A cosmetic surgery trip to Vietnam involves more than just the surgical fee. Flights, accommodation, visa, and travel insurance all add up, and most Australians are surprised by how manageable the total is.
This article from COS MEDCONNECT breaks down each cost so you can build a realistic budget before you travel.
What Does a Cosmetic Surgery Trip to Vietnam Cost?
Most Australians are surprised by how affordable a surgery trip to Vietnam is, even with flights and accommodation factored in. The difference in cost comes down to lower surgical and hospital fees in Vietnam, not a lower standard of care.
The five main costs are: your surgical fee, your recovery package, your flights, your visa, and travel insurance. Day-to-day spending in Ho Chi Minh City is a sixth, and far lower than most people expect.
What the Surgical Fee Includes
The surgical fee covers everything related to your procedure. That includes your surgeon, hospital, and anaesthetist fees, plus implants or prosthetics where applicable.
One overnight hospital stay, a compression garment, standard pre-operative tests, post-operative dressings and medications, and your surgeon review are all part of the fee.
Surgical fees vary by procedure. COS MEDCONNECT provides a written quote before you commit, with a clear line-by-line breakdown of what’s included. If you require an additional night in hospital, this is charged separately at $110 AUD per night.
Recovery Package Options in Vietnam: Basic, Comfort, and Luxury
Your recovery package covers accommodation and daily support in Ho Chi Minh City during your stay. The difference between packages comes down to hotel star rating and what’s included each day.
Basic from $1,000 AUD
8 nights in a 3-star hotel, airport and clinic transfers, LED light therapy, 24/7 client liaison support, visa application support.
Comfort from $1,500 AUD
8 nights in a 4-star hotel, airport and clinic transfers, lymphatic drainage massage, LED light therapy, relaxing hair wash treatment, wellness consultation, premium recovery kit, 24/7 liaison, visa support.
Luxury from $2,950 AUD
8 nights in a 5-star hotel with daily breakfast, all airport and local transfers including FastTrack immigration, full post-operative care (lymphatic drainage, LED therapy, premium facial, hair wash, IV drip infusion), wellness consultation, premium recovery kit, 24/7 liaison, and visa support..
The package you choose affects your comfort and recovery experience, not your surgical outcome.
Flights and Visa: Getting to Vietnam for Surgery
Flights are booked independently and are not included in any package.
Return flights from Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane to Ho Chi Minh City can range from $600 AUD to $1,200 AUD, depending on your airline and how far in advance you book. That range widens significantly around Australian school holidays and Vietnamese public holidays.
Your Vietnam e-visa costs approximately $40 AUD for a single-entry 90-day visa. COS MEDCONNECT provides visa guidance to all clients. If you’re on the Luxury package, the application is managed on your behalf.
Booking two to three months ahead generally provides the best flight prices and can significantly reduce your overall travel costs. Our guide on why booking your cosmetic surgery early matters covers this in detail.
Day-to-Day Spending in Ho Chi Minh City
Meals are not included in any package. What you spend day-to-day is entirely up to you, and Ho Chi Minh City is genuinely affordable by Australian standards.
Local restaurants and cafés near the major hotels in District 1 offer a wide range of options at a fraction of what you’d pay at home.
Your hospital transport is covered by the coordination fee, but for personal trips around the city, Grab (the local rideshare app) is readily available and inexpensive. Most clients arriving from Australia are surprised by how far their money goes.
For a realistic breakdown of day-to-day costs, see Is $1,000 Enough for 2 Weeks in Vietnam?
Your Total Vietnam Surgery Trip Budget
Here’s how the non-surgical costs stack up:
Item | Estimated cost |
Recovery package | $1,000–$2,950 AUD |
Return flights | $600–$1,200 AUD |
Vietnam e-visa | ~$40 AUD |
| Non-surgical total (estimated range) | $1,640–$4,190 AUD |
Your surgical fee is quoted separately and varies by procedure. COS MEDCONNECT provides a written quote with a line-by-line breakdown before you commit to anything.
If you’re still in the early stages of planning, our complete guide to cosmetic surgery in Vietnam covers everything worth knowing before you decide.
COS MEDCONNECT – Australia’s cosmetic surgery coordinator in Vietnam
COS MEDCONNECT is an Australian-founded medical tourism company that coordinates cosmetic surgery procedures in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The company connects Australian clients with qualified surgeons, managing the full journey from online consultation and travel logistics through to post-operative recovery support.
Website: cosmedconnect.com
Email: hello@cosmedconnect.com
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pay in Australian dollars?
Yes. The hospital accepts AUD, VND, and most major currencies. The amount you pay must equal your quoted AUD surgical fee at the exchange rate on the day of your final in-person consultation in Vietnam.
Are there any hidden costs?
Nothing is hidden. All exclusions are listed on your written quote before you commit. The main costs outside your surgical fee are your recovery package, flights, visa, medical travel insurance, and meals during your stay.
How much should I budget in total for a surgery trip to Vietnam?
Your non-surgical costs include your recovery package ($1,000–$2,950 AUD), return flights ($600–$1,200 AUD), visa (approximately $40 AUD), and medical travel insurance. Your surgical fee is quoted separately and varies by procedure.
Do I need to pay the surgical fee before I travel?
No. The surgical fee is paid directly to the hospital when you arrive in Vietnam, at your final pre-surgery consultation. You only pay the coordination fee before you travel.
Disclaimer: This article provides general information about the costs associated with cosmetic surgery travel to Vietnam and does not constitute financial or medical advice. All fees quoted are estimates and subject to change. Final surgical fees are confirmed after medical assessment and may differ from initial quotes. Individual results and recovery experiences vary. COS MEDCONNECT coordinates access to surgical services but does not perform surgical procedures or provide medical advice.
Jane is the founder of COS MEDCONNECT. She enjoys sharing knowledge about cosmetic surgery and is passionate about helping people find trusted providers
