Iceland Money

Currency

Icelandic krona (ISK; symbol kr) = 100 aurar. Notes are in denominations of kr5,000, 2,000, 1,000 and 500. Coins are in denominations of kr100, 50, 10, 5 and 1.

Currency Exchange

Foreign currencies can be exchanged in all major banks. Most hotels also provide their guests with exchange services.

Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs

American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted. ATMs are available throughout the country.

Traveller's Cheques

Widely used. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take traveller's cheques in US Dollars.

Banking Hours

Mon-Fri 0915-1600.

Exchange Rate Indicators

1.00 GBP = 208.82 ISK
1.00 USD = 125.03 ISK
1.00 EUR = 185.89 ISK
Currency conversion rates as of15 November 2009
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