Yes.
Vietnamese regulations allow foreigners to open and use payment accounts. However, the required documents depend on the person's status in Vietnam.
For a foreigner residing in Vietnam, the required documents include a passport as well as a valid visa, a document in lieu of a visa, or proof of visa exemption. Regulations and Vietnamese authorities provided clarifications on this concept in 2026.
In practice, the bank may request additional documents depending on the application and its internal procedures.
It is therefore advisable to bring:
- original passport;
- visa or residence document;
- eventually a temporary residence card (Temporary Residence Card / TRC);
- address in Vietnam;
- Vietnamese phone number;
- evidence regarding your employment or income when requested by the bank.
The exact requirements should be verified with the chosen bank.