Antigua and Barbuda Money

Currency

Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD; symbol EC$) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of EC$100, 50, 20, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of EC$1, and 25, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents. US currency is accepted almost everywhere.

The EC Dollar is tied to the US Dollar.

Currency Exchange

Although the EC Dollar is tied to the US Dollar, exchange rates will vary at different exchange establishments. There are international banks in St John’s, and Pound Sterling and US Dollars can be exchanged at hotels and in the larger shops.

Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs

American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa are accepted. ATMs are available in major resorts.

Traveller's Cheques

Are widely accepted. They can be exchanged at international banks, hotels and the larger stores. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take traveller's cheques in US Dollars.

Banking Hours

Mon-Thurs 0800-1500; Fri 0800-1300 and 1500-1700 (some banks open until midday on Saturday).

Exchange Rate Indicators

Date Jan 09
£1.00= EC$3.86
$1.00= EC$2.62
€1.00= EC$3.50
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