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Complete relocation analysis: taxes, real prices, quality of life, and what salary to ask for.
The verdict
Vietnam is 52% cheaper to live in. Quality of life drops by 6 points.
Comparing France and Vietnam uncovers a clear divide in economic development and lifestyle expectations. France holds a distinct advantage in Quality of Life at 62/100, surpassing Vietnam's 56/100. The most dramatic differences emerge in taxation, where Vietnam's score of 62 vastly overshadows France's 24, indicating a much lower tax impact. Healthcare is another critical divergence, with France's robust system scoring 67 against Vietnam's 34, a 33-point chasm. Internet connectivity also sees France ahead (81 vs 61). Conversely, Vietnam offers significantly lower price levels at 35, a fraction of France's 96, making it a considerably more affordable destination. Safety scores are nearly identical (France 82, Vietnam 81).
France wins this comparison due to its superior healthcare infrastructure and internet connectivity, offering a higher overall Quality of Life despite Vietnam's affordability and lower taxation.
What Things Actually Cost
Price Index: France = 94, Vietnam = 45 (US = 100)
Big Mac
Starbucks Tall Latte
Beer 500ml (bar)
iPhone 16 128GB
Netflix Standard (monthly)
1L Gasoline (95)
Single Transit Ticket
Airbnb Studio (city center)
Quality of Life
France: 62/100 vs Vietnam: 56/100
Moving to Vietnam: Practicalities
Visa Openness
65/100
English Level
44/100
Expat Community
0.1%
Digital Nomad Visa
No