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Guatemala
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Guatemala
Currency
Quetzal (GTQ; symbol Q) = 100 centavos. Notes are in denominations of Q100, 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1, and 50 centavos. Coins are in denominations of Q1, and 50, 25, 10, 5 and 1 centavos. The US Dollar also became an official currency in 2001.
Currency Exchange
The Quetzal is extremely difficult to obtain outside Guatemala or exchange after leaving Guatemala, and visitors are strongly advised to exchange local currency before departure. It may be difficult to negotiate notes which are torn. Unused local currency can be exchanged at the bank at the airport.
Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs
American Express and Visa are accepted, whilst Diners Club and MasterCard have a more limited acceptance. ATMs are common throughout the country.
Traveller's Cheques
Accepted by most banks and good hotels, although visitors may experience occasional problems. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take traveller's cheques in US Dollars.
Currency Restrictions
Restrictions apply.
Banking Hours
Opening times vary, but generally Mon-Fri 0900-1900; Sat 0900-1300.
Exchange Rate Indicators
Date
Apr 09
£1.00=
Q12.02
$1.00=
Q8.06
€1.00=
Q10.72
Currency
Quetzal (GTQ; symbol Q) = 100 centavos. Notes are in denominations of Q100, 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1, and 50 centavos. Coins are in denominations of Q1, and 50, 25, 10, 5 and 1 centavos. The US Dollar also became an official currency in 2001.
Currency Exchange
The Quetzal is extremely difficult to obtain outside Guatemala or exchange after leaving Guatemala, and visitors are strongly advised to exchange local currency before departure. It may be difficult to negotiate notes which are torn. Unused local currency can be exchanged at the bank at the airport.
Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs
American Express and Visa are accepted, whilst Diners Club and MasterCard have a more limited acceptance. ATMs are common throughout the country.
Traveller's Cheques
Accepted by most banks and good hotels, although visitors may experience occasional problems. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take traveller's cheques in US Dollars.
Currency Restrictions
Restrictions apply.
Banking Hours
Opening times vary, but generally Mon-Fri 0900-1900; Sat 0900-1300.
Exchange Rate Indicators
| Date | Apr 09 |
| £1.00= | Q12.02 |
| $1.00= | Q8.06 |
| €1.00= | Q10.72 |
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