Do cafes and shops in Da Nang charge an extra fee for paying with a foreign bank card?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 8 days ago
TL;DR
Yes. In Da Nang, some cafes and shops add around 3% for foreign bank card payments, and reports mention fees as high as 3–5%. Cash usually avoids the surcharge, and local QR payment may not work with overseas cards.
What the community said
According to the most recent experience shared, some businesses in Da Nang add about 3% when you pay with a foreign bank card. Payment goes through a standard card terminal by chip or contactless tap, while local QR payment generally does not work for overseas cards.
8 days ago 3% surcharge
Another report suggests the extra charge may apply specifically to foreign cards: some cafes and food places add roughly 1–2% for card payments, while cash payments are charged at the regular price.
8 days ago 1–2% card fee
Earlier feedback indicates that in some places in Da Nang, the card payment fee can be higher and reach 3–5%. It is worth asking before paying whether a card surcharge will be added.
8 days ago 3–5% surcharge