Can you take Vietnamese dong out of Vietnam?
Based on 3 discussions with 8 participants · Last activity: 20 days ago
TL;DR
Technically there are restrictions on exporting Vietnamese dong, but small amounts (1.5–2.5 million VND) are routinely carried out without declaration and without issues at customs. It's practical to keep leftover dong for a return trip or sell it to fellow travelers.
What the community said
Chinese yuan can be exchanged in Vietnam, but it's less convenient than USD or EUR. It's worth checking with specific exchange offices in Nha Trang before relying on this.
20 days ago CNY to VND: less common exchange
Caspian Bank VISA card works in Vietnam without issues and is accepted widely. Some travelers still carry a small amount of cash as backup.
20 days ago Caspian VISA — works in Vietnam
After many trips to Vietnam, leftover amounts of 1.5–2.5 million VND have been carried out without declaration and without any issues at customs. Having local cash ready on arrival next time is very convenient.
20 days ago 1.5–2.5 million VND — no customs issues reported
If you don't plan to return to Vietnam, leftover dong can be sold to friends or fellow travelers heading there — having some local cash on arrival is handy for taxis and small expenses. Posting in travel community chats is a common way to find buyers.
20 days ago Sell leftover VND to outbound travelers
The question of where to get the best exchange rate in Nha Trang comes up frequently. Online searches often return outdated info with rates worse than the airport. The best approach is to ask recent arrivals in travel communities for current rates.
20 days ago Exchange rate: ask recent arrivals for current info
Officially, exporting Vietnamese dong is restricted, but in practice travelers routinely carry small amounts out of the country without declaring them and without any reported consequences.
20 days ago Exporting VND: restricted officially, small amounts fine in practice