hanoi.9 min read · updated April 2026
- How to Open a Bank Account in Vietnam as a Foreigner (2025)Which banks accept foreigners, what documents you need, whether a tourist visa is enough, ATM fees, and the Wise + VPBank strategy that most expats use.8 min read · updated March 2026
- Cost of Living in Vietnam: City-by-City Comparison (2025–2026)Detailed monthly budget breakdowns for Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, Hoi An, and Phu Quoc. Real numbers for rent, food, transport, utilities, and healthcare — plus which city gives the best value.10 min read · updated March 2026
Visas & Legals
- Vietnam E-Visa: Step-by-Step Application Guide (2026)Complete walkthrough of the Vietnam e-visa application — eligible nationalities, fees, required documents, the exact steps on evisa.gov.vn, and what to do if it gets rejected.6 min read · updated October 2026
- Vietnam Work Permit Guide for ForeignersThe complete process for getting a work permit in Vietnam under the new Decree 219/2025 — who needs one, documents required, exemptions, costs, timeline, and common mistakes to avoid.12 min read · updated March 2026
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