Does Vietnam have a digital nomad visa?

Not yet. Most remote workers use Vietnam's standard entry route (90-day e-visa, multiple entry). Facts last reviewed 2026-07-14.

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Vietnam Digital Nomad Visa

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At a glance

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Min income

$50

Fee

90-day e-visa

Validity

3–5 days

Processing

Not required

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Living in Vietnam

Human Development Index0.726 · #107

InternetGood

Cost of livingExcellent

SafetyGood

Vietnamese dong (₫) · Capital: Hanoi · Vietnamese · +84

How to apply for the Vietnam digital nomad visa

1Vietnam has no digital-nomad visa yet — nomads use the 90-day e-visa.
2Apply online for the multiple-entry e-visa (~US$50).
3Border-run and re-apply to extend your stay (rules can tighten; verify).
4Watch for the long-discussed nomad visa — we'll update this page when it lands.

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Facts last reviewed: 14 July 2026 · always confirm with the official source before applying.

Remote work in Vietnam: what the data says

We track 5 cities in Vietnam: Da Nang, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Nha Trang. Monthly budgets average around $980: Hoi An is the most affordable base at roughly $900, while Ho Chi Minh City runs about $1,100. For connectivity, Ho Chi Minh City leads with an internet score of 4.3/5.

The main language is Vietnamese and the dialing code is +84. Before booking flights, check Vietnam public holidays — banks, offices and some coworking spaces close. Time-zone planning for calls back home is easiest with the Meeting Planner.

City snapshot: Vietnam at a glance

Da Nang — ~$1,000/mo; 4.4/5 overall; internet 4.2/5; safety 4.3/5. Live clock: local time.

Hanoi — ~$1,000/mo; 4.1/5 overall; internet 4.1/5; safety 4.1/5. Live clock: local time.

Ho Chi Minh City — ~$1,100/mo; 4.2/5 overall; internet 4.3/5; safety 4/5. Live clock: local time.

Hoi An — ~$900/mo; 4/5 overall; internet 3.8/5; safety 4.4/5. Live clock: local time.

Nha Trang — ~$900/mo; 3.8/5 overall; internet 3.9/5; safety 4.2/5. Live clock: local time.

Vietnam spans 1 time zone among our tracked cities (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh). The reference offset is UTC+7 mid-year, without daylight saving. Weigh Vietnam against neighbours with our comparison pages linked from each city, or scan the whole region on the cities index.

Frequently asked questions

Which city in Vietnam is best for digital nomads?

Compare our tracked hubs: Da Nang, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Nha Trang.

What is the cheapest city in Vietnam for remote work?

Hoi An, at roughly $900 per month for a single nomad.

How much does it cost to live in Vietnam as a nomad?

Across the cities we track, budgets average about $980 per month.

What language is spoken in Vietnam?

Primarily Vietnamese.

What time zone is Vietnam in?

Vietnam's tracked cities use Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh among others.

When are public holidays in Vietnam?

See the full list with dates.

Vietnam Digital Nomad Visa

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