Vietnam - Money

Currency & Money

Currency information:

Dong (VND; symbol ₫). Notes are in denominations of ₫ 500,000, 200,000, 100,000, 50,000, 20,000, 10,000, 5,000, 2,000, and 1,000. Coins are in denominations of ₫ 5,000, 2,000, 1,000, and 500. In everyday use, only banknotes are commonly seen; coins are rarely used in practice.

Credit cards:

Credit cards are accepted in many hotels, restaurants, and shops in major cities and tourist areas. Visa and Mastercard are the most widely accepted, while American Express and other cards may be limited. Cash is preferred in smaller towns and markets.

ATM:

ATMs are widely available in cities and larger towns, and most accept international cards. Withdrawal limits vary, and transaction fees may apply, both from local banks and your home bank.

Banking hours:

Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00.

Currency restriction:

There are no restrictions on the amount of foreign currency that can be brought into Vietnam, but amounts exceeding US$5,000 or equivalent must be declared on arrival. When leaving Vietnam, the same rule applies.

Currency exchange:

Currency exchange is available at banks, official exchange offices, hotels, and some gold shops. Please exchange money at authorised locations for better rates and to avoid counterfeit notes. US dollars are widely accepted for exchange into Dong.

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