Best cities to live in Vietnam (2026)
1 city ranked by Livability Score — affordability, safety, internet, democracy & climate.
❓ Living in Vietnam — Common Questions
What is the best city to live in Vietnam?▾
Based on our Livability Score, Da Nang ranks #1 in Vietnam with a score of 68/100, and city-centre rent from around $475/month.
What is the safest city in Vietnam?▾
By UNODC homicide rate data, Da Nang is the safest city in Vietnam in our database, with a rate of 1.5 per 100,000 people.
How do I get long-term residency or a visa to live in Vietnam?▾
Vietnam offers the Vietnam E-Visa (90-day) (moderate process). Duration: 90 days, multiple-entry — renew by re-applying. Key requirement: No digital-nomad visa exists — remote workers chain 90-day multiple-entry e-visas (US$25 single / US$50 multiple, applied online at evisa.gov.vn). A multi-year Temporary Residence Card needs a local employer, company, or a Vietnamese spouse.. The process is moderate difficulty. Check individual city pages for full details.
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