Vietnam Currency Guide: Vietnamese Banknotes Explained

Vietnam's currency unit is the "đồng." The State Bank of Vietnam is the sole authority responsible for issuing currency in the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. The name "đồng" refers to copper, the material used to mint coins in Vietnam during the feudal era. Over time, Vietnamese currency has undergone several changes in design and security features to prevent counterfeiting and meet the economic and social needs of the country.