Halong Bay Tour Packages from Kerala

English is not commonly spoken in Vietnam. While traveling as tourists, we will mostly be communicating with the Vietnamese people working in the hospitality industry, who will be trained to speak fluently in English. Even though Statistics show that more than 50% of people in Vietnam speak English, it is not entirely true. While, People living in major cities speak English, local people living in rural areas don’t speak English. So, it is best advised that when you travel to Vietnam, know some words or phrases in Vietnam for basic communication.

Yes. As of 2023, Vietnam is considered a safe country for tourists. Crimes like petty, theft, snatching have decreased significantly over the years. However, it is best to ensure you keep all your personal belongings safe while exploring Vietnam.

The official currency of Vietnam is called Vietnamese Dong (VND). One Vietnamese Dong is equal to 0.00347 Indian Rupees. Make sure to have enough local Vietnam currency for smooth and hassle free transactions. The denominations of Vietnamese Dong are 100, 200, 500, 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000, 20,000, 50,000, 100,000, 200,000, 500,000 VND in notes. You can exchange Indian rupees for Vietnamese Dong in authorized Banks, Money changers and even in the airports while traveling to Vietnam.

Yes, Indians visiting Vietnam will need to have a valid Visa and a Passport. Indians have the provision, either to apply for a Visa beforehand or can also apply for Visa on Arrival.

It takes around 5 to 7 working days to get the Vietnam visa. You can apply either online or offline. The Visa on arrival provision will have a validity of 30 days from the date of arriving in Vietnam.

While planning a travel getaway, we have to ensure that all the necessary items are packed. Some essential items to be packed while traveling to Vietnam are, Passport and Visa, Cash and Credit Card, Travel backpack, Sun-screen lotion, Medicines, Band-aid and Bandages, Loose clothing, Rain jacket (incase of rain), Bug repellent, Sweater, Hiking shoes, Toiletries (Tissues, Shampoo, Toothpaste, toothbrush, Baby powder and Towel) and Electronics (phone charger, headphone, adapter, Camera, memory card and battery pack).