The newcomers who settle fastest do things in the right order. Here is the sequence we give every client moving to Hanoi.
Week 1: land softly
- Book a serviced apartment for the first month, do not sign a year unseen
- Get a local SIM and data on day one
- Open the maps, food and ride-hailing apps you will live in
Week 2: find your home
- Shortlist areas using Neighbourhoods, then view homes in person
- Confirm the all-in cost, not just the rent
- Sign a lease you have read in English
Weeks 3–4: set up life
- Complete temporary residence registration (tạm trú)
- Open a bank account once you have an address
- Sort transport, a GP, and a vet if you have pets
The shortcut
Nest’s concierge runs this whole sequence with you, from the short-stay-first landing to registration and setup, so your first 30 days take days, not weeks.
Find your apartment the safe way
Verified listings, transparent all-in pricing, English contracts, and no tenant fees. Browse homes or talk to a Nest advisor.
