I-Passport Index
Asia-Pacific

Vietnam

Baseline rank
#15 / 116
Baseline score
69.8
Factor scores

How Vietnam performs

Tax

80.9
Very strong

Average taxes. Vietnam sits mid-table on tax, 52nd of 123. Expect a typical tax bill: neither a reason to move here nor a reason to stay away. Personal income tax 5-35%, corporate tax 10-50%, VAT 10%.

Source: Heritage Foundation, Index of Economic Freedom (Tax Burden sub-score)

Safety

65.2
Strong

Safe. Vietnam is safer and more stable than most countries we cover (37th of 117).

Source: Institute for Economics and Peace, Global Peace Index

Cost of Living

92.5
Very strong

Very affordable. Vietnam is one of the cheapest places to live in the index, 13th of 118. Your money goes a long way here.

Source: Numbeo Cost of Living Index

Education

40.7
Weak

Average education. Education is mid-table: Vietnam is 61st of 120.

Source: UNDP & MBRF, Global Knowledge Index

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Tax and citizenship

The detail behind the scores

Taxation

Corporate income tax 10-50% Applicable tax rate varies based on nature of the business
Personal income tax 5-35% Applicable tax rate varies based on the amount of income and residency status
Standard VAT 10%

Rates change without notice. Confirm with the relevant tax authority before acting.

Naturalization Requirements and Immigration Pathway

Residence for naturalization
5 years
Language requirement
Yes
Proficiency in Vietnamese language
Investment Immigration Pathways
Vietnam Investor visa DT3 Program
Vietnam investment visa DT4
Official language
Vietnamese
Dual citizenship
Allows with conditions
Pathways

2 immigration pathways

Vietnam Investor visa DT3 Program
Minimum investment: USD 150,000Processing time: 4-6 Months
Program details
Vietnam investment visa DT4
Minimum investment: USD 70,000Processing time: 4-6 Months
Program details

Program terms change. Always confirm the current rules with the issuing authority before acting. This page is informational and is not legal or tax advice.

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