Can foreigners work in Vietnam with a foreign (non-Vietnamese) diploma — engineer, nurse, doctor, construction?
Based on 3 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 1 day ago
TL;DR
Foreign diplomas aren't automatically recognized in Vietnam: for construction/engineering jobs it's easier to apply directly to companies (including some Russian-speaking construction firms), while medical professions (doctor, nurse) require separate diploma legalization and credential verification through Vietnamese health authorities.
What the community said
There's no centralized job database for doctors with foreign diplomas — you need to contact hospital HR departments or Vietnam's Ministry of Health directly, as there's no single clear channel for this.
1 day ago
Diploma recognition varies by profession: a construction engineer has an easier path than a nurse — medical specialties usually require additional credential verification, not just the diploma itself.
1 day ago
The main way to find construction work is applying directly to Vietnamese construction companies; it's also worth looking for Russian-speaking/CIS-run construction firms operating in Vietnam, which can be an easier entry point.
1 day ago