Can you open a bank account in Da Nang without a visa, just with an entry stamp?
Based on 3 discussions with 6 participants · Last activity: 3 days ago
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an arrival stamp, no visa required: bring your passport and 50,000 VND (this gets credited to the account but can't be withdrawn).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).
1 day ago 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.
1 day ago
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.
27 days ago 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.
32 days ago BIDV vs Vietcombank