Vietnam Travel & Emergency Guide
Essential emergency numbers, speed limits, etiquette & travel tips
Open in WooGu (100% Offline)Emergency Numbers in Vietnam
113 / 115
General Emergency
113
Police
115
Ambulance / Medical
114
Fire Department
Key Travel Facts
Capital
Hanoi
Currency
VND (₫)
Official Language
Vietnamese
Country Code
+84
Driving Rules & Speed Limits in Vietnam
Urban / City
50 km/h
Rural
60-80 km/h
Highway
100-120 km/h
Alcohol Limit
0.5 ‰
Toll & Vignette: Highway tolls (ETC electronic tags).
Tipping & Etiquette
Recommendation: 5 to 10 percent appreciated in tourist spots. Not expected in street stalls, appreciated in upscale restaurants & spas.
- DO Remove shoes before entering homes and pagodas.
- DO Pass money or business cards using both hands.
- DON'T Avoid losing your temper or shouting (causes loss of face).
- DON'T Do not discuss political issues or criticize the government publicly.
Power Sockets & Tap Water
Plug Type & Electricity: Type A, C & F (220V, 50Hz). Standard Europlugs fit most sockets.
Tap Water: Not safe to drink! Use bottled water at all times.
Insider Tip: Crossing streets in Hanoi: walk slowly and predictably – scooters will fluidly flow around you. Don't stop abruptly!
