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Ukraine

Currency

Hryvnya (UAH) = 100 kopiyok (singular: kopiyka). Notes are in denominations of UAH500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1. Coins are in denominations of UAH1 and 50, 25, 10, 5, 2 and 1 kopiyok.

Currency Exchange

Money should only be changed at currency booths on the street or in banks. It is advisable to keep receipts showing money changed. Changing money with black-market traders is not recommended and can be dangerous.

Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs

Not readily accepted. Only a few restaurants and hotels will accept them. Travellers should be aware there is a high level of credit card fraud.

Traveller's Cheques

Not generally advised. If taken, they should be made out in US Dollars.

Currency Restrictions

Restrictions apply.

Banking Hours

Mon-Fri 0930-1730.

Exchange Rate Indicators

Date Jan 09
£1.00= UAH12.48
$1.00= UAH8.30
€1.00= UAH11.35

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