🇻🇳 Vietnam Relocation Data 2026
Key statistics for expats and relocators
Data updated · Region: Asia · Free with attribution (CC BY 4.0)
Overall Score
49/100
Global Rank
#53/95
Est. Monthly Cost
$900
Dimension Breakdown
Confidence: 88%. Scores weighted using default quality-of-life profile. Source: WhereNext Global Relocation Index, compiled from institutional datasets (World Bank, WHO, GPI, OECD, EF EPI).
Cost of Living Breakdown
| Category | Affordability Index | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | 61/100 | Moderate |
| Rent | 87/100 | Affordable |
| Property Purchase | 87/100 | Affordable |
| Utilities | 87/100 | Affordable |
| Transport | 65/100 | Moderate |
| Overall (composite) | 24 | higher = more expensive |
Sub-indexes: higher = more affordable. Overall index: higher = more expensive. Estimated solo monthly cost: $900 USD (calibrated so US index 82 = ~$3,000/mo).
Top Cities in Vietnam
| City | Est. Monthly Cost | Cost Index | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| Da Nang | $450 | 12 | 72 |
| Ho Chi Minh City | $650 | 18 | 62 |
| Hanoi | $750 | 20 | 65 |
| Nha Trang | $900 | 24 | 70 |
Tax Overview
| Tax Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Top Income Tax Rate | 35% |
| VAT / GST | 10% |
| Corporate Tax | 20% |
| Effective Rate at $60K | 18.2% |
Progressive system. Low cost of living amplifies take-home.
Effective Tax by Income Tier (Salary)
| Gross Income (USD) | Effective Rate | Monthly Take-Home |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | 20% | $3,343 |
| $100,000 | 27% | $6,078 |
| $200,000 | 31% | $11,494 |
Estimated for a single-filer resident on salary income. Includes income tax + social contributions. Actual liability varies by residency status, treaties, and deductions. Sources: OECD Tax Database, Deloitte Tax Guides.
Visa Access by Passport
| Passport | Access Level | Max Stay (days) | Work Allowed | Nomad Visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | e-Visa | 90 | No | Yes |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Visa-Free | 45 | No | Yes |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | e-Visa | 90 | No | Yes |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | e-Visa | 90 | No | Yes |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Visa-Free | 45 | No | Yes |
Visa data for tourist/short-stay access. Work permits and long-term residency require separate applications. Source: WhereNext visa requirements database (73 passports mapped).
Key Facts
| Capital | Hanoi |
| Population | 99.5 Million |
| Currency | Vietnamese Dong (VND) |
| Languages | Vietnamese |
| Region | Southeast Asia |
| Timezone | ICT (UTC+7) |
| English Proficiency | Low |
How to Cite
WhereNext. "Vietnam Relocation Data 2026." WhereNext Open Data, 2026-04-12. https://getwherenext.com/data/country/vn. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.