Phu Quoc, Vietnam
Phu Quoc, Vietnam is an Asia base for digital nomads with a typical solo monthly cost around $1250, average internet around 60 Mbps, and a safety score of 8/10. In our dataset the friendliest months are Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, while rainy months to plan around are Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct. Place feel leans seaside with vibes tagged beach, adventure. Visa: Up to 90 days for most nationalities. Time zone UTC+7.
Key stats for digital nomads
- Cost of living (solo / month): $1250
- Long-term monthly estimate: $938
- Median Airbnb (night): $57 (estimate)
- Internet: 60 Mbps (reliability 7/10 (estimate))
- Power grid stability: 7/10 (estimate)
- Coworking density: Low
- Safety: 8/10 (female safety 7/10)
- Visa: Up to 90 days for most nationalities.
- Timezone: UTC+7
- Language: Vietnamese
- Region: Asia
- Best months: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
- Rainy months: Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
- Avg temperature: 27°C
Vibe tags
- beach
- adventure
Landscape
- seaside
Why go
- Island paradise
- Beaches
- Resorts
Trade-offs
- Touristy
- Expensive for Vietnam
Quick answers
How much does it cost to live in Phu Quoc as a digital nomad?
About $1250 a month for a solo nomad, based on Nomad Spin's data. For longer stays, our long-term monthly estimate is $938. The median Airbnb estimate is $57 a night, which matters most if you book short stays instead of a monthly rental.
Is the internet in Phu Quoc good enough for video calls?
Usually, but keep a backup. Nomad Spin lists average speeds around 60 Mbps with estimated reliability 7/10 and power grid stability 7/10. Coworking density is Low, so do not count on a coworking fallback. Test your own apartment's connection before a long stay.
How long can I stay in Vietnam as a digital nomad?
Up to 90 days on Vietnam's E-Visa, per Nomad Spin's data. It is an application-based visa, so apply before you travel and check the length printed on the visa you are granted. Verify current eligibility and validity on Vietnam's official government e-visa portal before you book.
When is the best time to live in Phu Quoc?
November to April are the best months in Nomad Spin's data. The rainy months to plan around are July to October, and the average temperature is about 27 C. Other months carry no weather flag in our data.
Is Phu Quoc safe for solo female travelers?
Mostly, with normal precautions. Phu Quoc scores 8/10 for overall safety and 7/10 for female safety in Nomad Spin's data. LGBTQ+ friendliness scores 3/10. Use normal city precautions and check recent local advice for the area you book.
Who should skip Phu Quoc as a nomad base?
Skip Phu Quoc if these listed trade-offs are dealbreakers: touristy and expensive for Vietnam. Its listed strengths are island paradise, beaches and resorts. English proficiency scores 3/10 and LGBTQ+ friendliness scores 3/10 in our data.
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