Is Hanoi good for remote work?
For remote workers weighing up Vietnam, Hanoi is one of the first names that comes up. On our scorecard it earns 4.1/5 overall. Internet is rated 4.1/5 — fast and reliable for video calls and large uploads. Safety comes in at 4.1/5, which in practice means the city is safe.
Compare it directly with Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City, Aktau, or browse every hub in Vietnam.
Cost of living in Hanoi
A single remote worker should budget roughly $1,000 per month in Hanoi. That makes it cheaper than about 51% of the Asia cities we track. As a working split: expect around $420 for a comfortable one-bedroom or studio, $240 on food and eating out, $90 for a coworking membership or café budget, $80 on local transport, and roughly $170 for everything else. Currency fluctuations move these numbers — check the live exchange rate on this page before you commit.
Internet, workspaces and getting set up
Connectivity in Hanoi is fast and reliable (rated 4.1/5). Fixed broadband in serviced apartments and coliving spaces is usually the safe bet; before signing a longer lease, run a speed test at the actual unit. For mobile data, an eSIM ordered before you land removes airport friction — see the connectivity options listed above on this page. Day to day, the city is rated 3.6/5 for walkability, so plan around transit or ride-hailing for longer hops.
Best time to visit Hanoi
Climate scores 3.7/5 here. The most comfortable window is typically May to September for long days, or April and October for milder weather. Air quality averages below average (2.4/5) — sensitive travellers should check the live AQI reading above during dry season. Daylight swings matter for remote schedules: sunrise is around 05:21 (solar time) in June and 06:38 in December.
Time zone and working with global teams
Hanoi sits in the Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh time zone (UTC+7). There is no daylight saving time, so the offset stays constant all year. In practical terms the city runs 6 hours ahead of London and 11 hours ahead of New York, which shapes your meeting windows with European and US teams. Check the live time in Hanoi or plan calls with our Meeting Planner.
Money, language and staying legal
The main language is Vietnamese, and the international dialing code is +84. Visa rules depend on your passport — the Vietnam guide covers the digital-nomad and remote-work options, and public holidays in Vietnam are worth checking before planning arrival dates. Useful planning tools: Meeting Planner · Jet Lag Calculator · Business Day Calculator · Working Hours Calculator · Age Calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Hanoi in?
Hanoi uses the Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh time zone, which is UTC+7 in mid-year. See the live local time on our Hanoi clock page.
Does Hanoi observe daylight saving time?
No — the UTC offset stays the same all year round.
What is the time difference between Hanoi and London?
Hanoi is 6 hours ahead of London (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Hanoi and New York?
Hanoi is 11 hours ahead of New York (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Hanoi and Los Angeles?
Hanoi is 14 hours ahead of Los Angeles (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Hanoi and Paris?
Hanoi is 5 hours ahead of Paris (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Hanoi and Dubai?
Hanoi is 3 hours ahead of Dubai (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Hanoi and Singapore?
Hanoi is 1 hour behind Singapore (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Hanoi and Tokyo?
Hanoi is 2 hours behind Tokyo (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Hanoi and Sydney?
Hanoi is 3 hours behind Sydney (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What language is spoken in Hanoi?
The primary language is Vietnamese.
What is the dialing code for Hanoi?
Dial +84 for Vietnam, then the local number.
How expensive is Hanoi for a digital nomad?
Plan on roughly $1,000 per month for a single person, covering rent, food, coworking and transport.
Is Hanoi cheap compared with other Asia cities?
It is cheaper than about 51% of the Asia hubs we track.
Is Hanoi safe?
Safety is rated 4.1/5 on our scorecard — safe.
How fast is the internet in Hanoi?
Connectivity is rated 4.1/5 — fast and reliable.
Is Hanoi good for remote work?
It scores 4.1/5 overall for remote work on TimeDateLive, based on cost, internet, safety and lifestyle data.
Is Hanoi walkable?
Walkability is rated 3.6/5.
How is the nightlife in Hanoi?
Nightlife and fun score 4.4/5.
How is the air quality in Hanoi?
Air quality averages 2.4/5; the live AQI reading is on this page.
What is the best time of year to visit Hanoi?
Generally May to September for long days, or April and October for milder weather.
What country is Hanoi in?
Hanoi is in Vietnam, Asia.
What time is sunrise in Hanoi in June?
Around 05:21 local solar time in mid-June; the exact minute varies with daylight saving and longitude.
What time is sunrise in Hanoi in December?
Around 06:38 local solar time in mid-December.
Does Hanoi have a digital nomad visa?
Visa access depends on your passport — see the Vietnam visa guide for current options.
When are the public holidays in Vietnam?
The full list is on our Vietnam public holidays page.