Gold Price Today in Vietnam
Today's Gold Prices in Vietnam - All Karats Live
The following are raw gram prices for the gold price in Vietnam (before making charges), showing the sell price (what you pay when buying) and the buy price (what you get when selling to a shop).
| Karat | Buy Price | Sell Price | Daily Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24k | 3,867,595.55 VND | 4,000,960.92 VND | ▲ 14,351.79 (+0.36%) |
| 18k | 2,900,696.67 VND | 3,000,720.69 VND | ▲ 10,763.84 (+0.36%) |
| Ounce | 120,295,758.19 VND | 124,443,887.98 VND | ▲ 446,390.99 (+0.36%) |
Last updated: 04:35 - 21 August 2026
Gold Performance in Vietnam Over Last Year
Gap Between Gold Price in Vietnam and the Global Price
The table below shows the difference between the displayed local price and the raw global spot price for the same quantity in USD. This is a different indicator from the shop-level "buy/sell spread," since it compares the local price to the pure global price rather than yesterday's price.
| Karat | Local Price | Global Equivalent | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24k | 4,000,960.92 VND | 3,810,438.97 VND | +190,521.95 VND |
| 18k | 3,000,720.69 VND | 2,857,829.23 VND | +142,891.46 VND |
Popular Bullion Bars in Vietnam
| Bar | Weight (g) | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1g Bar | 1 | 4,080,980.14 VND |
| 5g Bar | 5 | 20,304,876.67 VND |
| 10g Bar | 10 | 40,489,724.51 VND |
| 50g Bar | 50 | 202,048,526.46 VND |
Gold Performance in Vietnam - Long Term
Terms Worth Knowing Before You Buy Gold
- What is a troy ounce?
- The troy ounce is the standard global unit used in gold trading on every exchange worldwide, and it equals exactly 31.1035 grams.
- What is the difference between buy and sell price?
- The sell price is what you pay when acquiring gold from a shop, while the buy price is what you receive when selling your jewelry back to the same shop, with the gap representing the dealer's margin.
- What does the karat number mean?
- The karat number indicates the proportion of pure gold in a piece out of 24 parts, so 21k means 21 parts pure gold out of 24, or 87.5% purity.
Market Analysis
Gold holds an exceptional place in Vietnamese culture as a trusted store of value that goes well beyond decorative worth, especially among older generations who lived through periods of sharp inflation that shook confidence in the local currency.
State-owned SJC bars dominate Vietnam's gold market almost entirely, and a noticeable gap often appears between their price and the global rate due to the strict import restrictions the government imposes on the metal.
24k gold, locally known as 'Vàng 9999,' is the overwhelmingly dominant standard in Vietnam, used for both savings and jewelry alike, unlike most neighboring Asian markets that show more variety in karat preference.
Vietnamese markets see a seasonal demand peak around Tet (Lunar New Year) celebrations, when buying a small piece of gold is a well-established tradition believed to bring luck for the coming year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is there a large gap between Vietnam's gold price and the global rate?
Strict government import restrictions and the near-total dominance of local SJC bars in the market.
What's the most common gold karat in Vietnam?
24k (Vàng 9999) is the overwhelmingly dominant standard in the Vietnamese market.
When does gold demand rise in Vietnam?
It rises notably around Tet (Lunar New Year) celebrations as a traditional way to bring luck.