I Left The U.S. For Vietnam — Here's How Much It Costs

Markeiz Ryan, 36, left a military career behind to build a new life in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam after being honorably discharged in 2019. He earns around $4,000/month and pays $850/month in rent for his two-bedroom apartment.

Produced and Edited by: Mickey Todiwala
Managing Producer: Beatriz Bajuelos
Camera: Louis Corallo
Animator: Alisa Stern
Reporter: Celia Fernandez
Additional Footage: Markeiz Ryan

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I Left The U.S. For Vietnam — Here's How Much It Costs