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Vietnam doubles visa overstay penalties for foreigners to $1,520

Vietnam doubles visa overstay penalties for foreigners to $1,520

Vietnam has sharply increased fines for foreigners who overstay their permitted period of residence, with penalties now reaching up to VND40 million (US$1,520) under new government regulations taking effect on Dec. 15.
Vietnam rides into hearts of Irish couple on bicycle

Vietnam rides into hearts of Irish couple on bicycle

Two Americans win hearts in Vietnam after helping Da Nang battle floods

Two Americans win hearts in Vietnam after helping Da Nang battle floods

Vietnam ranks 5th best country for expats, yet many still stumble at work

Vietnam ranks 5th best country for expats, yet many still stumble at work

When newcomers land in Vietnam, it often feels like stepping into a maelstrom. The streets pulse with the hum of motorbikes, the air is rich with the smell of street food. For many, Vietnam is exciting, but also bewildering.
October 29, 2025 | 08:03 pm PT
What makes Vietnam a favorite destination for foreigners?

What makes Vietnam a favorite destination for foreigners?

Foreign visitors and expats have praised Vietnam for its safety, low cost of living, diverse cuisine, and stunning landscapes, while urging improvements to infrastructure and administrative procedures.
October 22, 2025 | 03:00 pm PT
From heartbreak to healing: how American man rebuilt his life in Vietnam

From heartbreak to healing: how American man rebuilt his life in Vietnam

At 36, American veteran Markeiz Ryan was struggling with depression when a friend invited him to visit Hanoi, a trip that would completely change his life.
October 11, 2025 | 08:56 pm PT
When street vendors turn tourist attractions

When street vendors turn tourist attractions

For visitors to Vietnam, the call of street vendors is more than a food alert: it is a charming soundscape that inspires them to explore and taste the city.
October 4, 2025 | 03:03 pm PT
What's drawing expats to Vietnam? Landing a teacher job tops the list

What's drawing expats to Vietnam? Landing a teacher job tops the list

Vietnam has climbed to 5th best place for expats worldwide, and the single most common reason people move to the country is to apply for or find a job on the ground — with much of that opportunity in education.
September 25, 2025 | 08:46 pm PT
Foreigners surprised by Vietnamese night-owl lifestyle

Foreigners surprised by Vietnamese night-owl lifestyle

Marek was startled and thought something serious had happened when a Vietnamese colleague asked him out for coffee at 11 p.m.
September 16, 2025 | 11:52 pm PT
Foreigners flee Hanoi’s choking air pollution

Foreigners flee Hanoi’s choking air pollution

William Gray packed up bag and baggage and moved out because he could no longer stand Hanoi’s “thick exhaust fumes and burning plastic stench.”
September 13, 2025 | 04:11 pm PT
Vietnam's spirit of solidarity on 80th National Day captivates int'l community

Vietnam's spirit of solidarity on 80th National Day captivates int'l community

Vietnam's 80th National Day celebrations unfolded Tuesday in a sea of red, with flags, flowers and beaming faces welcoming the biggest ever parade, creating a special atmosphere that touches not only the hearts of its own citizens but also those of foreign guests living in Hanoi.
September 2, 2025 | 12:22 am PT
Vietnam in 1997: British tourist recalls a nation healing from war and opening to the world

Vietnam in 1997: British tourist recalls a nation healing from war and opening to the world

Nearly three decades after a 21-day trip through Vietnam, a British traveler still keeps her faded tickets, brochures, and photographs - mementos that shaped an unforgettable adventure.
September 1, 2025 | 09:00 pm PT
From Koeln to Hanoi: German man’s deep love for Vietnam’s parades

From Koeln to Hanoi: German man’s deep love for Vietnam’s parades

In the last 16 years German man Jean Paul has visited Vietnam 15 times, four of them just to watch military parades.
August 28, 2025 | 09:12 pm PT
Foreigners can now get digital IDs in Vietnam

Foreigners can now get digital IDs in Vietnam

Vietnam has launched a 50-day campaign to issue digital identification accounts to foreigners living, working and studying in the country.
July 1, 2025 | 03:00 am PT
Eating Saigon like a local: the journey of a German TikToker

Eating Saigon like a local: the journey of a German TikToker

Since moving to Ho Chi Minh City, a young German's passion for Vietnamese cuisine goes beyond famous dishes as he explores family-run eateries and shares his local eating skills on TikTok.
June 28, 2025 | 08:00 pm PT
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