Ho Chi Minh City practical travel information

Entry requirements, driving rules, tipping customs and packing guidance for Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, tailored to the country you are travelling from.

Tipping in restaurants: 5-10% at upscale restaurants
Tipping taxis: Round up the fare
Tipping hotel staff: 20,000-50,000 VND per bag
Tipping is becoming more common in tourist areas. Not expected but always appreciated.
Packing: month-by-month temperatures and dress codes are covered in our Ho Chi Minh City packing guide.

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