Minimum wage in Vietnam (2026)
The statutory minimum wage in Vietnam and the net take-home pay it leaves after tax.
The gross minimum wage in Vietnam is about ₫4,960,000 per month. After income tax and social contributions that leaves roughly ₫4,439,200 net.
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How salary is taxed in Vietnam
Income tax in Vietnam is progressive: marginal rates rise from 5% to 35% as income grows. Employees also pay social contributions of around 10.5% of gross salary. A tax-free allowance of about ₫132,000,000 per year is deducted before income tax. The standard VAT rate is 10%. For example, a gross salary of ₫8,684,000 per month leaves about ₫7,772,180 net, after ₫0 income tax and ₫911,820 in social contributions, an effective deduction rate of 10.5%.
| Annual taxable income | Tax rate |
|---|---|
| Up to ₫120,000,000 | 5% |
| Up to ₫360,000,000 | 10% |
| Up to ₫720,000,000 | 20% |
| Up to ₫1,200,000,000 | 30% |
| ₫1,200,000,000 and above | 35% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Vietnam?
The figures above show the statutory gross minimum wage in Vietnam per month, with the net take-home amount after tax and social contributions.
How much is the minimum wage after tax in Vietnam?
We apply the current income-tax and social-contribution rates for Vietnam to the gross minimum wage to estimate the net monthly pay.
Minimum-wage figures are approximate, based on the latest available official rate.
Approximate 2026 estimate. Simplified model, verify before relying on it. Not tax advice.
Rates updated June 2026