Vietnam
Socialist Republic of Vietnam
📋 Key Facts
| Capital | Hanoi |
| Region | South-Eastern Asia, Asia |
| Population | 101,343,800 |
| Languages | Vietnamese |
| Best Time to Visit | Nov–Apr (north), Dec–Apr (south) |
| Timezones | UTC+07:00 |
🛂 Visa Requirements for Australians
⚠️ Visa/Permit Required
Maximum Stay
45 days
e-Visa available online (USD 25). Visa-free for ≤45 days from Aug 2023
Check Smartraveller for latest →💰 Currency & Exchange Rate
Vietnamese đồng (VND)
₫
Current AUD → VND
1 AUD = 18419.5593 VND
As of 2026-03-23
💸 Daily Travel Costs (AUD)
Estimated per-person daily spend including accommodation, food, transport & activities
Budget
~$31Mid-Range
~$78Luxury
~$279🧮 Trip Cost Estimate
| Duration | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days | $217 | $543 | $1,953 |
| 14 days | $434 | $1,085 | $3,906 |
| 21 days | $651 | $1,628 | $5,859 |
Estimates based on typical traveller spending. Excludes flights.
📈 AUD to VND — 12 Month Trend
| Date | 1 AUD = |
|---|---|
| 2025-04-24 | 16563.2378 VND |
| 2025-05-24 | 16760.5965 VND |
| 2025-06-24 | 16961.9655 VND |
| 2025-07-24 | 17297.1646 VND |
| 2025-08-24 | 17097.2648 VND |
| 2025-09-24 | 17455.4761 VND |
| 2025-10-24 | 17155.7131 VND |
| 2025-11-24 | 16991.3847 VND |
| 2025-12-24 | 17670.9472 VND |
| 2026-01-24 | 18104.5017 VND |
| 2026-02-24 | 18463.1845 VND |
| 2026-03-24 | 18382.6860 VND |
💡 Exchange Rate Insight — AUD to VND
Best Rate (12m)
18463.1845
Feb 2026
Worst Rate (12m)
16563.2378
Apr 2025
Current
18382.6860
Mar 2026
12m Average
17486.4371
✅ Above average
Now is a relatively good time to exchange AUD to VND. The current rate is above the 12-month average.
🧳 Travel Tips for Australians Visiting Vietnam
- Travel Advisory: Exercise normal safety precautions — always check Smartraveller before booking
- Visa: e-Visa available online (USD 25). Visa-free for ≤45 days from Aug 2023
- Currency: The local currency is Vietnamese đồng (VND). At current rates, 100 AUD ≈ 1841956 VND
- Best time to visit: Nov–Apr (north), Dec–Apr (south)
- Language: Vietnamese
- Budget: Expect to spend ~$78 AUD/day for a mid-range trip
- Time zone: UTC+07:00
- Travel insurance: Always get comprehensive travel insurance. Medicare does not cover you overseas (except in most countries)
🛡️ Travel Insurance for Vietnam
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