Should I convert canadian money into USD or wait til I am in VN and get Dong or USD?

Question

Should I convert canadian money into USD or wait til I am in VN and get Dong or USD?

Answer 1

I saw that it was possible to change C$ in the larger cities in Vietnam, but Im not sure what the rates were like.

Take some US$ though, because it's by far the easiest to change in smaller towns.

Answer 2

Hello !

when you come to Vietnam, you can change any money if you want, from canadian into Dong or USD and on the  contrary. if you have any question about Vietnam travel, let me know, i will give you further information.

...........................cheer.........

Answer 3

Right now it would be better to convert to Euros.  The gentleman above is correct though.  ATM's are everywhere and that makes it safer and easier   The Dollar is bouncing up and down right now but primarily down.  So if you have to carry currency the Euro is real stable and has actually been going up in value.  Small denomination US dollars are a good fall back in the outer provinces and small towns.  It's just up to you to determine whats easiet and safest for you!

Answer 4

I never carry cash.  I suggest an ATM card.  Much safer.

I have not been to VN yet.  BKK was fine with Debit card.

Answer 5

carry US dollar and exchange in VN. If you use credit card, you may pay for fees.

Answer 6

Don't worry how to convert them. Just bring your Credit Card or Debit Card with you. In big cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, you can even pay with cards in plaza or shops, don't need to exchange or anything. If you want to pay to small stuffs, you can go to the bank there and convert. There are many ways...