Can you open a bank account in Da Nang without a visa, just with an entry stamp?

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TL;DR

Yes, BIDV bank opens accounts for foreigners with just a passport and arrival stamp (no visa needed) — the account works the same day, with a minimum deposit of 50,000 VND.

What the community said

BIDV opens accounts with just an arrival stamp, no visa required: bring your passport and 50,000 VND (this gets credited to the account but can't be withdrawn). Account is active the same day. Lunch break 11:00–13:30 (Mon–Fri).

BIDV bank, 50,000 VND

You don't need a physical card to pay via QR code — a bank account is enough, and it can be opened without a visa.

A BIDV account doesn't get blocked even if you don't come in to update it when you get a new visa — confirmed by personal experience. Account opening is either free or costs a nominal fee.

BIDV bank

Not all banks are equally flexible: one traveler was refused a cash deposit at BIDV because foreigners are required to prove the source of funds. It's worth checking conditions in advance or trying another bank like Vietcombank.

BIDV vs Vietcombank