Visa for Vietnam
Program: E-Visa (Tourist/Business) — No dedicated digital nomad visa currently available
Duration: E-Visa: up to 90 days (single or multiple entry). Visa-free entry: 14–45 days depending on nationality. Extensions possible in-country. 5-year Talent Visa launched August 2025 for specific highly skilled fields.
Income: No official minimum income. Must show sufficient funds for intended stay. Practical recommendation: $1,000–$2,000/month for comfortable living.
Full Vietnam DNV guideVietnam doesn't have a dedicated nomad visa. Most nomads use 90-day e-visa with multiple entries, or DN1/DN2 (investor) visas. Visa runs to Cambodia/Thailand common.
Cost of Living in Ho Chi Minh City
Cost data verified May 2026Best Neighborhoods for Nomads
District 1
Tourist center, walkable, central
Thao Dien (District 2)
Expat hub, international vibe
District 3
Local feel, food, cafes
District 7 (Phu My Hung)
Modern, planned, family-friendly
Internet & Infrastructure
Coworking & cafés in Ho Chi Minh City
8 verified workspaces · cross-checked against Google Places & reviewed manually · no paid placements
Things to Do in Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam War history experience
Floating markets and rural life
Local nomad spaces
Best Vietnamese sandwiches
Skyline views with cocktails
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Very low cost of living
- Exceptional Vietnamese cuisine
- E-visa easy 90-day stays
- Strong coffee culture
- Energetic, dynamic city
- Cheap motorbike transport
Cons
- Air pollution (high AQI most days)
- Chaotic traffic (motorbikes everywhere)
- Tropical heat year-round
- Limited English outside expat areas
- No long-term nomad visa (must renew every 90 days)
- Internet speeds slower than other Asian hubs