foreigners in vietnam

foreigners in vietnam

Japanese coach ends stint with Vietnam U20 after Asian qualifiers

Japanese coach Yutaka Ikeuchi has reportedly ended his role with Vietnam U20 following the team’s unsuccessful 2027 AFC U20 Asian Cup qualifying campaign.

Police clear rush-hour traffic to save British tourist in Quang Ninh

A British tourist fainted during rush hour in Quang Ninh, prompting traffic police to use a patrol motorcycle to rush her to hospital through heavy traffic.

US tourist receives timely emergency care at Lao Bao International Border Gate

The Lao Bao International Border Gate Guard Station in Quang Tri on August 28 reported that its officers had promptly assisted and provided emergency care to a US tourist who suffered a possible mild stroke while conducting entry procedures.

American chef starts over in Vietnam with $3.30 banh mi

At a small Ho Chi Minh City shop, an American chef is putting his own spin on Vietnam’s iconic banh mi, selling out batches in as little as 30 minutes.

Swiss woman in Vietnam devotes herself to adopted children at Maison Chance

After traveling overland to Vietnam at the age of 19, a young Swiss woman experienced unexpected encounters that led her to forego marriage, dedicating her life to her adopted Vietnamese children.

Korean tourist thanks Ho Chi Minh City police after river rescue

A South Korean tourist rescued from a river in Ho Chi Minh City has written a heartfelt letter thanking police for saving his life and helping him through a period of severe distress.

Russian bride discovers a golden Vietnamese wedding tradition

A Russian bride was surprised when relatives presented her with gold jewelry at her wedding in Quang Tri, a tradition far removed from Russian weddings, where cash is the more common gift.

Police identify suspect in US woman’s alleged rape in Phu Tho

Police in northern Vietnam’s Phu Tho Province have launched criminal proceedings against a Hanoi man after a young American woman reported that she had been raped during a trip to a resort in July.

Taiwanese groom in late 60s weds Vietnamese partner after decade together

After living together under one roof for 10 years, a middle-aged couple have celebrated a fulfilling wedding in their later years, surrounded by blessings from their children and relatives.

Vietnam takes effective steps to build seamless digital ecosystem for foreigners

From applying for e-visas and registering for digital identification to accessing online public services, foreigners in Vietnam are enjoying increasingly convenient experiences as the country advances its digital transformation.

Swiss woman finds a family in the Vietnamese children she calls her own

Aline Rebeaud arrived in Vietnam after a year-long overland journey from Switzerland. More than three decades later, the children she has cared for here are the family she chose.

French groom brings horse-drawn carriages to pick up bride in Thai Nguyen

A French groom who has grown fond of Vietnamese culture proposed an unusual idea for a wedding ceremony - arriving with a convoy of horse-drawn carriages carrying traditional engagement gifts.

Korean tourist stunned by Vietnamese fruit seller's fluent Korean

A chance encounter between a South Korean content creator and a Vietnamese fruit seller fluent in Korean has captivated millions online, highlighting the unexpected cultural connections found on the streets of Ho Chi Minh City.

Can Tho man marries German bride, wedding guests captivated by her beauty

The German bride's graceful appearance drew widespread admiration from guests at the wedding. With the blessings of both families, the couple celebrated the marriage they had long dreamed of.

Foreigners experience Vietnam’s digital government through level-2 e-ID services

Since July 2025, immigration authorities have processed 84,831 applications, with Republic of Korean, Chinese and Japanese nationals accounting for the largest numbers of registered users.

Cho Hae Ryong: The Korean voice captivating Vietnamese audiences

Korean soprano Cho Hae Ryong has become a familiar face on Vietnamese stages, earning praise for her crystal-clear voice and remarkably natural Vietnamese pronunciation despite not speaking the language fluently.

A 20-hour journey leads to love for American and Vietnamese couple

After spending hundreds of hours talking through video calls, an American man and his Vietnamese girlfriend finally shared an emotional first meeting at Da Nang International Airport.

French runner touched by Vietnamese hospitality on cross-country journey

After completing the first 1,000km run from VN's northernmost point to its southern tip, French student Joal Paillaud says the greatest reward is not the physical achievement, but the warmth, generosity and hospitality of the Vietnamese people.

Japanese man wins back Vietnamese ex-wife with a single sentence

The story of a Vietnamese-Japanese couple who reunited after breaking up offers a powerful lesson about communication, empathy and compromise in marriage.

200-guest wedding leaves German groom thinking he walked into a music concert

When stepping into the banquet hall, Michael and his father were so stunned that they thought they had entered the wrong room, so they turned back. Only when the groomsmen pulled him back did he realize it was the venue for his own wedding.