Health & Safety
Vaccines:Hep A, Typhoid
Water:Do NOT drink tap water.
βPharmacies are easy to find. Air pollution can be high in cities.β
π»π³ Vietnam
Where East Meets West
Ha Long Bay
Southeast Asia
Hanoi
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Ho Chi Minh City
Southeast Asia
Hoi An
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Vietnam
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Essential Travel Info for Vietnam
Visa Requirements
EU Citizens:Visa exemption for some (45 days) or E-Visa (90 days).
Others:E-Visa (90 days) required for most.
Internet & SIM
Quality:Good 4G in cities.
Action:Viettel has best coverage.
Money & Tipping
Cash vs Card:Cash is king. Cards only in hotels/malls/high-end dining.
Tipping:Not expected.
Getting Around
Apps:Grab, Gojek, Be
Drive:Drive on the RIGHT. Traffic is chaotic.
Buses and sleeper trains. Grab Bike is popular.
Safety: Safe
Safe. Watch for phone snatching in HCMC.
SOS:113 (Police)
Climate & Weather
Day
30Β°C
Night
23Β°C
Sunny Hours:5β7 hours/day
North cool in winter. South hot year-round. Monsoons vary.
Electricity
220V β’ Types A / C / F (two pins).
Local Etiquette
- β’Dress modestly in temples.
- β’Remove shoes indoors.
- β’Don't rush.