How much do Brazilian teachers earn in Vietnam?

Brazilian teachers earn $1,200–$2,500/month in Vietnam. Cost of living is $400–$700/month. Most save $800–$1,500/month.

How much does it cost to move from Brazil to Vietnam?

Total upfront cost from Brazil is $1,300–$2,300 including flight ($830–$1,000), UP2U fee ($199–$349), and first month expenses.

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How to Teach English in Vietnam from Brazil

Brazilian teachers are earning $1,200–$2,500/month in Vietnam. Here's the full picture.

$1,200–$2,500/mo

Salary Range

$400–$700/mo

Cost of Living

$800–$1,800/mo

Net Savings

6–12 weeks

Time to Hire

Lara's Story — From R$4,500/Month in Sao Paulo to $1,500/Month in Hanoi

Lara spent three years teaching English at a language school in Sao Paulo. R$4,500 a month sounded reasonable until you subtracted rent in a shared apartment, metro passes, and food. She saved nothing.

She'd looked at teaching in Europe and the US. Same story — visa walls, native-speaker requirements, or programs that cost more than she earned in a year.

Six weeks after joining UP2U, she had a contract in Hanoi — $1,500/month, 20 hours per week. Her rent is $250. She saves more every month than she earned in Sao Paulo.

"In Sao Paulo I worked 40 hours to survive. In Hanoi I work 20 hours and actually live. The math changed everything."

— Lara, Brazil → Hanoi

Brazil has great teachers stuck in a system that doesn't pay them. Vietnam has schools that need exactly what Brazilian teachers offer — energy, warmth, and real English ability.

Why Vietnam Works for Brazil Teachers

No passport discrimination

Vietnamese schools hire based on ability, not nationality. Your Brazilian passport is not a barrier. Over 700 non-native speakers from 40+ countries teach in Vietnam.

The salary goes further

The average teacher salary in Brazil is around R$4,500/month (~$800). In Vietnam, you earn $1,200–$2,500/month teaching only 20–25 hours per week — and the cost of living is significantly lower than Sao Paulo or Rio.

You can save and send money home

Most Brazilian teachers in Vietnam save $800–$1,500/month after all expenses. In Brazil, most teachers save zero. The difference is the entire point.

The Catholic community connects

Vietnam has over 7 million Catholics. English masses at Notre-Dame Cathedral in HCMC, churches in every city. You'll find community.

Brazilian energy is your superpower

Vietnamese schools love Brazilian teachers. The energy, warmth, and natural expressiveness that Brazilians bring to a classroom is exactly what keeps young students engaged. Your culture is an asset here.

Brazil to Vietnam — Step by Step

Step 1 — Get Your Documents Ready

• Valid Brazilian passport (6+ months remaining)
• Bachelor's degree — bacharelado or licenciatura in any field
• TEFL certificate (120 hours, can be done online for ~$39–$180)
• Criminal background check — atestado de antecedentes criminais (apostilled)
• EF SET English test score (free at efset.org)

UP2U Module 7 covers the exact legalization process for Brazilian documents.

Step 2 — Join UP2U and Build Your Application

The system gives you CV templates, intro video scripts, and email outreach scripts — all proven across 700+ placements. Tier 1 ($199) gives you the full system. Tier 2 ($349) adds personal CV review and application feedback so your materials are hire-ready before you send a single application.

Step 3 — Apply to Schools

Use the 200+ vetted school database to find schools that hire non-native speakers. The system includes the exact outreach emails and follow-up sequences. Most teachers get their first interviews within 2–3 weeks of starting applications.

Step 4 — Interview, Get Hired, Negotiate

Interviews are done online via Zoom or Google Meet. UP2U gives you the exact questions Vietnamese schools ask and the answers that work. Once you get an offer, Module 6 shows you what's negotiable and what to look for in the contract.

Step 5 — Book Your Flight and Move

Flights from Sao Paulo to Hanoi or HCMC run $830–$1,000 one-way (via the Middle East — Qatar Airways and Emirates are the best routes). It's the longest flight of any country we serve, but you only book after you have a signed contract.

Full Cost — Brazil to Vietnam

Flight (Sao Paulo → Vietnam, one-way)$830–$1,000

UP2U program fee$199–$349

Accommodation — Month 1$0–$300 (often employer-covered)

Food — Month 1~$150

Business visa~$100 (often employer-paid)

TEFL certificate$0–$180

Document legalization$50–$150

Total Upfront$1,300–$2,300

Average first-month salary: $1,500. Break-even: approximately Month 3. Year 1 net savings: $8,000–$14,000. Yes, the flight is expensive — but it's a one-time cost against a year of savings.

Questions Brazil Teachers Ask

Can Brazilians teach English in Vietnam?

Yes. UP2U has placed Brazilian teachers in Vietnam. Schools love the energy and warmth Brazilians bring to the classroom.

Will my Brazilian accent be a problem?

No. After 700+ placements, not one teacher failed because of their accent. Clear communication matters, not accent origin.

What degree do I need?

A completed bacharelado or licenciatura in any field qualifies for a work permit. Teachers without degrees can work on tourist/business visas.

Is the flight too expensive?

Flights from Brazil run $830–$1,000. It's the biggest upfront cost. But you only book after you have a signed contract, and you earn it back within the first month.

Is Vietnam safe?

Vietnam consistently ranks among the safest countries in Southeast Asia. The street food culture, the cafe scene, the warmth of the people — Brazilians consistently say it feels surprisingly like home.

Not Sure If You Qualify?

Take the free 2-minute quiz. We'll tell you exactly where you stand and what your next step should be.

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Not ready yet? Email hi@up2uagency.info — Julia will give you an honest assessment. Or follow @up2u.go on Instagram for real teacher stories.

How to Teach English in Vietnam from Brazil

Lara's Story — From R$4,500/Month in Sao Paulo to $1,500/Month in Hanoi

Brazil teachers
we placed in Vietnam

Camila

Why Vietnam Works for Brazil Teachers

No passport discrimination

The salary goes further

You can save and send money home

The Catholic community connects

Brazilian energy is your superpower

Brazil to Vietnam — Step by Step

Step 1 — Get Your Documents Ready

Step 2 — Join UP2U and Build Your Application

Step 3 — Apply to Schools

Step 4 — Interview, Get Hired, Negotiate

Step 5 — Book Your Flight and Move

Full Cost — Brazil to Vietnam

Questions Brazil Teachers Ask

Can Brazilians teach English in Vietnam?

Will my Brazilian accent be a problem?

What degree do I need?

Is the flight too expensive?

Is Vietnam safe?

Not Sure If You Qualify?

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Lara's Story — From R$4,500/Month in Sao Paulo to $1,500/Month in Hanoi

Brazil teacherswe placed in Vietnam

Camila

Why Vietnam Works for Brazil Teachers

No passport discrimination

The salary goes further

You can save and send money home

The Catholic community connects

Brazilian energy is your superpower

Brazil to Vietnam — Step by Step

Step 1 — Get Your Documents Ready

Step 2 — Join UP2U and Build Your Application

Step 3 — Apply to Schools

Step 4 — Interview, Get Hired, Negotiate

Step 5 — Book Your Flight and Move

Full Cost — Brazil to Vietnam

Questions Brazil Teachers Ask

Can Brazilians teach English in Vietnam?

Will my Brazilian accent be a problem?

What degree do I need?

Is the flight too expensive?

Is Vietnam safe?

Not Sure If You Qualify?

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