Five of Vietnam’s largest gold shops – Mi Hồng, Ancarat, Phú Quý, Bảo Tín Mạnh Hải, and Bảo Tín Minh Châu – have jointly announced new payment regulations. These regulations restrict payment methods, eliminating acceptance of e-wallets and payments from bank accounts not registered in the payer’s name. The move appears to target increased security and transparency in transactions. Several locations will now only accept transfers directly from the customer’s own bank account. This policy change impacts customers seeking to purchase gold at these prominent establishments across Vietnam. The gold shops have not detailed the reason for this shift, but it is likely linked to recent efforts to combat money laundering and ensure compliance with financial regulations within Vietnam.