Vietnamese students studying in South Korea are required to join the National Health Insurance (NHIS) system depending on their visa status and applicable conditions. For D-2 international students, checking and paying health insurance premiums on time is an important part of managing everyday life in South Korea. However, students may sometimes have unpaid premiums because they have forgotten the payment deadline, failed to update their personal information after moving, encountered problem...
Vietnamese students travelling to South Korea on a D-2 student visa are required to join South Korea's National Health Insurance (NHI) system. For international students, health insurance is an important monthly living expense to consider while studying in South Korea. In 2026, the average monthly premium for foreign nationals covered as regional subscribers is KRW 158,630, including the Long-Term Care Insurance premium. D-2 students who meet the eligibility requirements for the reduction ar...
HOW TO PAY WITH ALIPAY: A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE Alipay is one of the most widely used payment apps in China. International students can use Alipay to pay in shops and restaurants, make online purchases and pay for various services, provided that their account and payment method are eligible. If you are preparing to study in China, you may also find our guide on life in China: WeChat, Alipay and payment methods for Vietnamese students useful. 1. WHAT DO YOU NEED BEFORE USING ALIPAY? Before making...
After arriving in Japan, opening a bank account is one of the practical procedures that international students should complete. A Japanese bank account can be used to manage living expenses, receive money from family and receive part-time wages. If you have never completed a banking procedure in Japan before, the process may seem unfamiliar. You may need to provide your Residence Card, confirm your residence status, enter information about your school and explain the purpose of opening the ac...
Opening a bank account is one of the important procedures for international students after arriving in Japan. A Japanese bank account can be used to receive money from family, receive part-time wages, pay for daily expenses and carry out other financial transactions in Japan. For Vietnamese international students, the account-opening procedure is not always the same as for Japanese citizens. Banks may check your residence status, period of stay, address and purpose of using the account. Depe...
When exploring opportunities to study or work in Japan, many Vietnamese people are interested in nursing and elderly care. As Japan’s ageing population continues to create a need for care workers, the sector offers various opportunities for people who want to gain practical experience and develop a long-term career in care-related work. However, it is important to understand that nursing (看護師 – kangoshi) and elderly care (介護 – kaigo) are two different fields in Japan. They have different job...