What is the healthcare system like in Vietnam?

Vietnam has a healthcare quality index of 71/100. A doctor visit is listed as 400,000-800,000 VND, and private health insurance is listed as Approx. 1-2.5 million VND/month. A comparable national English-speaker percentage is not available.

What is the climate like in Vietnam?

Vietnam has an average temperature of 24.2. The comparable climate indicator records 63 wet days of at least 10 mm per year. Sunshine hours and preferred travel months are not included in this dataset.

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Retire in Vietnam

Retirement planning in Vietnam depends on its local cost levels, healthcare coverage, safety record, climate, and residence rules. This page combines comparable national indicators with city-level planning ranges.

At a glance Costs and planning

68.8Overall research score

95.8Safety index

At a glance

The first numbers to check before you compare destinations.

Cost of living8.2/100Relative PPP score; lower is cheaper

Safety95.8/100Safety index

Healthcare71/100Quality index

Average temperature24.2°CYearly average

Why Vietnam

A practical starting point for deciding whether the country fits your plans.

Whether Vietnam fits your retirement depends on budget, healthcare eligibility, climate preferences, and the residence route available to you. Compare the city ranges and verify current rules before moving.

What stands out

Very low cost of living
Affordable services.

Costs and planning

Monthly essentials, taxes, and residency details in one view.

Housing

One bedroom, city center: 12-18 million VND
One bedroom, suburbs: 9-15 million VND
Three bedrooms, city center: 22-35 million VND

Monthly essentials

Groceries: 6-9 million VND
Restaurant meal: Varies by city and provider
Utilities: 2-3.5 million VND
Health insurance: Approx. 1-2.5 million VND/month

Residency and taxes

Visa or permit: No dedicated retirement visa; long-term stay requires another eligible visa or temporary-residence route
Minimum annual income: Not listed
Processing time: Varies by pathway
Income tax: Progressive up to 35%. CGT: 2% on property sale. Inherit: 0.5−10%.

Safety, climate, and healthcare

The conditions that shape everyday life after the move.

Safety

Safety index: 95.8/100
Intentional homicide: 0.020 per 1,000 (latest comparable national rate)
Police response: Not published as a comparable national statistic; varies by city

Climate and healthcare

Sunshine: Not listed
Rainfall days ≥10 mm: 63 days per year
Doctor visit: 400,000-800,000 VND
English speakers: Not available as a comparable national statistic

Cities to consider in Vietnam

Start with the places that make the country feel real, not just the national averages.

Da Nang

My Khe Beach, Marble Mountains

Rent: 8-12 million VND/month
Safety: 75

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Hanoi

Hoan Kiem Lake, Old Quarter

Rent: 12-18 million VND/month
Safety: 70

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Ho Chi Minh City

War Remnants Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral

Rent: 12-18 million VND/month
Safety: 60

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Nha Trang

Beachfront city with long sandy coastline, Lower cost of living than many Western beach towns

Rent: 9-18 million VND/month
Safety: 75

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Frequently asked questions

Common questions about retiring in Vietnam

What is the cost of living in Vietnam?

The relative PPP price-level score for Vietnam is 8.2/100 (lower means lower relative prices). Monthly rent for a one bedroom apartment in the city center is listed as 12-18 million VND, while health insurance is Approx. 1-2.5 million VND/month.

Is Vietnam safe for expats and retirees?

Vietnam has a safety index of 95.8/100. The latest comparable national intentional-homicide rate is 0.020 per 1,000 people; city-level crime can differ substantially.

How is the healthcare system in Vietnam?

The healthcare system in Vietnam has a quality index of 71/100. A doctor visit costs 400,000-800,000 VND, and health insurance typically costs Approx. 1-2.5 million VND/month per month.

What are the visa requirements for retiring in Vietnam?

Vietnam lists the route “No dedicated retirement visa; long-term stay requires another eligible visa or temporary-residence route”. The published minimum-income field is not a single fixed annual amount and processing is Varies by pathway. Requirements can change, so confirm them with the relevant government office.

What is the tax situation for retirees in Vietnam?

Retirees in Vietnam face income tax rates of Progressive up to 35%. CGT: 2% on property sale. Inherit: 0.5−10%.. Property tax is No broad recurring residential property tax; land-use and transaction taxes may apply and inheritance tax is Inheritance tax depends on asset and relationship; exemptions apply. Where applicable, tax treaties can affect double-taxation treatment.

How large is the expat community in Vietnam?

Vietnam has approximately 326,418 international migrants in the latest comparable estimate. A comparable national English-speaker percentage is not available. Major city profiles include Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang.