Can digital nomads legally work remotely from Da Nang, Vietnam on a tourist visa, and is it enforced?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 23 days ago
TL;DR
The discussion reports no known enforcement cases against people working remotely from Vietnam in practice. However, remote work without an appropriate immigration or work status can still carry legal risk if entry or employment rules change.
What the community said
As of July 2026, participants did not know of cases where a foreigner in Vietnam was penalized specifically for remote work for an overseas employer. That does not mean the activity is officially permitted.
25 days ago Vietnam
The practical concern is not routine targeting of remote workers, but possible rule changes: authorities could tighten requirements for remote work or limits on foreigners’ length of stay.
30 days ago Vietnam length of stay
If an employment contract explicitly states that duties are performed from Vietnam, participants did not expect automatic increases in current obligations solely because the work is done from the country. Travelers should still check their employer’s terms and current immigration rules before traveling.
31 days ago Employment contract: Vietnam as work location