COUNTRY MONEY GUIDE

Vietnam currency guide

The official currency is VND. Payment habits vary by merchant and location, so travellers should combine a primary card, a backup method and a practical amount of local cash.

Currency converter

VND → USD

Rate date 2026-09-15
Quick amounts
VND 1USD 0.000039

1 VND = 0.000039 USD

Reference rate only. Banks and payment providers may use different rates and fees.

Country/areaVietnam
Official currencyVND
RegionAsia Pacific
ISOVN
DIRECT ANSWER

VND is the official currency

The official currency is VND. Payment habits vary by merchant and location, so travellers should combine a primary card, a backup method and a practical amount of local cash.

CurrencyFlow rates are for budgeting and comparison, not guaranteed bank, card or exchange-counter quotes.

PAYING LOCALLY

Cash, cards and ATMs in Vietnam

Cash use

Cash remains important for small merchants, markets and local transport.

Card acceptance

Cards and QR payments are expanding in cities and larger businesses.

Contactless and mobile payments

Contactless and mobile-wallet acceptance depends on the merchant, network and device.

ATM

ATMs are widely available in urban areas; local and issuer fees can apply.

Dynamic currency conversion

If an ATM or terminal offers conversion into your home currency, compare the disclosed rate and fees with paying in the local currency before accepting.

Tipping practices

Tipping is not mandatory, though it may be appreciated in tourism services.

TRAVEL MONEY

Planning money before and after arrival

Before travel

Before travel, notify the card issuer when necessary, check foreign-transaction and ATM fees, and keep a backup payment method.

Airport exchange

Airport exchange counters can be convenient but may use wider spreads or additional charges.

EXCHANGE RATES

Major VND reference rates

Rate date:2026-09-15
PairReference rateOpen
VND/AUD1 VND = 0.000054 AUDView VND to AUD →
VND/CAD1 VND = 0.000054 CADView VND to CAD →
VND/CNY1 VND = 0.00026 CNYView VND to CNY →
VND/EUR1 VND = 0.000033 EURView VND to EUR →
VND/GBP1 VND = 0.000029 GBPView VND to GBP →
VND/JPY1 VND = 0.00597 JPYView VND to JPY →
VND/SGD1 VND = 0.000049 SGDView VND to SGD →
VND/USD1 VND = 0.000039 USDView VND to USD →
USEFUL CONVERSIONS

Useful VND conversions

FAQ

Vietnam currency questions

What currency is used in Vietnam?

The official currency is VND.

Should visitors carry cash in Vietnam?

Cash remains important for small merchants, markets and local transport.

Are foreign cards accepted in Vietnam?

Cards and QR payments are expanding in cities and larger businesses.

What should I check before using an ATM abroad?

Check the local operator fee, card-issuer fee, withdrawal limit and any dynamic currency conversion offer.

SOURCES & REVIEW

Official references and review

Payment practices vary by merchant, location and time. Check current monetary, customs and card-issuer guidance before travel.

Reviewer
caojingxin
Reviewed
2026-08-12
Rate date
2026-09-15