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Currency and Money
Currency information
In the US, the US Dollar ($) is used. Notes are issued in denominations of $1, $2, $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100. Coins are in issued denominations of 1¢, 5¢, 10¢, 25¢, 50¢ and $1. One dollar ($1) is equivalent to one hundred cents (100¢).
Credit cards
Most major credit cards are accepted throughout the US, including American Express, MasterCard and Visa. Visitors are advised to carry at least one major credit card with them when they travel to the US, as it is common to request prepayment or a credit card imprint upon hiring a car or booking a hotel room. Even if the final payment is not to be done using a credit card, you will still most likely be asked to provide one.
ATM
ATMs are widely available across the state.
Travellers cheques
Although it is now more common to travel with a debit card, visitors can still obtain travellers’ cheques to use for their time in the US. Travellers’ cheques issued in US dollars are widely accepted at large stores, restaurants, and hotels. However, when trying to use them, one or two items of identification (passport, credit card, driving licence) is often required. Cheques issued in other currencies will need to be exchanged for cash at a bank or currency exchange office.
Banking hours
Banking hours tend to vary. Generally, Mon-Fri from 0800-1700.
Currency restrictions
There are no restrictions on the import or export of local or foreign currency. However, amounts in excess of $10,000 or equivalent should be declared at customs.
