What Currency Does Vietnam Use?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
Exchange rate (approximate):
1 USD ≈ 26,214 VND
1 GBP ≈ 35,143 VND
Rates are indicative (July 2026) and change daily. Always check live rates before travelling. Rates by Exchange Rate API.
VND converter
100 VND ≈ 0.0038 USD
Vietnamese đồng conversion table
| Amount | USD → VND | GBP → VND | EUR → VND |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26,214 | 35,143 | 29,942 |
| 5 | 131,072 | 175,715 | 149,711 |
| 10 | 262,145 | 351,429 | 299,423 |
| 20 | 524,289 | 702,858 | 598,846 |
| 50 | 1,310,724 | 1,757,146 | 1,497,114 |
| 100 | 2,621,447 | 3,514,292 | 2,994,229 |
| 500 | 13,107,236 | 17,571,458 | 14,971,143 |
| 1,000 | 26,214,472 | 35,142,916 | 29,942,286 |
| VND | → USD | → GBP | → EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | 0.0002 | 0.0001 | 0.0002 |
| 10 | 0.0004 | 0.0003 | 0.0003 |
| 20 | 0.0008 | 0.0006 | 0.0007 |
| 50 | 0.0019 | 0.0014 | 0.0017 |
| 100 | 0.0038 | 0.0028 | 0.0033 |
| 500 | 0.0191 | 0.0142 | 0.0167 |
| 1,000 | 0.0381 | 0.0285 | 0.0334 |
Indicative rates (July 2026). Banks and card providers add their own margin and fees, so the amount you actually receive will differ slightly.
Against the US dollar, 1 VND is worth about 0 USD. Of the 141 currencies covered on this site, the Vietnamese đồng ranks 139th by value per unit (1st = the most US dollars per unit). A high or low number says nothing about economic strength — it simply reflects how the currency is denominated.
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What is money called in Vietnam?
Money in Vietnam is called the Vietnamese đồng — its ISO 4217 currency code is VND, and its symbol is ₫. The Vietnamese đồng is the official legal tender in Vietnam and is used for all everyday transactions — from paying for goods and services to converting money at banks and exchange bureaus. When travelling, you may also see it referred to as the Vietnam currency or simply money in Vietnam.
Is the Vietnamese đồng used anywhere else?
No — Vietnam is the only country on this site using the Vietnamese đồng as its official currency.
Practical money tips for Vietnam
Card payments are widely accepted in most cities, but it's still worth carrying some Vietnamese đồng in cash for smaller vendors, local transport and rural areas. Notify your bank before travelling to avoid transactions being blocked, and compare card fees — many cards charge a foreign transaction fee that a dedicated travel money card avoids.
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Vietnam in context
- Vietnam covers 331,212 km², making it the 67th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- It shares a land border with 3 countries: Cambodia, China, Laos.
- With 101,343,800 people, Vietnam holds about 14.8% of the population of South-Eastern Asia.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Vietnam is a member state of the United Nations.
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Vietnam currency — FAQ
What is the currency of Vietnam?
The currency of Vietnam is the Vietnamese đồng (currency code: VND, symbol: ₫).
What is the currency code for Vietnam?
The ISO 4217 currency code for the Vietnamese đồng is VND.
What is the Vietnamese đồng symbol?
The symbol for the Vietnamese đồng is ₫. You will see this on price tags and receipts throughout Vietnam.
What currency is used in Vietnam?
The official currency used in Vietnam is the Vietnamese đồng (VND).
Can I use US dollars in Vietnam?
The official currency of Vietnam is the Vietnamese đồng, not the US dollar. While USD may be accepted in some tourist hotels and major cities, you will generally get better rates paying in Vietnamese đồng and should exchange money before or on arrival.
What is the exchange rate for Vietnam?
As of July 2026, approximately 1 USD = 26,214 VND and 1 GBP = 35,143 VND. Rates change daily — always check a live source before travelling or sending money.
What is money called in Vietnam?
Money in Vietnam is called the Vietnamese đồng (VND).
Do other countries use the Vietnamese đồng?
No — Vietnam is the only country on this site using the Vietnamese đồng as its official currency.
What is the Vietnamese currency?
The Vietnamese currency is the Vietnamese đồng (VND), the official money of Vietnam.
What is the currency of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam?
The Socialist Republic of Vietnam is the formal name of Vietnam. Its currency is the Vietnamese đồng (VND).
How much is 100 VND in US dollars?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 VND is about 0.0038 USD or 0.0028 GBP. Use the converter above for other amounts.
How much is 100 US dollars in Vietnamese đồng?
At the July 2026 indicative rate, 100 USD is about 2,621,447 VND.
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