City, Vietnam
Healthcare in Ho Chi Minh City: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Ho Chi Minh City
Good private hospitals with English-speaking staff. For serious cases, call the hospital's own emergency line or take a Grab; public ambulances are slow.
Hospitals for foreigners in Ho Chi Minh City
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| FV Hospital | District 7; international hospital with English-speaking doctors |
| Family Medical Practice | District 1 clinic, English and French, good for GP visits |
| Franco-Vietnamese Hospital | District 7; private hospital popular with expats |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: ₫700,000–1.8M ($27–69) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Vietnam: Good international hospitals and clinics in Hanoi, Saigon and Da Nang (FV, Vinmec, Family Medical Practice); rural care is basic. Serious cases may be flown to Bangkok or Singapore.
- Pharmacies: Chains like Long Châu and Pharmacity are everywhere; many drugs sell without prescription, so stick to reputable chains.
- Health spending: US$197 per person a year (2023); 1.1 doctors per 1,000 people (2021), World Bank.
- Emergency: Police 113 · Ambulance 115 · Fire 114.
Travel and health insurance
Travel insurance isn't required to enter Vietnam, but treatment for visitors is paid upfront.
| Insurer | Good for |
|---|---|
| SafetyWing Nomad Insurance | Monthly subscription for nomads and long trips; cancel anytime. |
| Genki | Health insurance for nomads, from a European insurer. |
| World Nomads | Trip insurance that covers many adventure activities. |
| Heymondo | Single-trip, annual and long-stay plans with a medical app. |
| IMG Global | Travel medical and long-term international health plans. |
Quick answers
What is the best hospital in Ho Chi Minh City for foreigners?
FV Hospital: District 7; international hospital with English-speaking doctors
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Ho Chi Minh City?
About ₫700,000–1.8M ($27–69) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Vietnam?
It isn't required for entry, but recommended: hospitals in Vietnam expect visitors to pay or show insurance.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Vietnam
- Tan Son Nhat Airport (ACV)
- Grab Vietnam
- FV Hospital
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