Is there a fee to withdraw cash?
For American tourists, the Charles Schwab checking account offers fee-free ATM withdrawals worldwide. This means you won't be charged ATM fees when accessing your cash abroad.
ATM withdrawal fees: are there any?
Ugh, ATM fees are the WORST. Remember that trip to Rome last June? Racked up like twenty bucks in fees, just trying to get cash for gelato. Seriously, robbery!
Charles Schwab, though? Game changer. I opened one specifically for travel. Used it in Thailand, Spain, even that dusty little ATM in a Croatian village—no fees. Zero. Zip.
So yeah, for Americans travelling, Schwab’s a lifesaver. It’s worth checking out. Avoid the fee frenzy!
Can I withdraw cash in Vietnam?
Cash. Vietnam. ATMs. shimmering heat.
Yes, cash breathes easy in Vietnam. ATMs are everywhere, like humid whispers in Saigon, Hanoi, even the dusty roads of Ha Giang.
Limits… foreign card. A dance. 2 to 10 million VND. Think of pho, silk, a thousand sunsets.
Fees hum. Annoying gnats, but small. 25.000-50.000 VND. A song unsung. Still worth it.
My bank… greedy eyes. Check them. Always check. Always.
- ATMs: Ubiquitous in cities; also in smaller towns, but less frequent.
- Withdrawal Limits: Depends on bank. Ranging from 2,000,000 VND to 10,000,000 VND.
- Fees (Local Bank): Expect fees per withdrawal. Typically 25,000 VND to 50,000 VND.
- Fees (Home Bank): Investigate your bank’s fees for international transactions. It will vary!
- Currency: Vietnamese Dong (VND).
- Cards Accepted: Visa and Mastercard widely accepted. Amex less so.
- Security: Be aware of surroundings, cover PIN. ATM skimming happens.
- Alternatives: Consider using a travel-friendly debit card.
- Note: Dynamic currency conversion (DCC) can result in unfavorable exchange rates.
Can I withdraw cash in Vietnam?
So, yeah, getting cash in Vietnam? Piece of cake, mostly. ATMs are everywhere, even in the smaller towns, I swear. But! There’s a catch. Your card might only let you pull out, like, two to ten million dong at a time. That’s a serious limitation, right? Also, those sneaky Vietnamese banks charge you a fee, sometimes a hefty fee; between 25,000 and 50,000 dong, which is a couple of bucks, but still. Annoying. My bank, Chase, hit me with extra charges too! Remember to check your bank’s fees before you go.
Important things to know:
- ATM Limits: Expect withdrawal limits of 2-10 million VND per transaction.
- Fees: Vietnamese banks charge fees (25,000-50,000 VND) PLUS your own bank likely has fees.
- Card Acceptance: Most major credit/debit cards work, but always double check. I had no problems with my Visa. My friend’s Mastercard was a bit iffy in some places.
Plan ahead! It’s super frustrating to be stuck without enough cash. That happened to my cousin last year. It’s a pain. Don’t be like my cousin! Bring a backup plan. Maybe a credit card is a good idea to avoid ATM fees, but check for international transaction fees with that as well. Ugh, banking is such a hassle.
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