The expat guide
Living in Hanoi
Practical guides to daily life in Hanoi for foreign owners — international schools, healthcare, cost of living, neighbourhoods, transport, banking and safety.
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Banking for expats in Vietnam
How expats open and manage bank accounts in Vietnam: required documents, sending money abroad, and State Bank rules you need to know first.
Read more →Cost of living in Hanoi
What it really costs to live in Hanoi: rent, groceries, utilities, healthcare and lifestyle spend, with realistic monthly budgets for expats.
Read more →Getting around Hanoi: transport & metro
How to get around Hanoi: the new metro lines, Grab, electric taxis, buses and motorbikes — the fastest, safest option for every trip explained.
Read more →Hanoi climate and seasons
Hanoi's climate and seasons month by month: temperatures, rain, humidity, and the best time to visit or relocate to Vietnam's capital.
Read more →Safety in Hanoi for expats
Is Hanoi safe for expats and families? Crime rates, traffic risks, safest neighborhoods, and daily life tips for foreign property buyers.
Read more →Setting up utilities & internet in Hanoi
A complete guide for expats and foreign buyers on setting up and managing utilities, electricity, water, and high-speed internet in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Read more →Working in Vietnam as a foreigner
A comprehensive guide for expats working in Vietnam. Discover visa requirements, average salaries in Hanoi, work permits, and the local corporate culture.
Read more →neighbourhoods
Best expat neighbourhoods in Hanoi
Hanoi's best expat neighbourhoods compared: Tây Hồ, Ba Đình, Cầu Giấy and the new mega-townships — matched to lifestyle, budget and family needs.
Read more →Dining & leisure around West Lake
Where to eat, drink and unwind around Tây Hồ (West Lake): the best restaurants, cafés, bars and leisure spots for expats and property buyers.
Read more →Family life in Hanoi
Discover what family life in Hanoi looks like for expats. Explore international schools, healthcare, safety, and top neighbourhoods for your relocation.
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