How Gift Giving Works in Vietnam

Giving a gift in Vietnam can mean much more than simply handing someone a present. There are little traditions and unspoken rules behind what you give, how you give it, and even when you choose to do it.

In this video, I’m sharing some of the gift-giving customs I grew up around and explaining the small details that might not be obvious if you’re unfamiliar with Vietnamese culture.

Some are about respect, some are connected to luck, and others are simply traditions that have become part of everyday life. It’s one of those cultural things that feels completely normal when you grow up with it, but can be surprisingly interesting once you stop and think about it.