The local currency is the dong (abbreviated "d" or VND). Bank notes are 500 / 1,000 / 2,000 / 5,000 / 10,000 / 20,000 / 50,000 / 100,000 / and 500,000 VND. Coins include 200 / 500 / 1,000 / 2,000 / and 5,000 VND but are not in common use anymore.

The exchange rate (1 June 2016) is approximately 22,000 VND to 1 USD.

Money Exchange
Money and travellers’ cheques, particularly USD, can be exchanged at banks, hotels and authorised money-exchangers. It is advisable to carry USD bills in small denominations.

Credit Cards & ATMs
Credit cards are generally only accepted in major hotels, and in some up-market shops and restaurants in major cities. ATM facilities are available in all major cities.