Moving to
Vietnam
The real numbers for Vietnam: take-home pay after tax, the true cost of living in Ho Chi Minh City, and how expats and nomads get a visa.
Take-home pay
Net salary in Vietnam after income tax and social security:
Progressive PIT 5–35% + ~10.5% social. Approximate.
Cost of living · Ho Chi Minh City
Visa
No dedicated nomad visa; many use business/e-visas or long tourist stays.
Generally safe — usual traveller caution applies.
Dial 113 · ambulance 115 for police, ambulance or fire.
Get paid in your home currency, spend in VND, skip the ~3% bank markup.
Nomad-friendly cover that works from day one — most visas require it.
Moving to Vietnam — FAQ
Is there income tax in Vietnam?
Yes. Vietnam taxes income on progressive brackets. On a $60,000 salary the effective rate is about 34.8%, leaving roughly $39,140.
Can digital nomads get a visa for Vietnam?
Vietnam has no dedicated digital-nomad visa. No dedicated nomad visa; many use business/e-visas or long tourist stays.
How much does it cost to live in Ho Chi Minh City?
A single person needs roughly $900/month in Ho Chi Minh City, and a family around $2,000/month, all-in.