Vietnam, the information guide - Money and Tipping
The local currency is the dong (abbreviated "d" or VND). Bank notes are 200d, 500d, 1000d, 2,000d, 5,000d, 10,000d, 20,000d, 50,000d, 100,000d and 500.000d. The rate of exchange at updating time is approximately dong 16.000 to one US Dollar, Credit cards are generally only accepted in major cities.
Visitors are recommended to carry US Dollar in small denominations. Travelers can change their money for Vietnamese dong (VND) at banks, hotels and jewelry shops throughout the country.
Tipping is widely practiced, in addition to hotel and restaurant service charges shown on bills (Porters, VND 10.000 - 15.000 per bag).
