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Vietnam exclusively uses its national currency, the Vietnamese Dong (abbreviated as VND), and does not commonly accept the US dollar for everyday transactions. In this blog post, Sun Getaways Travel<\/mark><\/a><\/em> will furnish you with crucial details regarding money in Vietnam, and ensuring smooth transactions throughout your stay. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Different Values of Vietnamese Currency<\/mark><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Present Currency Exchange Rates<\/mark><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Symbols Featured on Banknotes<\/mark><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Exchanging Currency: Procedures and Tips<\/mark><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Useful Advice for Handling Money in Vietnam<\/mark><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

    1. Different Values of Vietnamese Currency<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Let\u2019s illustrate the VND to USD exchange rate in this section. Presently:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1 USD = 25,377 VND<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Over recent years, the exchange rate has typically remained around this level. In Vietnam, physical coins are now rare. Transactions mainly involve paper currency, polymer notes, or online transfers. Paper bills come in smaller denominations compared to polymer notes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Below is a table displaying these denominations and their equivalents in USD based on the previously mentioned exchange rate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Different values of Vietnamese Dong<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    VND<\/th>USD<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
    1,000<\/td>0.04<\/td><\/tr>
    2,000<\/td>0.08<\/td><\/tr>
    5,000<\/td>0.2<\/td><\/tr>
    10,000<\/td>0.39<\/td><\/tr>
    20,000<\/td>0.79<\/td><\/tr>
    50,000<\/td>1.97<\/td><\/tr>
    100,000<\/td>3.94<\/td><\/tr>
    200,000<\/td>7.88<\/td><\/tr>
    500,000<\/td>19.7<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    The lowest denomination in Vietnamese currency is 1,000 VND, while the highest is 500,000 VND.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    \ud83d\udc49 More information in here: Payments in Vietnam for Foreigners: 10 Things You Need to Know in 2025<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    2. Present Currency Exchange Rates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Stay updated on the prevailing currency exchange rates in Vietnam to ensure smooth financial transactions during your visit. Understanding the current monetary values enables you to make informed decisions when exchanging currencies or making purchases. By keeping an eye on the exchange rates, you can effectively budget for your trip, optimize your spending, and avoid unnecessary expenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Below is a conversion chart detailing the top 10 most heavily traded currencies worldwide into Vietnamese Dong (VND): (last updated: 8 May 2024)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Currencies<\/th>Exchanging rates <\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
    US Dollar (USD)<\/td>1 USD = 25,377 VND<\/td><\/tr>
    Euro (EUR)<\/td>1 EUR = 27,338 VND<\/td><\/tr>
    Japanese yen (JPY)<\/td>100 JPY = 16,493 VND<\/td><\/tr>
    Pound sterling (GBP)<\/td>1 GBP = 31,887 VND<\/td><\/tr>
    Australian dollar (AUD)<\/td>1 AUD = 16,810 VND<\/td><\/tr>
    Canadian dollar (CAD)<\/td>1 CAD = 18,569 VND<\/td><\/tr>
    Swiss franc (CHF)<\/td>1 CHF = 28,007 VND<\/td><\/tr>
    Chinese renminbi (CNY)<\/td>1 CNH = 3,522 VND<\/td><\/tr>
    Hong Kong dollar (HKD)<\/td>1 HKD = 3,248 VND<\/td><\/tr>
    New Zealand dollar (NZD)<\/td>1 NZD = 15,254 VND<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Vietnam provides >>> <\/mark>E-visa options to all nations and extends visa-free stays<\/mark><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    3. Symbols Featured on Banknotes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    Explanation of Symbols on Vietnamese Banknotes<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    The Vietnamese dong possesses distinct features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n