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The Low Down on Vietnamese Currency

Currency:	Vietnamese dong
Currency code:	VND
Central Bank:	State Bank of Vietnam
Currency symbol:	₫ (doong)
Bank notes:	1,000₫, 2,000₫, 5,000₫, 10,000₫, 20,000₫, 50,000₫, 100,000₫, 200,000₫, 500,000₫
Coins:	200₫, 500₫, 1000₫, 2000₫

The official currency of Vietnam is the dong which is abbreviated to the currency code VND.

Unlike certain other currencies which derive their names from more unusual circumstances, the term ‘dong’ originates from ‘dong tien’ literally meaning ‘money’.

Want to be a millionaire in Vietnam? If travelling from New Zealand and you exchange $100 NZD, you’ll end up with approximately 1,262,494 dong*!

The use of coins has significantly decreased since 2012 and retail stores generally don’t accept them; however they are still accepted by certain banks.

What to spend your Vietnamese dong dollars on:

Local bus ticket
7,000 VND
1 km taxi ride
12,000 VND
Street food meal
40,000 VND
Bottle of beer
20,000 VND
Water puppet show ticket
100,000 VND

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Must-See Places in Vietnam

Hoi An
Wander along the lantern-adorned streets of Hoi An’s old town; or cycle to nearby rivers and beaches, exploring the blend of cultures that make this one of Vietnam’s unmissable destinations.

Hanoi
The grand old city of Hanoi boasts stunning French-colonial architecture, extraordinary lakes, irresistible cuisine and some of the best shopping Vietnam has to offer.

Ha Long Bay
Cruise through the tranquil beauty of Ha Long Bay’s towering limestone pillars and inlets to find hidden beaches, cave systems and mysterious floating villages.

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^{*Rates are subject to change throughout the day. In-store rates vary compared to online.}

^{**The figures provided are indicative only and are there to provide an idea of the amount of travel money you may need during your trip.}

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