Using Vietnamese dong while traveling in Vietnam.
Vietnamese dong (VND) is Vietnam's national currency. Travelers often use a mix of local cash and cards depending on where they are staying, how they are traveling and the types of businesses they plan to visit.
Why carry some VND?
Cash can be useful for smaller merchants, local transportation, markets, tips and other situations where card acceptance may be limited or inconvenient. Card acceptance is more common at many hotels, larger restaurants and major retailers, but it is still practical to keep some local currency available.
Do you need all your trip cash before departure?
No. Some travelers prefer a starter amount for arrival and obtain more VND later through banks, exchange providers or ATMs. Carrying only what you expect to need can also reduce the amount of cash you have to safeguard.
Plan around your itinerary
A city-focused trip with card-friendly hotels may require less cash than an itinerary involving markets, local transportation, smaller towns or rural areas. There is no single amount that fits every traveler.
Keep cash secure
Avoid carrying all of your travel cash in one place. Keep your primary funds secure, carry only what you expect to use, and confirm current travel and payment conditions before departure.
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