How can international travelers withdraw Vietnamese dong in Vietnam with minimal ATM fees?

From messages by 4 participants in 2 sources · Last activity: 7 days ago

TL;DR

Under the reported card tariff, withdrawals of at least 1,000,000 VND can be free up to 50,000,000 VND per billing period. Smaller withdrawals or amounts above the limit are charged 2%, with a 30,000 VND minimum fee.

What the community said

To avoid the card’s stated withdrawal fee, take out at least 1,000,000 VND per transaction. The fee-free allowance is up to 50,000,000 VND per billing period.

8 days ago from 1,000,000 VND; up to 50,000,000 VND

The reported Black tariff billing period runs from the 23rd of one month through the 22nd of the next. Plan larger withdrawals around these dates rather than by calendar month.

8 days ago 23rd–22nd billing period

Withdrawing under 1,000,000 VND at once or exceeding the fee-free period allowance triggers a 2% charge, with a minimum of 30,000 VND. Check the terms of your own card plan before travelling.

15 days ago 2%, minimum 30,000 VND