Jersey Money

Currency

Jersey has its own currency but all UK notes and coins are legal tender, and circulate with the Channel Islands issue. Pound Sterling (JEP; symbol £) = 100 pence. Notes are in denominations of £50, 20, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of £2, £1, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 pence.

Channel Islands notes and coins are not accepted in the UK, although they can be reconverted at parity in UK banks.

Currency Exchange

Foreign currencies can be exchanged at bureaux de change, in banks and at many hotels. ATMs are available.

Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs

American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa are all widely accepted.

Traveller's Cheques

Widely accepted.

Banking Hours

Mon-Fri 0930-1530. Some banks are open later on weekdays and Saturday mornings.

Exchange Rate Indicators

1.00 USD = 0.64 GBP
1.00 EUR = 0.87 GBP
Currency conversion rates as of 9 February 2010
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