Buy Currency
Home hero arrow

Buy Vietnamese Dong

How much would you like?

= VND=1 NZD
Looking for a different currency?

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 *

How many Vietnamese dongs will I need?**

Please select your budget above.

- +
* * * * * *
- +
* * * * * *

Total spending money needed:

  • *A budget
  • *for people for
  • * nights

*Recalculate

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.

Buying Vietnamese dong Online is Easy

Simply order your Vietnamese dong online to lock in the rate, then choose to collect at your local store or at the airport before you fly.

  • 1. Click the ‘Buy VND Now’ button below

  • And tell us how much you need for your trip.

  • 2. Choose where to get it

  • Collect your currency from 33 Travelex stores.

  • 3. Pay online

  • Simply pay using either your debit card (recommended) or credit card and you’re all set!

Travelling to Vietnam in the Future?

Travelling to Vietnam in the Future?

Track Rates and get notified when the Vietnamese Dong matches your ideal rate so you can decide if it’s a good time to buy!

Track Rates

Prefer to Buy in Store?

Prefer to Buy in Store?

If buying online is not your thing, visit your nearest Travelex store around and one of our friendly sales consultants will help you organise your real for your trip to Vietnam.

Find a Store

Travel Card or Cash?

Travel Card or Cash?

What’s Better When Travelling Abroad?

We’ve outlined the pros and cons of travelling with a travel card or cash to help you decide.

Learn more

*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.

Get In Touch

Services

Travelex Info

Join the conversation

Contact Us

Online Order Queries:

Tel.: 0800 666 391

(open 24\7, calls may be recorded for training and security purposes)

Email: retailcscaust.nz@travelex.com

Trustpilot
Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy Security
Norton Seal

© 2024 Travelex Financial Services NZ Limited (and its licensors)

Cookie Consent: We use cookies on this website in order to understand how you use our site, and to create a more valuable experience for you. Some cookies may also assist us in showing you relevant ads and information as you continue to browse the internet, based on information you accessed on our site. You can configure your browser to accept or decline all cookies or notify you when a cookie is sent. Please be aware that parts of this site may not function correctly if you disable some cookies. For more details on our use of cookies, and how we manage your personal information, refer to our Privacy Statement. By continuing to use this site you consent to our use of cookies on your device unless you have disabled them.