Vietnam Expat Hub

Vietnam now treats overseas Vietnamese as a "strategic national resource" to fuel its economy, with Tô Lâm's Australia-NZ visit serving as the first...

Communist Vietnam is betting on Korean-style 'chaebols' to boost growth.

• Tourist e-visa limits: No work authorization; gray zone with shifting enforcement risk
• Phu Quoc option: 30 days free, island-only, open to...

• Strategic upgrade: Australia and Vietnam deepen their comprehensive partnership, targeting supply chains in minerals, semiconductors and clean...

Vietnam is intensifying oversight of its gold sector through fresh inspections revealing violations at major firms.

• Key findings: Companies...

Overseas Vietnamese facing urgent flights need precise, fast action.

• Verify documents immediately: Confirm airline requirements and passport...

Vietnam's new policies target digital citizenship and tech industry growth by 2030, creating pathways for skilled overseas Vietnamese to engage with...

If you overstay your Vietnam visa, report immediately to the local immigration office or Ministry of Public Security to settle fines and avoid extra...

Vietnam's draft Food Safety Law, set to replace the 2010 version, introduces major changes for food businesses starting 2027.

• Traceability rules:...

Overseas Vietnamese planning returns should note simplified 2026 extension rules under Decree 219/2025/ND-CP.

• Eligibility: Apply 10–45 days before...

• Visa and tax shifts make true costs more complex than basic rent and food.
• Remote workers can live comfortably on USD 1,200–2,000 monthly.
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Vietnam's first utility-scale battery storage system is now live in Hanoi, boosting grid reliability by storing off-peak power for evening use.

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Overseas Vietnamese using emergency passports face strict checks before boarding or entry.

• Confirm the exact document type is accepted by Vietnam...

Americans eyeing Vietnam get a low-cost lifestyle paired with strict tax residency rules.

• Tax residency hits at 183 days or permanent residence,...

Visa exemption targets overseas Vietnamese and their spouses/children, requiring proof of Vietnamese origin and delivering up to 5 years of multiple...

Your ability to freelance in the US hinges on immigration status, not just residency rights. F-1 students face strict limits and need prior...

Approximately 5,000 households in Hung Yen province are losing farmland and homes to a US$1.5 billion resort project tied to the Trump family.

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Vietnam's e-commerce market hit US$38.5 billion in 2025 with 21% growth, yet the new E-Commerce Law effective July 2026 forces platforms into...

Vietnam is advancing a dual-track digital transformation that could streamline admin tasks for overseas Vietnamese planning a return.

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US customs officials are conducting spot inspections at China-linked factories in Vietnam, checking documents, raw material sources, and production...