Follows NMC guidelines · English-medium · Affordable feesMBBS in Vietnam
Vietnam has emerged as one of the most credible and affordable MBBS destinations for Indian students — with universities following NMC guidelines, English-medium programs, and fees starting from $2,833/year. Students Traffic has sent 1,000+ students to Vietnam and handles the entire process for you, from application to landing.
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Universities accepting Indian students for MBBS in Vietnam
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The universities listed above are the ones we currently cover in detail. We reserve individual university guides for schools where we have stronger admissions, fee, and student-planning context. Always verify current intake, medium, and official notices before paying any fees.
All 29 medical schools in Vietnam listed on WDOMS
Use this as the broader official directory view for Vietnam. The detailed university cards above are our higher-confidence guides; this WDOMS section shows the full landscape without forcing thin pages onto the site.
Important: a WDOMS listing shows that a school appears in the directory. It does not, by itself, confirm current Indian admissions, NMC pathway fit, fee transparency, hostel quality, or whether a school deserves its own detailed guide on this site.
Buon Ma Thuot Medical University
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy Faculty of Medicine
Bằng Bác Sĩ
Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy
Bằng Bác Sĩ
Hai Phong University of Medicine and Pharmacy
Bằng Bác Sĩ
Hong Bang International University Faculty of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine
Nam Can Tho University Faculty of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Pham Ngoc Thach University of Medicine Faculty of Medicine
Bằng Bác Sĩ
Tay Nguyen University Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy
Bằng Bác Sĩ
Thai Binh University of Medicine and Pharmacy
Bằng Bác Sĩ
Tra Vinh University School of Medicine and Pharmacy
Bằng Bác Sĩ
University of Danang Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy
Bằng Bác Sĩ
University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Ho Chi Minh City
Bằng Bác Sĩ
Vietnam Military Medical University Faculty of Medicine
Bằng Bác Sĩ
Vietnam National University of Ho Chi Minh City School of Medicine
Bằng Bác Sĩ Y Khoa
Vo Truong Toan University Faculty of Medicine
Bằng Bác Sĩ
Fee structures — 2026
Verified fee breakdowns for universities that have shared their 2026 structure. Amounts in USD unless stated. One-time charges are shared across all universities.
Dong A University
Tuition (Years 1–6)
$4,500
per year
2 semesters × $2,250 each
University reg. fee
₹1,10,000 (~$1,214)
Hostel fee
One-time charges
Important notes
- Visa & health insurance to be renewed by students from 2nd year.
- ₹100 caution deposit in 1st year — non-refundable.
- Amounts may vary with exchange rates at time of payment.
- 2-sharing rooms subject to availability on a first-come-first-serve basis.
- Electricity bill paid separately on a monthly basis.
- All payments to be made before departing to Vietnam.
- Hostel fee is an estimate — contact your counsellor for the final figure.
Dai Nam University
Tuition (Years 1–6)
$4,101
per year
3 semesters × $1,367 each
University reg. fee
₹1,10,000 (~$1,214)
Hostel fee
One-time charges
Important notes
- Visa & health insurance to be renewed by students from 2nd year.
- ₹100 caution deposit in 1st year — non-refundable.
- Amounts may vary with exchange rates at time of payment.
- 2-sharing rooms subject to availability on a first-come-first-serve basis.
- Electricity bill paid separately on a monthly basis.
- All payments to be made before departing to Vietnam.
Phan Chau Trinh University
Tuition (Years 1–6)
$5,500
per year
2 semesters × $2,750 each
University reg. fee
₹1,10,000 (~$1,214)
Hostel fee
One-time charges
Important notes
- Visa & health insurance to be renewed by students from 2nd year.
- ₹100 caution deposit in 1st year — non-refundable.
- Amounts may vary with exchange rates at time of payment.
- Premium rooms available for 2-sharing and 3-sharing — contact your counsellor.
- 2-sharing rooms subject to availability on a first-come-first-serve basis.
- Electricity bill paid separately on a monthly basis.
- All payments to be made before departing to Vietnam.
Buon Ma Thuot Medical University
Tuition (Years 1–6)
$5,000
per year
2 semesters × $2,500 each
University reg. fee
₹1,10,000 (~$1,214)
Hostel fee
One-time charges
Important notes
- Visa & health insurance to be renewed by students from 2nd year.
- ₹100 caution deposit in 1st year — non-refundable.
- Amounts may vary with exchange rates at time of payment.
- Premium rooms available for 2-sharing — contact your counsellor.
- 2-sharing rooms subject to availability on a first-come-first-serve basis.
- Electricity bill paid separately on a monthly basis.
- All payments to be made before departing to Vietnam.
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Why students choose MBBS in Vietnam
Significantly lower fees than Indian private medical colleges — total 6-year costs can be ₹15–45 lakh all-in, well below comparable programs in Russia or Eastern Europe.
Multiple universities follow NMC guidelines — graduates can sit FMGE/NExT to practise medicine in India.
Vietnam is geographically close to India (3–5 hour flights), making semester breaks, emergency travel, and family visits far easier than European or Central Asian destinations.
English is the primary teaching language in international MBBS programs, eliminating the language barrier that affects clinical years in Russia, China, or Kazakhstan.
A rapidly growing Indian student community across Can Tho, Da Nang, Hanoi, and Ho Chi Minh City means established Indian food, cultural support, and peer networks from day one.
Diverse city choices — from the coastal lifestyle of Da Nang to the Mekong Delta calm of Can Tho — let students match their personality and lifestyle preferences.
MBBS in Vietnam at a glance
Program
MBBS (6-year international MD program)
Annual tuition
$2,833 – $9,000
Living costs
$2,400 – $4,800/year
Total 6-year cost
$31,000 – $75,000 approx.
Intake
September
Medium
English (with Vietnamese clinical orientation)
NEET required
Not for admission — required before program start if practising in India
Recognition
NMC, WHO, FAIMER (university-specific)
MBBS in India vs Vietnam
A side-by-side comparison of key factors to help you evaluate both pathways.
NEET UG & your degree validity in India — read this before enrolling
Admission
Some foreign universities may not ask for NEET UG during admissions, but that does not override Indian eligibility rules for future screening or licensing.
Practising in India
To appear for FMGE / NExT and practice medicine in India, NEET must have been qualified before your MBBS program began. Without this, your degree has no legal standing in India.
Agent misinformation — beware
Some agents advise students to start MBBS first and appear for NEET the following year. This is incorrect and harmful. NMC requires NEET qualification before program commencement — appearing after does not validate your degree. NEET scores are also valid for only 3 years from the date of result.
Eligibility criteria for Indian students
Indian students applying for MBBS in Vietnam must meet the standard NMC requirements for overseas medical education, as confirmed in the 2022 NMC Screening Test Regulations.
Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as core subjects
Minimum 60% aggregate in PCB in Class 12
NEET-UG not required for admission — but must have qualified NEET-UG before the program starts if you intend to practise medicine in India after graduation
Age 17 or above at the time of admission
Valid Indian passport
Admission process
A step-by-step overview of how Indian students apply for MBBS in Vietnam.
If you plan to practise in India, ensure you have a valid NEET-UG score before your MBBS program begins
Check that your optionsed Vietnam universities follow NMC guidelines — verify on the official NMC website
Submit your application with required documents to the university or an authorised representative
Receive the university's official admission offer letter
Apply for a Vietnam student visa at the Vietnamese Embassy in India
Complete pre-departure medical tests including HIV test
Travel to Vietnam and complete registration at the university
Attend orientation and begin English-medium MBBS classes in September
Documents required
Educational documents
- Class 10 marksheet
- Class 12 marksheet (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- NEET-UG scorecard
- School transfer certificate
- 10 passport-size photographs
- Valid passport (minimum 18 months validity)
Visa documents
- Admission offer letter from the Vietnamese university
- Completed Vietnam visa application form
- Medical certificate including HIV test result
- Bank statement or sponsorship letter
- Travel insurance proof
- Academic documents (copies in English)
Syllabus overview
How the MBBS in Vietnam curriculum is structured across the program.
Year 1 – Year 2
Pre-clinical (Years 1–2)
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Biochemistry
- Medical Biochemistry
- Vietnamese language orientation
- Biophysics
Year 3 – Year 4
Para-clinical (Years 3–4)
- Pathology
- Pharmacology
- Microbiology
- Internal Medicine
- Surgery
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Year 5 – Year 6
Clinical (Years 5–6)
- Paediatrics
- ENT
- Ophthalmology
- Community Medicine
- Psychiatry
- Hospital internship
Hostel & accommodation
Vietnam universities typically provide on-campus or adjacent hostel accommodation for international students with monthly costs from $80–180/month. Universities in Can Tho, Da Nang, Hanoi, and Ho Chi Minh City have Indian student communities with dedicated Indian food options. Phan Chau Trinh University and Duy Tan University both offer modern student residential facilities. Private housing in larger cities is affordable and gives students more independence after the first year.
Scholarships & financial support
Vietnam does not have a large-scale government scholarship programme specifically for Indian MBBS students. Public universities like Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy occasionally offer partial fee waivers on a case-by-case basis for strong applicants. Bilateral education agreements between India and Vietnam cover a small number of sponsored seats annually — verify current availability with the Vietnamese Embassy in India or the university's international admissions team before applying.
Career opportunities after MBBS in Vietnam
- Clear FMGE/NExT to obtain NMC registration and practise in India — several Vietnam universities are NMC-recognised for this pathway
- Apply for postgraduate DNB or MD/MS programmes in India with a valid FMGE/NExT score
- Explore PG clinical specialisation in Vietnam or nearby Southeast Asian medical institutions
- Vietnam's location gives graduates proximity to Singapore, Malaysia, and other regional medical markets
- Academic or research roles at Vietnamese medical universities or WHO-affiliated health institutions
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