1 VND to LAK - Convert Vietnamese Dong to Lao Kip

Looking at the 30-day window, the VND/LAK pair traded in a range of 0.821000 to 0.877600. The monthly average was 0.845951 with 1.85% volatility. This downward movement of 2.6% suggests significant momentum in the VND/LAK exchange rate.

The current mid-market exchange rate is 1 VND = 0.857405 LAK, updated as of July 3, 2026, 11:08 PM UTC. Mid-market rates represent the fairest available rate and are the midpoint between buy and sell prices on global currency markets. Actual transaction rates from banks or money transfer services may include a markup above this rate.

Vietnamese Dong to Lao Kip Exchange Rate

The VND/LAK exchange rate tells you how many Lao Kip (LAK) you receive for every Vietnamese Dong (VND). At the current mid-market rate of 1 VND = 0.857405 LAK, this pair reflects live supply and demand conditions on the global foreign exchange market. The rate updates every 15 minutes on this page, giving you the most current data available.

Sending Money from VND to LAK

International money transfers from Vietnamese Dong to Lao Kip can be made through banks, online transfer services, or specialist forex brokers. Transfer times range from instant to several business days depending on the corridor and provider. Online services like Wise, Revolut, and OFX typically offer better rates and lower fees than traditional bank wire transfers, though availability varies by country and currency pair.

Using the VND/LAK Calculator

The free calculator at the top of this page converts any amount between Vietnamese Dong and Lao Kip instantly using live market data. Simply enter an amount in either currency to see the converted value in the other. The tool also shows a conversion table for common amounts, a historical rate chart, and the inverse LAK/VND rate. Bookmark this page to check the rate whenever you need a quick reference for planning transfers or purchases.

Vietnamese Dong Overview

The Vietnamese Dong (VND) is the official currency of Vietnam. The State Bank of Vietnam manages the dong through a crawling peg system as the country's manufacturing export sector grows rapidly. Understanding the fundamentals behind VND helps contextualize its exchange rate movements against LAK and other currencies.

Mid-Market Rate Explained

The mid-market rate of 1 VND = 0.857405 LAK shown on this page is the fairest available exchange rate. It sits exactly between the buy and sell prices quoted by major financial institutions. No single provider can offer exactly the mid-market rate since their business model requires a small spread, but the best providers come within 0.5-1% of this benchmark. Use our rate as your comparison baseline.

Reverse Rate: LAK to VND

The reverse exchange rate is 1 LAK = 1.1663 VND. This is useful if you are starting with Lao Kip and want to know how much Vietnamese Dong you will receive. Both the forward and reverse rates update simultaneously every 15 minutes on this page. You can also visit our dedicated LAK to VND converter for the reverse direction.