In Nha Trang, do old and new US dollar bills get different exchange rates, and can Vietcombank or BIDV give new USD notes when exchanging VND to dollars?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 6 days ago
TL;DR
Yes, there is usually a difference: clean newer US$100 bills get the best rate, while older designs, small denominations, or worn notes are often exchanged at a weaker rate. At Vietcombank and BIDV, exchanging VND into USD is sometimes possible, but whether you get new or old notes depends on the branch’s cash stock.
What the community said
In Nha Trang, the best rate is usually for clean newer US$100 bills. Older designs, folded, stamped, or worn notes are often accepted at a weaker rate, and the difference becomes more noticeable on larger exchanges.
6 days ago New-design US$100 bills
When exchanging VND into USD at Vietcombank or BIDV, the result depends not only on the rate but also on what cash the teller has in stock. Even if the transaction is available, the branch may give you a mixed bundle of newer and older notes.
6 days ago Vietcombank, BIDV
If you specifically want newer USD notes, it is best to ask before the exchange is processed. Without that request, banks usually hand out whatever bills are available that day.
6 days ago New-series USD notes
There is usually a rate difference between newer and older US dollars when selling them for VND, but for clean older notes the gap is often modest. The biggest discount is usually on small denominations and bills in poor condition.
6 days ago Older USD series, small denominations
For practical travel use, it is usually better to carry or buy large newer-design bills, especially modern US$100 notes. They are easier to exchange again in Vietnam without losing much on the rate.
6 days ago US$100 bills