Where to exchange money or withdraw cash in Hanoi, Vietnam?
Based on 3 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 2 days ago
TL;DR
In Hanoi, jewelry stores typically offer the best exchange rates for USD to VND. ATMs are widely available for cash withdrawals. For peer-to-peer cash-out via Vietnamese QR payment, look for local exchange services.
What the community said
For cashing out via a Vietnamese QR payment account, local intermediaries can accept a transfer to a Vietnamese bank account and hand over cash VND in return. These services are typically found in tourist-heavy areas of Hanoi.
2 days ago
Jewelry stores in Hanoi typically offer the best USD to VND exchange rates — this is a common and accepted practice across Vietnam. Major bank ATMs such as Vietcombank, Techcombank, and BIDV are also reliable for cash withdrawals.
2 days ago Vietcombank, Techcombank, BIDV
On Cat Ba Island, currency exchange options are limited compared to Hanoi. It's advisable to exchange enough cash before heading to the island, as rates there tend to be less favorable.
2 days ago Cat Ba Island — exchange in Hanoi beforehand