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Moving to Vietnam comes with lots of moving parts. With the right information, it’s simpler than you might think. Get answers to your questions on our blog.

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30 September 20263-Minute Read

How to extend your visa in Vietnam without leaving

Want to stay longer without a visa run? What the rules say about e-visas, exemptions, changing visa type and moving to a residence card.

John Bourdon
30 September 20263-Minute Read

Temporary Residence Card: the complete guide

Who can get a Temporary Residence Card, how long it lasts, which documents you need and how to avoid the most common delays.

John Bourdon
30 September 20263-Minute Read

Cost of living in Da Nang for expats

Rent, utilities, transport, food and insurance in Da Nang, with a sample monthly budget for a couple living near the beach.

John Bourdon
30 September 20263-Minute Read

Choosing an international school in Ho Chi Minh City

How Ho Chi Minh City's international schools compare on curriculum, area and published fees, plus when to apply and what to ask.

John Bourdon
30 September 20263-Minute Read

Opening a bank account as a foreigner

The documents Vietnamese banks usually ask for, how your address and tax code fit in, and how to open an account yourself or with our help.

John Bourdon
30 September 20263-Minute Read

Renting an apartment in Hanoi

Hanoi's main expat neighbourhoods, typical rents, deposits and leases, what landlords ask for, and how to search, even from abroad.

John Bourdon
30 September 20263-Minute Read

Healthcare and insurance in Vietnam

How public and private healthcare work in Vietnam, what care costs, how to choose health insurance and what to know about pharmacies.

John Bourdon
30 September 20262-Minute Read

Setting up a company in Vietnam

The main steps to open a company in Vietnam, how the investor visa tiers work, and what to plan for on tax before you move.

John Bourdon
30 September 20263-Minute Read

Moving to Vietnam with pets

The documents, timing, travel options and arrival process for bringing your dog or cat to Vietnam, with no quarantine if the paperwork is right.

John Bourdon