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Quy Nhon, Vietnam

Quy Nhon

Vietnam
63Freedom
Score
☀️
82°F
Avg Temp
💰
$800
Cost / month
🛰️
60 Mbps
Internet
GMT+7
Timezone · NYC +11h
📋
45 days
E-visa
📊
0%
Tax (<183 days)
8:30 PM
US open (local)

About Quy Nhon

A still-under-the-radar Vietnamese coastal gem — Quy Nhon offers pristine beaches, fresh seafood, and one of the lowest costs of living anywhere, with a quiet, laid-back pace.

Quy Nhon at a Glance

Cost of Living
84
Safety
72
Internet Speed
20
Healthcare
42
Walkability
52
Nightlife
38
Food & Dining
70
Outdoor Activities
78
English Proficiency
22
Weather
74
Visa Friendliness
35
Tax Favorability
85

Why Digital Nomads Choose Quy Nhon

  • One of the cheapest beach cities on the platform at $800/mo
  • Uncrowded golden-sand beaches and fresh daily seafood
  • Vietnam's 0% non-resident tax on foreign income under 183 days
  • Quiet, slow-paced alternative to Da Nang and Nha Trang

Before You Commit

What the brochures leave out. These are cross-checked against our full database, so a visa upside that a banking rule quietly cancels out shows up here — including Vietnam-wide issues that apply wherever you land.

Warning Visa No nomad visa, and worldwide taxation for residents

Vietnam has no dedicated digital nomad visa. Residents (183+ days) are taxed on worldwide income at 5-35%. Long-term nomads are in a genuine grey zone with no special regime to fall back on. Documentation also requires certified Vietnamese translation.

Verified Sep 6, 2026 · applies to all of Vietnam · rumavi.com

Cost of Living in Quy Nhon

A comfortable digital-nomad lifestyle in Quy Nhon runs about $800/month. Here's how that breaks down by lifestyle tier and line item — figures in USD.

Backpacker
$520/mo
Hostels, street food, no coworking
Luxury
$1,680/mo
Prime rental, premium dining
Line itemQuy Nhon
Rent (1BR, city center)$300/mo
Mid-range restaurant meal$5
Avg local salary$428/mo

Cost-of-living index: 32 (New York City = 100; lower = cheaper). Quy Nhon ranks among the more affordable nomad destinations.

Three alternatives to Quy Nhon

A comfortable month in Quy Nhon runs about $800. The cheapest place we hold real figures for is Da Nang at 12% less, and it is in Vietnam too, so your visa and tax position do not change. The other two are the closest trades we have priced — each card says what you gain first and what you give up second.

Monthly costs from our own database, verified Sep 6, 2026. Comparison is total comfortable monthly cost, not rent alone.

Working Remotely from Quy Nhon

60 Mbps
Internet Speed
55/100
Reliability
28/100
Coworking
45/100
Remote-Work

Average broadband in Quy Nhon reaches 60 Mbps, with a reliability score of 55/100. Coworking availability scores 28/100, and the city rates 45/100 for overall remote-work friendliness.

Quality of Life & Safety in Quy Nhon

Air Quality (AQI)
30
Sunshine
2,500 hrs
Crime Index
28
Climate Comfort
74
Healthcare
42
Walkability
52
Public Transit
35
Utilities
67
Political Stability
55
Expat Community
28
Dating Scene
35
Banking & Payments
42
Flight Connectivity
22

Air quality in Quy Nhon sits at AQI 30 (good). The city sees around 2,500 hours of sunshine per year. Crime index is 28 (lower = safer).

Visa & Taxes in Vietnam

35/100
Visa Friendliness
Yes
Visa on Arrival
15%
Income Tax Rate
85/100
Tax Friendliness

Quy Nhon scores 35/100 for visa friendliness; visa-on-arrival is available for many passport holders. The estimated personal income tax rate is around 15%, with a tax-friendliness score of 85/100.

For official, up-to-date visa and tax guidance for Vietnam, see our Visa Intelligence and Tax Intelligence resource hubs.

Is Quy Nhon a Good City for Digital Nomads?

Quy Nhon, Vietnam, is ranked by YourLifeMatch with a Freedom Score of 63/100. It stands out as one of the top destinations for remote workers because:

Quy Nhon Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quy Nhon a good city for digital nomads?

Quy Nhon scores 63/100 on the YourLifeMatch Freedom Index. Quy Nhon is a top beach destination for remote workers Monthly cost is around $800 with internet speeds near 60 Mbps.

How much does it cost to live in Quy Nhon?

A comfortable digital-nomad lifestyle in Quy Nhon costs about $800/month. Backpacker budgets run around $520/mo, while a luxury lifestyle can reach $1,680/mo. Rent for a 1BR in the city center is roughly $300/month.

What is the internet speed in Quy Nhon?

Average broadband in Quy Nhon is 60 Mbps, with a reliability score of 55/100 and coworking availability at 28/100.

Is Quy Nhon safe?

Quy Nhon has a safety score of 72/100 and a crime index of 28 (lower is safer). As with any city, exercise standard precautions and research neighborhoods before settling.

What is the tax rate in Vietnam?

The estimated personal income tax rate in Vietnam is around 15%, with a tax-friendliness score of 85/100. Always consult a tax professional — US citizens must also comply with FATCA and FBAR rules.

Do I need a visa for Quy Nhon?

Quy Nhon scores 35/100 for visa friendliness; visa-on-arrival is available. Check our Visa Intelligence hub for the latest official requirements for Vietnam.

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