Bao Minh (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Vietnamese non-life insurer offering health care insurance.
Also offers
Vietnam
Statutory social insuranceHow health coverage works
In Vietnam, basic health cover is provided by a statutory social insurance system.
Vietnam runs mandatory national health insurance managed by Vietnam Social Security, covering most residents with co-payments. Private health insurance supplements it for private hospitals and higher-tier care.
Basic coverage is provided by the public system. Vietnam Social Security
Private health insurance
Bao Viet (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
State-linked insurer offering personal health and hospital cover.
Also offers
Manulife (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Life insurer offering health and medical insurance products.
Also offers
Prudential (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Life insurer offering health protection and hospital plans.
Also offers
PVI Insurance (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Non-life insurer offering PVI Care health insurance.
Also offers
Key facts
| Official source | Vietnam Social Security |
|---|---|
| Insurers listed | Bao Minh, Bao Viet, Manulife, Prudential, PVI Insurance |
| Last reviewed |
Frequently asked questions
How does health insurance work in Vietnam?
Vietnam runs mandatory national health insurance managed by Vietnam Social Security, covering most residents with co-payments. Private health insurance supplements it for private hospitals and higher-tier care.
Is private health insurance mandatory in Vietnam?
No. In Vietnam, basic cover comes from a statutory social insurance system. Private health insurance is optional and usually complements it.
Which health insurers can I look at in Vietnam?
Well-known insurers listed for Vietnam, in alphabetical order: Bao Minh, Bao Viet, Manulife, Prudential, PVI Insurance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation.
Where can I find official information on health cover in Vietnam?
Vietnam Social Security: https://vss.gov.vn