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According to VNA, Vietnam makes it to the top 10 thanks to the strong financial security and positive work-life balance, in addition to its welcoming environment for newcomers.
Among over 22,000 expats worldwide responded to the survey, the majority said they were able to quickly adjust to the local lifestyle, stating that they felt at home within the first few months upon their arrival.
Earlier, an InterNation’s survey also listed Ho Chi Minh City among the world’s top 10 cities with the cheapest living-cost for foreigners by the prestigious Business Insider.
Accordingly, roughly 77% of expats residing in Ho Chi Minh City, southern Vietnam in the survey showed their contentment with the current stage of their finances.
“Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City took the top spot for living costs and housing expenses, with more than three quarters of current expats living there saying they feel good about their finances,” the article states.
Among over 22,000 expats worldwide responded to the survey, the majority said they were able to quickly adjust to the local lifestyle (Photo: Vietnam Insider) |
Low living cost and housing expenses come in handy when it comes to living abroad, “it can make life significantly more affordable, with these cities, in particular, making life far cheaper”, Business Insider stated.
Ho Chi Minh City tops the list together with Malaysia’s Kuala Lumpur and Thailand’s Bangkok, Hungary’s Budapest. Other European and Southeast Asian cities are also mentioned in the list.
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