a premium relocation guide
Vietnam Deep Dive
Everything you need to plan a relocation to Vietnam. Full neighbourhood profiles across Hanoi, HCMC, Da Nang, Hoi An and Nha Trang; complete school, healthcare, visa, cost and property chapters; downloads, calculators and the full step-by-step relocation timeline.
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What this guide does that social media can't.
Most relocation content stops at inspiration. This guide focuses on implementation — helping you understand whether moving abroad is genuinely possible for your situation.
Inside you'll find
- Real relocation costs
- Family, couple and individual budget examples
- Visa and residency pathways
- Schools and education guidance
- Healthcare recommendations
- Area-by-area location comparisons
- UK property considerations
- Relocation timelines and planning tools
- Practical recommendations and resources
- Clear next steps if you decide to move forward
The internet is great for inspiration. This guide is designed for decision-making.
Built for real relocation decisions.
These guides are designed for people seriously considering a move abroad. They bring together the information that is usually scattered across dozens of videos, blog posts and forum discussions into a single structured resource.
The objective is simple: help you understand whether relocation is achievable, affordable and right for your family — before you make any expensive decisions.
who it's for
- UK families weighing this destination seriously
- Remote workers looking past the brochure
- Buyers wanting equity, schools and tax laid out plainly
who it's not for
- Anyone wanting a one-paragraph cost summary
- Tax / immigration advice (we flag, we don't advise)
- Holiday-mode browsers — this is an operating manual
what's included
- 20 editorial chapters · ~70 min read
- Real neighbourhoods, real costs, real timelines
- 5 downloadable planners & worksheets
- Lifetime access. All future updates included.
inside this guide
A complete relocation publication.
Written as a single editorial document, not a website of chapter buttons. Read it cover-to-cover, or jump to the part of the move you're stuck on.
- 01Overview
- 02At a Glance
- 03Who This Destination Suits
- 04Daily Life
- 05Best Areas To Live
- 06Affordability & Cost Of Living
- 07UK Property & Funding The Move
- 08Visas & Residency
- 09Schools & Family Life
- 10SEN & Additional Needs
- 11Healthcare
- 12Renting Property
- 13Buying Property
- 14Banking & Money
- 15Driving & Transport
- 16Remote Working
- 17Community & Settling In
- 18Climate & Seasons
- 19Common Mistakes
- 20Step-by-Step Relocation Timeline
included with purchase
Downloadable resources
Premium planners, comparison sheets and worksheets — branded and built for this destination. Unlocked the moment you purchase.
Vietnam Cost-of-Living Worksheet
Interactive family budget calculator with low/mid/high ranges for Da Nang, HCMC and Hanoi.
Included with purchase
Vietnam Visa Document Checklist
Editable PDF with tick boxes for DN1, TT family, LD work permit and DT investor routes — plus a notes field per route.
Included with purchase
Vietnam International Schools Comparison Matrix
Side-by-side breakdown of BIS HCMC, ISHCMC, SSIS, UNIS Hanoi, BIS Hanoi and Da Nang options — fees, capital costs, exam boards, waitlist reality.
Included with purchase
UK Property Decision Tree (Vietnam edition)
Sell / let / remortgage decision framework tuned for 1-2, 3-5, and 5+ year horizons abroad, with the VND overlay.
Included with purchase
Vietnam Pre-Move Timeline Planner
T-9 to Month 12 month-by-month checklist with editable notes per month — the same plan we use with families on calls.
Included with purchase
before you buy
Most-asked questions
Is Vietnam safe for British families?+
Yes. Violent crime against foreigners is rare. Petty theft (phone/bag snatches from scooters) is the main risk in HCMC and Hanoi — basic precautions handle it. Road safety is the genuine concern; a scooter lesson and helmets are non-negotiable.
How long can we stay on the 90-day e-visa?+
The e-visa gives 90 days multi-entry, so you can leave and re-enter within the validity. It cannot be extended in-country; for longer stays you convert to a TRC (employment, business or family sponsorship) before it expires.
What is the realistic monthly cost for a family of four?+
£3,400-£5,200 for a comfortable Western standard with two children in a mid-tier international school. Strip schools out and the same family lives well on £2,200-£3,200. London cost equivalent is roughly 2.5-3x.
Will my children integrate quickly?+
Yes, faster than the adults usually. International schools have constant rotation so new kids are normal, and Vietnamese children are warm and curious. Most British kids settle within 4-8 weeks. Teenagers (14+) find it harder than primary-age children.
Can I keep my UK job and work from Vietnam?+
Technically yes, and many people do. Practically: time zone (GMT+7), tax residence (183-day rule), employer permission and your professional indemnity cover all matter. Have the conversation with HR, your accountant and a specialist before you fly.
What about NHS access if we come back?+
You retain rights as a UK citizen but become ordinarily resident again only on return. Keep a UK address, register with a GP, and avoid letting NHS dental/optical lapse if you can. Plan to be insured privately for the first 3-6 months back while you re-establish.
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