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Vietnam

Việt Nam
Capital
Hanoi
Population
98M
Area
331,212 km²
Language
Vietnamese

Vietnam is a country in Southeast Asia, Asia. Its capital is Hanoi, with a population of approximately 98M and a total area of 331,212 km². The official language is Vietnamese and the currency is the Đồng (VND).

📊 Quick Facts about Vietnam

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Population
98M
total residents
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Total Area
331,212 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
296/km²
people per km²
💰
GDP (nominal)
$409B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$4,160
per person
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Currency
Đồng (VND)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Vietnamese
official
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Coastline
3,444 km
total shore
🕐
Timezone
UTC+7
UTC offset
🎂
Independence
939
established
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Local Time in Hanoi

Vietnam covers an area of 331,212 km² with a population density of 296/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $409B ($4,160 per capita) and gained independence in 939. It has a coastline of 3,444 km.

Did You Know?

Vietnam is the world's second-largest coffee exporter. The country has the world's largest cave (Son Doong), large enough to fit a 40-storey building inside its main passage.

💡 Interesting Facts about Vietnam

  1. Vietnam is the world's second largest coffee exporter after Brazil.
  2. Vietnam has 54 recognised ethnic groups.
  3. The Vietnamese invented fish sauce (nước mắm) which is used across Southeast Asia.
  4. Vietnam's coastline stretches 3,260 km — longer than the US East Coast.

✈️ Travel Information for Vietnam

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Best Time to Visit
February–April (north), November–January (south)
Tropical south, subtropical north, monsoon season
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Cost of Travel
💚 Low Budget
Budget — compared to global average
🍽️
Meal Cost
$1–4
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$15–45
per night
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Visa
e-Visa required for most nationalities
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type A/C/G, 220V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Right
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Vietnam on the Map

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📍 Hanoi, Vietnam

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🏆 Vietnam World Rankings

1st
Coffee Export
World's 2nd largest coffee exporter
1st
Cashew Export
World's largest cashew nut exporter
1st
Economic Growth
One of Asia's fastest growing economies
1st
Largest Cave
Home to world's largest cave (Son Doong)

🏛 Must-See Places in Vietnam

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Ha Long Bay

A UNESCO seascape of 1,969 limestone islands and islets rising from emerald waters

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Hoi An Ancient Town

A UNESCO lantern-lit trading port preserved from the 15th century with Japanese merchant houses

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Phong Nha Caves

UNESCO cave system in central Vietnam with the world's largest known cave passages

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My Son Sanctuary

A UNESCO complex of Hindu Cham Empire towers from the 4th century in a jungle valley

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🗺️ Countries Bordering Vietnam

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China
Beijing
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Laos
Vientiane
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Cambodia
Phnom Penh

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Vietnam

What is the capital of Vietnam?

The capital of Vietnam is Hanoi.

What language is spoken in Vietnam?

The official language(s) of Vietnam are Vietnamese.

What is the population of Vietnam?

The population of Vietnam is approximately 98M.

What currency does Vietnam use?

Vietnam uses the Đồng (VND).

What continent is Vietnam in?

Vietnam is located in Asia, in the Southeast Asia region.

What is the GDP of Vietnam?

Vietnam has a GDP of $409B, with a GDP per capita of $4,160.

What is the best time to visit Vietnam?

The best time to visit Vietnam is February–April (north), November–January (south). The climate is Tropical south, subtropical north, monsoon season.

Do I need a visa for Vietnam?

e-Visa required for most nationalities

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