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🇻🇳 Vietnam · One labelled partner

Retail recommendations

Where to buy what you need in Vietnam, from the first week's essentials to the things you'll miss from home.

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Clothing & shoesLocal brands, sizing differences and where expats shop.
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Electronics & phonesSIM cards, plugs, warranties and trusted retailers in Ho Chi Minh City.
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HomewareBedding, kitchen kit and furniture that fits local flats.
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Pharmacy & beautyWhat's over the counter, brands to know and prices.
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Gifts & souvenirsCraft markets, makers and what to send back home.
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Malls & districtsShopping streets, department stores and opening hours.

Practical

  • Sales tax, VAT refunds and returns policies in Vietnam.
  • Delivery apps and online shopping that reach where you live.
  • Second-hand: charity shops, flea markets and expat resale groups.

Official & reference sources

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