Island in An Giang, Vietnam
Phu Quoc
Vietnam's biggest island, with resorts, beaches and sunset views and a growing expat community. Visa-free entry helps; high prices, scooter dependence and a monsoon season are the trade-offs.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$771–1,350Comfortable, one person · ₫20M–35MDetails
- Value for money85/100Better value than 84% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goNov–MarWarmest: May, 30°CDetails
- Internet301 MbpsFixed broadband, Vietnam medianDetails
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledDo not drink tap water; use bottled or filtered.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: common in tourist areasDetails
- Doctor's visit$15–46Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundGrabYou'll need transportDetails
- Cash or cardMixed: cards and cashCards in hotels, resorts and bigger restaurants; cash for night markets, local eateries, ferries and scooter rentals.Details
Where to stay in Phu Quoc
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Duong Dong and Long Beach | Night market, restaurants, hotels and the main tourist hub |
| Ong Lang Beach | Quiet bungalows and cafés, popular with long stayers |
| Bai Sao and An Thoi (south) | Beach resorts, beach clubs, cable car and Hon Thom |
Apps that work in Phu Quoc
Ride-hailing
Food delivery
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| GrabFood | Covers Duong Dong and Long Beach |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: Zalo
- VeXeRe: Booking buses and sleeper coaches
- Taxis: Metered taxis are reliable at the airport and hotels. Outside town, book ahead or hire a driver; apps have few cars after dark.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Vietnam.
- Mixed: cards and cash Cards in hotels, resorts and bigger restaurants; cash for night markets, local eateries, ferries and scooter rentals.
- Currency: Dong (VND). US$1 ≈ ₫25,953.96 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Foreign-card fees run roughly 20,000–110,000 VND per withdrawal and limits are low (often 2–5 million VND); compare banks.
- Tipping: Not expected; locals don't tip. Round up for drivers, and tip guides and spa staff for good service.
- Paying by phone: Apple and Google Pay work at contactless terminals; VietQR needs a Vietnamese bank account or a linked regional banking app.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Many nationalities need an e-visa: up to 90 days, single or multiple entry, US$25/US$50, applied for online.
- Look-alike agency sites charge several times the official fee; use only the government .gov.vn e-visa portal.
- Airlines may refuse boarding without an onward ticket dated within your visa or visa-free period.
Emergency numbers
Police 113 · Ambulance 115 · Fire 114
Plugs
Type A, C · 220 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Viettel, Vinaphone and MobiFone airport kiosks sell tourist SIMs with big data allowances; passport required. City shops are cheaper. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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