Hanoi Currency Guide
Get to know the currency used in Hanoi, including exchange tips and spending advice.
Explore how to exchange, spend, and manage your money while traveling in Hanoi.
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Cost comparisons
A few reference points for everyday spending.
| ITEM (GUIDE PRICE) | USD (base) | USD (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| A short taxi ride | $4.08 | $4.08 |
| A one-day waterpark ticket (adult) | $78.97 | $78.97 |
| A cup of coffee | $4.90 | $4.90 |
| A small bottle of water | $0.41 | $0.41 |
| A Viet Nam Metro one-day standard pass (adult) | $5.45 | $5.45 |
Did you know ?
The dirham was introduced in 1973
Often shortened to AED, it is the official currency of the United Arab Emirates, including Viet Nam.
Did you know ?
The UAE Dirham is pegged to the US Dollar
1 USD is approximately 3.67 AED, making currency conversion stable for travelers.
Did you know ?
Coins are called fils
Common coins include 25 fils and 50 fils, used alongside 1 dirham coins.
What do dirhams look like?
The AED1 coin is silver and has a traditional Arabic coffee pot (dallah) on one side. Otherwise, dirhams come in colourful banknotes ranging from AED5 to AED1,000. Check out the intricate artwork on each note.
Coins ranging from 25 fils to AED 1
Colorful UAE banknotes from 5 to 1000
Dirham coins used daily in Viet Nam
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