The best way to avoid pickpockets in Vietnam is to stay alert at all times. Carry your handbag on the inside of the sidewalk, not on the side of the street, to avoid having it stolen by motorbike. Never stand too close to the sidewalk while using your phone, or you risk it being stolen by motorbike thieves. Always put your wallet in a front, zippered pocket. Make sure to always make multiples paper copies of important documents, such as your passport, in the unfortunate event that you are pickpocketed.