Bahamas Travel Guide - Money

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Currency

Bahamian Dollar (BSD; symbol B$) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of B$100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 3 and 1, and 50 cents. Coins are in denominations of 25, 15, 10, 5 and 1 cents. The Bahamian Dollar has parity with the US Dollar and the latter is also accepted as legal tender.

Currency Exchange

Available in banks, bureaux de change and hotels.

Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs

American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted. ATMs are available on the major islands in airport terminals, at banks, casinos and at other convenient locations.

Traveller's Cheques

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

Currency Restrictions

Restrictions apply.

Banking Hours

Mon-Thurs 0930-1500/1600, Fri 0930-1700.

Exchange Rate Indicators

DateJul 08
£1.00=B$1.99
$1.00=B$1.00
€1.00=B$1.58




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