Paying for Implant Treatment in AUD or NZD in Hanoi

The Short Answer

Implant treatment prices in Vietnam are set in Vietnamese dong (VND), which is the source of truth — Picasso Dental Clinic converts this to an approximate NZD figure for New Zealand patients so you can budget in a currency you recognise, but the exchange rate used is directional and dated, not locked. As of 21 July 2026, a rough conversion is 1 NZD ≈ 15,000 VND, though this moves and should always be reconfirmed at time of booking. A single implant combo package, for example, typically comes out to roughly NZD 1,540–2,800 depending on brand — but you should expect the actual invoice to reflect the VND price converted at the rate on the day you pay, not the rate quoted weeks earlier. This page explains how that process works practically, not what to expect to pay for a specific treatment (see the linked cost guides for that).

Why VND Is the Source of Truth, Not NZD or AUD

Every price at the clinic is set and invoiced in VND. NZD and AUD figures shown on this site and in preliminary quotes are directional conversions to help you plan a budget — they are not a locked exchange-rate contract. This matters practically: if the NZD/VND rate moves meaningfully between when you get a quote and when you pay, your actual NZD cost will shift slightly with it. This is normal for any cross-border medical travel and isn’t specific to Vietnam or to this clinic.

How Payment Practically Works

• Quotes are typically given in VND with an approximate NZD (or AUD) conversion noted alongside, dated to the day of quoting
• Deposits, where required, are usually confirmed in VND with the day’s conversion shown for reference
• Final invoices at the end of treatment reflect the actual VND price list, converted at a current rate
• Payment methods commonly include international card payment and bank transfer; ask your clinic coordinator which options are available for your specific treatment plan and confirm any card processing fees in advance, since these are set by your bank or card provider, not the clinic

What This Means for Your Budget

Because the NZD figure is a convenience conversion, not a locked rate, build a small buffer into your budget — a few percent either way — rather than treating a quoted NZD number as fixed to the cent. This is standard practice for any medical travel involving currency conversion and isn’t a sign of an unclear or unreliable quote; it’s simply how VND-denominated pricing works when shown to an overseas patient.

Indicative NZD Ranges for Common Treatments

*Approximate NZD conversion from VND list pricing as of 21 July 2026 (roughly 1 NZD ≈ 15,000 VND); ask for the current quote in NZD at time of booking since exchange rates move. See the Vietnam dental implant cost guide for the complete VND price list this is derived from.

Comparing AUD and NZD Side by Side

Because Australian and New Zealand patients often book together or compare notes, it’s worth knowing both currencies are converted from the same underlying VND price — a single implant combo at, say, VND 25,000,000 (Osstem) converts to roughly AUD 1,515 or NZD 1,670 at the rates used in this batch of guides. The VND number doesn’t change between currencies; only the conversion does. See the combined AUD/NZD cost breakdown for a side-by-side view.

Questions to Ask Before You Pay

• Is this quote in VND with an NZD conversion, or a fixed NZD number?
• What exchange rate was used, and on what date?
• Will my final invoice be recalculated at the rate on the day of payment?
• What payment methods do you accept, and are there card processing fees?
• Is a deposit required, and how is it applied to my final invoice?
• Can I get my final itemised invoice in both VND and NZD for my own records?

Your Next Step

Send your imaging for a remote assessment so your dentist can confirm the actual VND treatment plan, then ask your coordinator for the current NZD conversion and accepted payment methods before you travel — that combination gives you a realistic, current budget rather than a stale estimate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the NZD price I’m quoted locked in?

No. VND is the source of truth for pricing; the NZD figure is a directional conversion dated to when it was given. Reconfirm the current conversion closer to your payment date, since exchange rates move.

What exchange rate is used for NZD conversions?

For this batch of guides, roughly 1 NZD ≈ 15,000 VND as of 21 July 2026. This is an illustrative rate for budgeting only — ask your clinic coordinator for the rate being applied on the day you actually pay.

Can I pay in NZD directly, or only VND?

Ask your clinic coordinator about accepted payment methods for your treatment plan — international card payment and bank transfer are common options, but final settlement is based on the VND price list regardless of which currency you pay from.

Will my card provider charge extra for currency conversion?

Possibly — this depends on your own bank or card provider’s foreign transaction fees, not on the clinic. Check with your card issuer before travelling if this is a concern.

Why isn’t the NZD price just fixed like a menu price?

Because the clinic’s actual price list is set in VND, and VND-to-NZD rates fluctuate day to day. Fixing an NZD number weeks or months in advance would mean either overcharging or undercharging patients depending on which way the rate moved.

How do I get an accurate NZD budget before booking flights?

Send your CBCT scan or X-ray for a remote assessment to get your actual VND treatment plan, then ask for the current NZD conversion at the time you’re finalising travel dates — this is more reliable than relying on a conversion given weeks earlier.