Vietnam Visa Fee & Cost Updates
Vietnam recently introduced 90-day e-visa cycles costing up to $50 and will overhaul personal income tax brackets for expats starting July 2026. The Ministry of Finance is also raising the freelance tax withholding threshold to 5 million VND and doubling the tax-exempt revenue limit for small household businesses to 1 billion VND. These fiscal changes coincide with rising rental costs in Ho Chi Minh City and the launch of ExpatsLIST interactive tax calculators.
Vietnam remote workers pay up to $50 for 90-day e-visa cycles
Rising hidden costs and tiered pricing for foreigners in Vietnam are eroding the country's reputation as a budget-friendly destination. Digital nomads face significantly higher rents and service fees that challenge the sustainability of long-term stays in 2026.
Record 10.6 million foreign visitors to Vietnam strain short-term rental market
Vietnam saw a record-breaking surge in international visitors through May, signaling a full recovery of the tourism sector. For digital nomads and expats, this increased demand is driving up short-term rental prices and reducing availability in popular hubs like Da Nang and Hoi An.
Vietnam raises freelance tax withholding threshold to 5 million VND
Vietnam's Ministry of Finance is proposing to raise the income threshold for 10% tax withholding on freelance work from 2 million to 5 million VND. This change would reduce the immediate tax burden and administrative paperwork for digital nomads and expats performing short-term local contracts.
Vietnam FDI surge drives 130% jump in Ho Chi Minh City rental searches
Rising FDI and corporate demand are driving up rents for high-end and serviced apartments in Ho Chi Minh City, a key regional hub for digital nomads.
Vietnam Overhauls Personal Income Tax Brackets for Expats Starting July 2026
Vietnam has revised its personal income tax framework, adjusting thresholds and exemptions for foreign residents. These changes affect how international earnings are taxed for expats and digital nomads living in the country.
Vietnam doubles tax exemption threshold to 1 billion VND for small firms
Vietnam is updating its personal income tax framework, significantly raising the tax-exempt revenue threshold for individuals and household businesses. Expats and nomads with local side income or small-scale business activities in Vietnam may benefit from these higher exemption limits starting in 2026.
ExpatsLIST Streamlines the Move to Vietnam
ExpatsLIST has introduced a suite of 41 interactive tools designed to assist foreigners moving to or living in Vietnam. The platform includes visa requirement checkers, tax calculators, and cost-of-living engines to help nomads and expats manage their financial and legal obligations.