Vietnam
Socialist Republic of Vietnam
People: Vietnamese
Vietnam stretches over 1,600 km from north to south, known for Ha Long Bay, its cuisine and one of Asia's fastest-growing economies. Vietnam is located in South-Eastern Asia and has a population of around 101.3 million. Its capital city is Hanoi, and the most widely spoken official language is Vietnamese.
By the numbers, Vietnam is the 16th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 1.27% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 67th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 306 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Vietnam — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Socialist Republic of Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Hanoi |
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | South-Eastern Asia |
| Population | 101,343,800 |
| Area | 331,212 km² |
| Currency | Vietnamese đồng (VND) ₫ |
| Official Language | Vietnamese |
| Dialling Code | +84 |
| Internet TLD | .vn |
| Timezone | UTC+07:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 113 (police) / 115 (ambulance) |
| ISO Code | VN / VNM |
| Borders | Cambodia, China, Laos |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vietnam
What is the capital and currency of Vietnam?
The capital of Vietnam is Hanoi and the currency is the Vietnamese đồng (VND), symbol ₫.
What is the capital of Vietnam?
The capital of Vietnam is Hanoi.
What currency does Vietnam use?
Vietnam uses the Vietnamese đồng (VND, symbol: ₫).
What language do they speak in Vietnam?
The official language of Vietnam is Vietnamese.
What is the dialling code for Vietnam?
The international dialling code for Vietnam is +84.
What side of the road does Vietnam drive on?
Vietnam drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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