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Vung Tau, Vietnam 🇻🇳
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Nomad Score:
67%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very affordable compared to Western standards; low prices for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
84%
Weight: 80
Reasonably priced apartments and guesthouses, especially outside peak tourist seasons.
🍎 Food & Groceries
91%
Weight: 40
Local markets and street food offer very cheap and fresh options; groceries are affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Motorbike rentals and local buses are inexpensive; taxis and ride-hailing apps are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are budget-friendly but somewhat limited compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable but fewer in number; some upscale gyms are pricier.
💱 Currency Stability
65%
Weight: 30
Vietnamese Dong is relatively stable but subject to regional economic fluctuations.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Generally reliable 4G and fiber internet with speeds around 30-50 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
63%
Weight: 40
Limited number of coworking spaces compared to major Vietnamese cities like Ho Chi Minh City.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work sessions.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to nomads but fewer dedicated spaces with power outlets and quiet environments.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
51%
Weight: 100
Less popular among digital nomads compared to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, but growing interest.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
83%
Weight: 30
Relaxed coastal lifestyle supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Coastal air quality is decent but occasional pollution from traffic and industry.
🧼 Cleanliness
62%
Weight: 10
Public areas are moderately clean but street litter can be common.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Limited English proficiency outside tourist areas; basic Vietnamese knowledge helpful.
💨 Air Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Generally acceptable air quality with occasional haze during dry season.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Limited international schools and family-oriented amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
59%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities available; serious cases require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Medical services are affordable but quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; limited advanced care locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters; rainy season can be intense.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
50%
Weight: 10
Some risk of typhoons and flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Some parks and beach areas but limited urban green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
82%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations and public places.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
34%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and street vendors, especially in central areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
87%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with festivals, cuisine, and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Modest nightlife scene focused on bars and beach clubs; quieter than major cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Beaches, hiking spots, and nearby islands offer good outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
57%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Various tours available including boat trips, fishing, and cultural excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
89%
Weight: 25
Excellent local Vietnamese cuisine with fresh seafood and street food.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
UTC+7 is convenient for Asia-Pacific and some European time zones.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
52%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; informal meetups occasionally organized.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Emerging but still underdeveloped freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Basic coworking spaces with essential amenities; fewer premium options.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
43%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity compared to major Vietnamese cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments growing but cash still dominant.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest; regulatory environment cautious but improving.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Ho Chi Minh City, about 2 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
38%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options within the city.
🚶 Walkability
55%
Weight: 20
Walkable in central areas but infrastructure can be uneven.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Grab widely used and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited dedicated lanes and safety concerns.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
72%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to major cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
85%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are common and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work well despite some government restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi; mostly available in cafes and hotels.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas are straightforward; longer stays require more paperwork.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Complex tax regulations for foreigners; limited incentives for nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
35%
Weight: 15
Restricted compared to Western countries; government controls media.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable one-party state with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires significant documentation and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
58%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks infrastructure and community compared to bigger cities.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; community still small.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Some presence on social media and forums but limited local groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Safe for women but cultural norms require some caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional misunderstandings with foreigners.