Moving to Vietnam from Montenegro

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Montenegro to Vietnam? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Montenegro to Vietnam, you would find that Vietnam is 39.3% cheaper than Montenegro overall. A €65,577 salary in Montenegro would need to be roughly ₫1,342,124,638 in Vietnam to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Vietnamese. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Hanoi averages 82°F vs 69°F in Podgorica, making it significantly warmer.

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How Far Will Your Money Go?

A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Montenegro and Vietnam.

What does your salary buy?

€65,577 ₫1,342,124,638

To maintain the same standard of living in Vietnam

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How key spending categories compare

Restaurants

pay 74.8% less

Groceries

pay 14.6% less

Transportation

pay 40.3% less

Housing

pay 60.7% less

Childcare

pay 9.3% more

Entertainment and Sports

pay 54.2% less

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Exchange rate: 1 EUR = 30073.63 VND (July 2026)

Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Vietnam compared to Montenegro.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

ME
2.5
VN
1.5
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

ME
9.1
VN
17.7

Montenegro generally does better on safety, though Vietnam leads in homicide rate.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

ME
$2,908
VN
$690
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

ME
27.5
VN
8.3

Vietnam generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Montenegro leads in doctors per 10,000 people.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

ME
60.0
VN
52.0

Vietnam performs significantly better than Montenegro across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

ME
31.3
VN
21.7
Electricity per capita World Bank, 2023

annual consumption — reflects grid capacity

ME
4,564 kWh
VN
2,624 kWh

Montenegro performs better than Vietnam across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

ME
15.2%
VN
1.6%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

ME
$27,800
VN
$13,700

Montenegro generally does better on employment & economy, though Vietnam leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

ME
77.8 yrs
VN
75.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

ME
3.2
VN
14.8

Montenegro performs better than Vietnam across all family life metrics.

Data: Department of Public Revenues, Montenegro, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Podgorica Rain: 65.4 in/yr (1661 mm)
69° / 51°F

Avg. annual high / low

Hanoi Rain: 64.1 in/yr (1628 mm)
82° / 70°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Podgorica Hanoi
Jan–Mar 53°/38°F (12°/3°C) 71°/62°F (22°/16°C)
Apr–Jun 75°/56°F (24°/13°C) 88°/75°F (31°/24°C)
Jul–Sep 86°/66°F (30°/19°C) 90°/78°F (32°/26°C)
Oct–Dec 61°/45°F (16°/7°C) 79°/66°F (26°/19°C)
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Month Podgorica Hanoi
Jan 49°/35°F (9.5°/1.4°C) 68°/58°F (20.0°/14.6°C)
Feb 52°/38°F (11.3°/3.1°C) 70°/61°F (21.3°/16.2°C)
Mar 59°/42°F (15.1°/5.8°C) 74°/66°F (23.5°/18.7°C)
Apr 66°/48°F (19.1°/9.1°C) 82°/71°F (27.7°/21.9°C)
May 76°/56°F (24.3°/13.5°C) 89°/76°F (31.7°/24.5°C)
Jun 83°/63°F (28.2°/17.3°C) 93°/79°F (33.8°/26.3°C)
Jul 89°/69°F (31.8°/20.3°C) 92°/80°F (33.3°/26.5°C)
Aug 89°/68°F (31.7°/20.2°C) 90°/78°F (32.5°/25.8°C)
Sep 81°/62°F (27.3°/16.5°C) 89°/76°F (31.6°/24.7°C)
Oct 71°/53°F (21.7°/11.6°C) 85°/72°F (29.6°/22.4°C)
Nov 60°/44°F (15.4°/6.8°C) 79°/67°F (26.3°/19.2°C)
Dec 52°/37°F (11.1°/2.9°C) 72°/60°F (22.1°/15.4°C)

Data: Institute of Hydrometeorology and Seismology Institute of Hydrometeorology and Seismology, Viet Nam Meteorological and Hydrological Administration Viet Nam Meteorological and Hydrological Administration

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Montenegro and Vietnam. To live, work, or study long-term in Vietnam, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Vietnam's immigration authority.

Montenegro passport

Montenegro passport holder visiting Vietnam

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Montenegro passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Vietnam.
Vietnam passport

Vietnam passport holder visiting Montenegro

Visa Required
Vietnam passport holders need a visa to enter Montenegro.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to live in Vietnam than Montenegro?

On average Vietnam is about 32% less expensive than Montenegro, with major cities narrowing the gap.

How much money do I need to move to Vietnam?

Budget about ₫335,531,160 for 3 months in Vietnam (based on a €65,577 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, a rental deposit, and visa fees.

Can I work remotely from Vietnam?

Connectivity is usually fine (Vietnam: 21.7 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Vietnam offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Vietnam safe for expats?

Montenegro generally does better on safety, though Vietnam leads in homicide rate. The homicide rate in Vietnam is 1.5 per 100,000 people, compared to 2.5 in Montenegro.

How is healthcare in Vietnam compared to Montenegro?

Vietnam generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Montenegro leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 8.3 doctors per 10,000 people in Vietnam, compared to 27.5 in Montenegro. Vietnam scores 68 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Montenegro: 72).

What's the weather like in Vietnam compared to Montenegro?

The average high temperature in Hanoi is 82°F, compared to 69°F in Podgorica. Hanoi receives around 64.1 in of rainfall per year, while Podgorica gets 65.4 in.

What language do they speak in Vietnam?

The official language in Vietnam is Vietnamese. In Montenegro, the official language is Montenegrin.

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At a Glance

ME VN
Population 604,966 103,808,319
Currency Euro (€) Vietnamese Dong (₫)
Languages Montenegrin Vietnamese
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +382 +84
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112 113