Guides
Living & doing business in Vietnam
Practical, plain-language guides for individuals and businesses — and the verified professionals who can help you get each one done.
Vietnam Work Permit Guide for Foreigners
Who needs a Vietnam work permit, the job categories and documents required, the application process, validity, and renewal.
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Flying a drone in Vietnam: registration, permits and no-fly zones
Vietnam's drone rules were rewritten in 2025 and 2026. Every aircraft must now be registered whatever it weighs, permits come from the Ministry of National Defence, and a foreign operator needs a Vietnamese guarantor. Here is how the regime actually works.
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Can you import used personal belongings to Vietnam? (2026 customs guide)
What used belongings you can and can’t bring into Vietnam under Decree 69/2018/ND-CP — the documents foreigners need, airport declaration, timing rules, and duties.
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Best airports to fly into Vietnam (for your itinerary)
Planning a trip to Vietnam? Understanding the country’s main international airports makes it much easier to choose flights, plan connections, and decide where to land for business, remote work, or holidays.
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Can Foreigners Ride a Motorbike in Vietnam? Licences, Rules & Safety
Who can legally ride a motorbike in Vietnam as a foreigner: which International Driving Permits and licences are recognised, the road rules, a pre-ride safety checklist, and how to convert a foreign licence.
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How to Fill Out Vietnam's Health Declaration Form (July 2026)
Vietnam has introduced its arrival health declaration. Here's every field explained in plain English, so you can complete it with confidence even if you don't read Vietnamese.
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Vietnam's Pre-Arrival Declaration: A 2026 Guide for Travellers
Vietnam now requires an online Pre-Arrival Declaration at its major international airports. Here's who must complete it, at which airports, how to file it, and how to avoid delays at immigration.
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