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Population 1,768,073 1,125,316 8,053,663 237,559
Official language(s) Hungarian Vietnamese Vietnamese Portuguese
Level of English High Low Moderate Very High
Main airport Budapest Ferihegy International Airport (BUD) Da Nang International Airport (DAD) Nội Bài International Airport (HAN) Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO)
Most common months to visit March - June, September - November February - May January, February, October - December May - September
Currency HUF - Hungarian Forint (Ft) VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) EUR - Euro (€)
Credit cards Accepted almost everywhere, cash needed for small shops Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. Accepted everywhere
Remote worker visa No No No Yes
Average monthly costs $1230 $959 $1167 $1759
Rent $499 $316 $503 $717
Groceries $108 $161 $151 $148
Dining out $202 $128 $134 $280
Cafe $29 $35 $39 $45
Coworking space $120 $88 $72 $96
Mobile internet $9 $4 $4 $21
Public transportation $36 $15 $20 $95
Taxis $27 $15 $13 $25
Shared bicycles and scooters $13 $0 $0 $10
Sport and cultural events $24 $6 $3 $45
Museums and sights $7 $2 $4 $24
Nightlife $43 $74 $89 $66
Gym $37 $34 $57 $56
Yoga $48 $71 $57 $82
Massage $26 $10 $21 $48
SIM card options Vodafone, Telenor Viettel, Vinafone Viettel, Mobifone Vodafone, MEO, NOS
Tipping 10 - 15% at restaurants and bars 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars
Taxi apps Bolt, Fotaxi Grab Grab, GoViet Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify
Tap water Drinkable Not drinkable Not drinkable Drinkable
Overall cuisine Magyar cuisine makes extensive use of creams, cheeses and sauces primarily in beef, chicken and pork dishes, mixed with seasonal vegetables, fruits and rich desserts. Healthy and with robust flavors, Vietnamese cuisine combines noodles and rice with a variety of greens and local herbs to compliment specially seasoned pork, beef or seafood dishes. In Da Nang, you'll find a strong emphasis on barbecued seafood dishes as well as fish-based sauces. A mix of French, Southeast Asian and Chinese with lots of fresh herbs and spices. Northern Vietnam cuisine includes a lot of fish and noodles. A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts.
Local food specialities Goulash, Fisherman's soup, Főzelék, Somloi Galuska, Pörkölt and Paprikás, Kürtös Kalács, Hungarian Lecsó, Lángos Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa
Eat like a local Local markets, cafés, taverns, street food, traditional restaurants Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars
Vegetarian / vegan options 47 options on HappyCow 107 options on HappyCow 104 listings on Happy Cow 46 options on Happy Cow