Banks in Vietnam

Planning a trip to Vietnam is exciting, and knowing how to handle your money can make everyday travel much easier. While credit cards and contactless payments are increasingly common at hotels, restaurants and larger shops, cash in Vietnamese Dong is still useful for street food, local markets, small businesses and trips outside the main cities.

Our Banks in Vietnam guide provides practical information to help travelers find ATMs, bank branches and money exchange services in popular destinations, including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hoi An, Halong Bay, Hue and Sapa. Whether you need to withdraw cash, find a nearby bank or check where to access banking services during your trip, these guides make it easier to plan ahead.

A quick tip from the WaytoVietnam team: Let your home bank know that you are travelling to Vietnam, carry some local cash for everyday expenses, and when paying by card, choose to pay in VND rather than your home currency to avoid unnecessary currency conversion costs.