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Temporary Residence Registration for Foreigners in Vietnam
01 Oct, 2025
Foreigners in Vietnam must register residence within 24–48h or apply for a TRC (1–5 years) for long-term stays. Ensure compliance, avoid fines.
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Overview of Temporary Residence in Vietnam
01 Oct, 2025
Foreigners in Vietnam must register residence: short-term within 24–48h, or get a TRC (1–5 years) for work/investment. Avoid fines, ensure legal stay.
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Temporary Residence Registration in Vietnam
01 Oct, 2025
Temporary residence registration in Vietnam is mandatory for foreigners. Landlords must declare within 24h; tenants provide passport, visa, and lease. Non-compliance risks fines.
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Maximizing Your Investment: Understanding Real Estate Taxes for Foreign Buyers in Vietnam
01 Oct, 2025
Foreign buyers in Vietnam face 10% VAT, 0.5% registration fee, 5% PIT + 5% VAT on rentals, and 2% PIT on transfers. Smart tax planning maximizes long-term returns.
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A Guide to Tax Obligations for Non-Resident Property Owners in Vietnam
01 Oct, 2025
Non-resident property owners in Vietnam pay 2% PIT on sales, 5% PIT + 5% VAT on rentals (if >100M VND/year), plus fees. DTAs help avoid double taxation
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Tax Policy on Personal House Rental in Vietnam
01 Oct, 2025
Tax on personal house rentals in Vietnam: 5% VAT, 5% PIT, plus license fee (300k–1M VND/year). Exempt if income <100M VND/year. Clear filing ensures compliance.
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Legal Guidance for Foreigners Renting Property in Vietnam
01 Oct, 2025
Legal guidance for foreigners renting in Vietnam: know rental contracts, landlord tax duties (5% PIT, 5% VAT), and residence registration to ensure safe, compliant stays.
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Rental Property Tax for Individual Owners (Local and Expat) in Vietnam
01 Oct, 2025
Rental property tax in Vietnam applies to locals and expats: PIT 5%, VAT 5% (if >100M VND/year), plus license fee. Compliance avoids fines, ensures secure leasing.
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Affordable housing in Vietnam – a regional comparison
01 Oct, 2025
Affordable housing in Vietnam stays competitive regionally: HCMC units cost $2,500–5,000/m², rentals $600–1,200/month. Nearby provinces offer 20–40% lower prices.
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Cost of Living in Vietnam | Ho Chi Minh City 2025 Guide
01 Oct, 2025
HCMC’s 2025 living costs remain affordable vs. global cities: rent $350–2,500+, meals $2–50, transport $40–250/month. Flexible for students, pros, and families.
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Best Areas to Stay in Ho Chi Minh City (2025 Guide)
01 Oct, 2025
HCMC offers diverse living options: District 1 for city buzz, Thao Dien & Phu My Hung for expats, Binh Thanh & Phu Nhuan for value, Thu Duc & Nha Be for growth.
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Ho Chi Minh City Marketbeat – Residential Real Estate Report 2025
01 Oct, 2025
HCMC’s 2025 residential market shows strong demand, steady supply, rising prices (3–7% forecast), and expat-driven rentals—legal limits remain a challenge.
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