Muslim Travel Tips for Vietnam

Practical travel tips to help Muslim travelers feel confident when visiting Vietnam — from halal food and prayer tips to hotel advice and cultural etiquette.

Written with input from local Muslims and frequent travelers.

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INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE CIISD 2026

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE CIISD 2026 2026 Theme: HALAL ECONOMY: A DRIVER FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT On April 22, 2026, in Hanoi, the International Scientific Conference CIISD 2026 will be held under the theme: “Halal Economy: A Driver for Sustainable Development.” The conference is part of the annual series on Innovation, Integration, and Sustainable Development (CIISD), hosted by the Institute for South Asian, West Asian and African Studies (ISAWAAS) under the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences (VASS), in collaboration with Thuongmai University and the Institute of Economics, Society and Environment (IESE) under the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics.

HalalGo Team•4/21/2026

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Indonesia Ready to Cooperate with Vietnam in the Halal Sector

Head of Indonesia’s Halal Product Assurance Agency describes Vietnam as a “potential supplier” of halal products, with strong capacity to participate more deeply in the market.

HalalGo Team•1/27/2026

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Five International Cooperation Priorities to Develop Vietnam’s Halal Industry

At the Plenary Opening Session of the Global Halal Summit (GHAS 2025) in Malaysia, Deputy Prime Minister Trần Hồng Hà affirmed that Vietnam considers the development of the Halal industry a new and important direction to create new growth drivers. GHAS 2025 was a key event within the framework of the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS 2025), with the participation of a Vietnamese delegation representing ministries, agencies, trade offices, associations, and Halal enterprises. Vietnam proposed five international cooperation priorities to promote the development of its Halal industry and deeper integration into global value chains.

HalalGo Team•1/13/2026

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Enhancing Halal cooperation between Vietnam and Türkiye

Opportunities for cooperation in the Halal field are considered one of the promising directions, as both Vietnam and Türkiye possess complementary advantages...

HalalGo Team•1/6/2026

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Halal: The silent 'culinary revolution' reshaping South Korean tourism.

A quiet transformation is underway in Seoul's culinary industry, as more and more restaurants, hotels, and retail chains adjust their menus to Halal standards to cater to the growing influx of Muslim tourists – a group with increasing spending power and influence.

HalalGo Team•1/6/2026

Travel Guides

Can Muslims Eat Street Food in Hanoi?

Muslims can enjoy street food in Hanoi with proper awareness and preparation. While many Vietnamese dishes contain pork or alcohol-based ingredients, halal-friendly options such as vegetarian snacks, fruits, and certified halal restaurants are available, especially near mosques and central districts.

HalalGo Team•1/3/2026

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Developing Da Nang into a destination friendly to Muslim tourists.

Leaders of the Da Nang Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism affirmed that the city is ready to ensure the provision and service for Muslim tourists, developing a Halal tourism ecosystem in line with the orientation of being a tourist destination friendly to Muslim visitors.

HalalGo Team•12/26/2025

Food Tips

Can Muslims Drink Vietnamese Coffee? Halal Guidelines Explained

Vietnamese coffee is popular worldwide, but is it halal for Muslims? This guide explains which ingredients are permissible, what to watch out for with condensed milk and additives, and how Muslim travelers can enjoy Vietnamese coffee with confidence.

HalalGo Team•12/24/2025