Guides for foreign buyers
Everything you need to know to buy property in Vietnam as a foreigner — clearly explained.
Can Foreigners Buy Property in Vietnam? Complete 2026 Guide
A clear 2026 guide to foreign property ownership in Vietnam: what you can buy, the 30% condo quota, 50-year ownership, pink book, Vietnamese-spouse rights, and HCMC projects.
Read the complete guide →Apartments for Sale in Ho Chi Minh City: 2026 Foreigner's Guide
Where to buy apartments in Ho Chi Minh City as a foreigner in 2026 — districts, price ranges, the 30% quota rule and how to buy. With Happy Land's available units.
09 Jun 2026How to Buy an Apartment in Vietnam as a Foreigner: 7 Steps (2026)
A practical 7-step guide for foreigners buying an apartment in Vietnam in 2026: reservation, deposit, SPA, progress payments, mortgage reality, handover, and pink book.
09 Jun 2026Can Foreigners Own Land in Vietnam? The Honest 2026 Answer
Can foreigners own land in Vietnam? No — but you can own apartments and houses via land use rights. Here's exactly what you can and can't own in 2026.
09 Jun 2026Taxes & Costs When Buying Property in Vietnam (2026)
A clear 2026 breakdown of taxes and costs when buying property in Vietnam: registration fee, 2% maintenance fund, 10% VAT, notary, plus resale 2% PIT and rental tax.
08 Jun 2026Vietnam 50-Year Leasehold for Foreigners Explained (2026)
A complete, honest guide to Vietnam's 50-year leasehold for foreign property buyers: renewal rules, what happens after 50 years, selling, inheritance, and the marriage path. Talk to Happy Land.
08 Jun 2026Pink Book (Sổ Hồng / LURC) for Foreigners in Vietnam
A complete, honest 2026 guide to the Pink Book (Sổ Hồng / LURC) for foreign buyers in Vietnam: what it certifies, realistic timelines, the 50-year term, and how to protect yourself.
07 Jun 2026Repatriating Funds From a Vietnam Property Sale: 2026 Guide
How foreign owners get sale proceeds out of Vietnam in 2026: the original-funds-from-abroad rule, required documents, the banking channel, and rental income.
07 Jun 2026Vietnam's 30% Foreign Ownership Quota Explained (2026)
How Vietnam's 30% foreign ownership quota works in 2026, why eligible units sell out fast, and how to turn the rule into a smart buying strategy. Talk to Happy Land.
06 Jun 2026Can Foreigners Get a Mortgage in Vietnam? 2026 Reality
Can foreigners get a mortgage in Vietnam in 2026? The honest answer, plus real alternatives: developer installments, interest-subsidy plans, and offshore financing.
05 Jun 2026Can Foreigners Buy Resale Apartments in Vietnam? (2026)
Can foreigners buy resale (secondary) apartments in Vietnam? A 2026 guide to the 30% quota, the resale process, taxes, the 50-year term trap, and key pitfalls.
04 Jun 2026Inheritance & Gifting of Vietnam Property by Foreigners (2026)
How foreigners inherit or receive gifted property in Vietnam in 2026: who can inherit, the 30%/250-home quota, the "value-only" rule, tax, and your real options. A CTA-rich guide.
03 Jun 2026Can Foreigners Buy Villas or Houses in Vietnam? 2026 Guide
Yes—foreigners can buy villas and landed houses in Vietnam, but a 250-house-per-ward cap and a 10% per-project limit apply. See the 2026 rules, conditions, and pitfalls.
02 Jun 2026Vietnam Property Investment Guide for Foreigners (2026)
An honest 2026 guide to Vietnam property investment for foreigners: market trends, rental yields, taxes, risks, and the buying process. Talk to Happy Land today.
01 Jun 2026Rental Yield in Ho Chi Minh City 2026: Gross vs Net by District
Honest 2026 guide to rental yields in Ho Chi Minh City: realistic gross vs net numbers by district, full cost breakdown, and tax rules. Talk to Happy Land.
31 May 2026Best Areas to Buy Property in HCMC for Foreigners (2026)
Compare Thao Dien, District 2, District 7, District 1 and Thu Thiem for foreign buyers in Ho Chi Minh City — prices, yields, liquidity and an honest 2026 area-by-area guide.
30 May 2026Off-Plan vs Completed Property in Vietnam: 2026 Buyer Guide
Off-plan vs completed property in Vietnam for foreign buyers: compare price, risk, payment schedules, the Pink Book wait and which suits you in 2026. Talk to Happy Land.
29 May 2026Is Vietnam Real Estate a Good Investment in 2026?
An honest 2026 guide to whether Vietnam real estate is a good investment for foreigners: pros, cons, yields, infrastructure, legal limits, taxes, and real risks.
28 May 2026Renting Out Your Apartment in Vietnam: Foreign Owner Guide 2026
How foreigners rent out an apartment in Vietnam: leasing process, 2026 rental income tax rules, property management costs, repatriating rent, and realistic HCMC yields.
27 May 2026Thao Dien Apartments for Sale: 2026 Expat Buyer's Guide
A complete 2026 guide to Thao Dien apartments for sale: foreign ownership rules, Metro Line 1, international schools, prices and yields. Talk to Happy Land.
26 May 2026District 2 / Thu Duc City Property Guide for Foreigners
An honest 2026 guide to buying property in District 2 / Thu Duc City as a foreigner: areas, infrastructure, projects, prices, taxes and legal rules. Get expert help.
25 May 2026District 7 & Phu My Hung Property Guide for Foreign Buyers
An honest 2026 guide to buying property in District 7 / Phu My Hung, HCMC for foreigners: Korean & Japanese community, SSIS schools, FV Hospital, prices, rents, and ownership rules.
24 May 2026District 1 Luxury Apartments & Branded Residences (2026)
A complete, honest 2026 guide to District 1 luxury apartments and branded residences in Ho Chi Minh City for foreign buyers: Ba Son, prices, ownership rules, taxes, and yields.
23 May 2026How to Buy Property in Vietnam From Abroad (Remote Guide)
A complete, honest 2026 guide to buying property in Vietnam from abroad: power of attorney, virtual viewings, document legalization, payment flow, and repatriation.
22 May 2026Documents Checklist for Foreign Buyers in Vietnam (2026)
The complete 2026 documents checklist for foreigners buying property in Vietnam: passport, entry stamp, SPA, payment proof, and pink book paperwork. Talk to Happy Land.
21 May 2026Cost of Owning Property in Vietnam: 2026 Guide for Foreigners
The real ongoing cost of owning property in Vietnam in 2026: management fees, the 2% sinking fund, land-use tax, rental tax, and utilities — explained with a clear table.
20 May 2026Vietnam Golden Visa & Residency by Property (2026 Reality Check)
Does buying property in Vietnam grant residency? An honest 2026 guide: property is not a visa, the "golden visa" is still a proposal, and the DT investor route explained.
19 May 2026Transferring Money to Vietnam to Buy Property: 2026 Guide
How foreign buyers transfer money to Vietnam to buy property in 2026: bank channels, VND vs USD, and the records you must keep for future repatriation. Talk to Happy Land.
18 May 2026Common Mistakes Foreign Buyers Make in Vietnam (2026)
The most complete, honest 2026 guide to mistakes foreign buyers make in Vietnam — quota traps, nominee deals, off-plan risks, taxes, and FX repatriation — and how to avoid them.
17 May 2026