The flag of Vietnam features a large five-pointed yellow star on a red field.

Vietnam

Socialist Republic of Vietnam

AsiaSouth-Eastern AsiaIndependentUN Member

Vietnam (officially Socialist Republic of Vietnam) is an independent country located in South-Eastern Asia, Asia. With a population of 101,343,800 people, it ranks #16 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 331,212 km² (#69 globally), with a population density of 306 people per km². The capital city is Hanoi. The official language is Vietnamese.

Key Facts

Population

101,343,800

#16 world ranking

Area

331,212 km²

#69 world ranking

Population Density

306/km²

Capital

Hanoi

Driving Side

Right

Timezones

1

UTC+07:00

Continent

Asia

Bordering Countries

3

neighboring countries

Calling Code

+84

Languages

Currency

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Vietnam?
The capital of Vietnam is Hanoi.
What is the population of Vietnam?
Vietnam has a population of 101,343,800 people, ranking #16 in the world by population.
How big is Vietnam?
Vietnam covers an area of 331,212 km², ranking #69 in the world by area. The population density is 306 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Vietnam?
The official languages of Vietnam are: Vietnamese.
What is the currency of Vietnam?
The currency of Vietnam is Vietnamese đồng (₫).
What countries border Vietnam?
Vietnam shares borders with 3 countries: Cambodia, Laos, China.

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