Hoi An & Da Nang for Australians

High rent, packed commutes and the daily cost of living in Sydney or Melbourne have a growing number of Australian professionals looking abroad. Central Vietnam — specifically Hoi An and Da Nang — has become one of the more popular answers, offering a real change of pace without stepping away from a sales career.

Why Australians Are Considering Central Vietnam

The appeal is straightforward: a lower cost of living relative to major Australian cities, a warm coastal climate, and a genuine international sales scene built around hospitality, tourism and resort-based businesses. For Australians specifically, English is widely used in business settings across both towns, which makes the transition easier than many other overseas moves.

Living in Hoi An

Hoi An is a small, walkable riverside town known for its UNESCO-listed old town, tailoring shops and slower pace of life. It suits people who want a quieter daily routine — cafes, markets and an easy bicycle or motorbike commute — while still being close enough to Da Nang for a bigger night out or an international flight home.

Living in Da Nang

Da Nang is the larger of the two, with an international airport, long beaches, modern apartments and a bigger international community. It feels more like a conventional city, with more amenities, nightlife and business activity, at the cost of more traffic than Hoi An.

Hoi An vs Da Nang

Neither choice locks you out of the other — many professionals base themselves in one and regularly spend time in both, since they're a short drive apart. We've covered the comparison in more detail in our Hoi An vs Da Nang guide.

Finding Work in Vietnam

Most international sales roles in the area sit with employers in hospitality, tourism and resort-based businesses that deal directly with English-speaking clients. Recruitment for these roles typically runs through a CV review, a screening conversation, and a direct interview with the employer.

Sales Careers for Australians

Australian sales experience — particularly anything face-to-face, consultative or hospitality-adjacent — translates well to the roles available in Hoi An and Da Nang. We currently have a hospitality sales role based in Hoi An open for applications.

Questions to Ask Before Relocating

Before committing to a move, get clear answers directly from your prospective employer on: what visa or work permit support they provide, what the actual employment contract looks like, and what your day-to-day base will be. Visa and tax rules can change and vary by individual circumstances, so it's worth confirming your own position with a qualified immigration or tax adviser rather than relying on general guides — including this one.

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