Vietnam Index

Moving with a Pet to Vietnam
Prepare for your move to Vietnam with a pet. Understand the vaccination needs, travel details, and item restrictions in Vietnam. This essential guide helps you navigate the process of moving with your pet and reduce the chance of unnecessary complications.

Christmas in Vietnam
Learn how people celebrate Christmas and the New Year in Vietnam - traditions, food, church, gift exchange and more.

Culture Shock in Vietnam
If you're planning a move to Vietnam, or have recently settled there, it's natural to encounter some culture shock as you adjust to your new surroundings. Our insightful article is designed to help you navigate this transition smoothly. It offers practical tips and draws on the experiences of fellow expats.who have successfully embraced the cultural nuances of Vietnam.

Homeschooling in Vietnam
If you're moving with kids to Vietnam and homeschooling is something you're considering, it's important to do your research and learn about homeschooling in Vietnam.

How to Enroll Your Children in School in Vietnam
If you're a newcomer in Vietnam and enrolling your children in school in Vietnam, here's how:

Educational System in Vietnam
The one tip that you hear expats.living in Vietnam repeatedly sharing with newcomers is not to buy a home when you first move to Vietnam. Rent for a few months or longer so that you have time to find the right neighborhood. Give yourself time to ensure that Vietnam is right for you for the long term. If you've already taken time to do those things and are ready to take the plunge and become a property owner, here are tips about buying a home in Vietnam.

10 Things to Know Before Moving to Vietnam
If you're planning a move to Vietnam, here are 10 things expats.living there wish they had known before moving to Vietnam.

Buying a Home in Vietnam
The one tip that you hear expats.living in Vietnam repeatedly sharing with newcomers is not to buy a home when you first move to Vietnam. Rent for a few months or longer so that you have time to find the right neighborhood. Give yourself time to ensure that Vietnam is right for you for the long term. If you've already taken time to do those things and are ready to take the plunge and become a property owner, here are tips about buying a home in Vietnam.

How to Rent a Home in Vietnam
Renting a home in Vietnam for the first time can be daunting. You probably have so many questions: Do I need a lawyer? Do rentals come with appliances? How do I find good rentals? How do I choose the right neighborhood? The list goes on and on. Here are answers to some of the top questions plus insight from our members living in Vietnam.

Getting a Driver's License in Vietnam
Here's a primer on how to get your driver's license in Vietnam.

Living in Vietnam or on Vacation - You've Got to Try a Non-La
Peter Goudge explains all about Vietnam's iconic hat, the non-la, and how it ties into the South East Asian nation's history, folk lore and every day life. There's a lot more to this simple hat than meets the eye!

5 Great Places to Retire in Asia
We asked expats.and searched our forums for recommendations about where to retire in Asia. We pinpointed countries with affordable costs of living and have five great retirement locations. Please add your recommendations in the comments section!

Living in Vietnam: My Fallback Food Places in Hanoi
15 Year Old Blogger and student in Hanoi, Vietnam, Jemimah Beardwood, shares some great food places in Hanoi, Vietnam.

Cost of Living in Vietnam
Real estate professional Dylan Nguyen offers an overview of the cost of living in Vietnam.