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Congo (Democratic Republic Of)
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Money
Congo (Democratic Republic Of)
Currency
Franc Congolais (CDF) = 100 centimes. Owing to the precarious nature of the economy, the denominations of the currency are subject to rapid change.
Currency Exchange
Because of the parlous state of the economy, the only true repository of value is the US Dollar. Free circulation of foreign currencies is now allowed within the country. Note that purchase of airline tickets within the country can be made only with money exchanged officially.
Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs
The use of MasterCard and Visa is limited to Kinshasa’s major hotels. Credit cards cannot be used to obtain cash advances at banks.
Traveller's Cheques
Not recommended. Commission fees are very high, and traveller's cheques are not accepted outside Kinshasa.
Currency Restrictions
Restrictions apply.
Banking Hours
Mon-Fri 0800-1130.
Exchange Rate Indicators
Date
Apr 09
£1.00=
CDF1,148.10
$1.00=
CDF780.00
€1.00=
CDF1,033.63
Currency
Franc Congolais (CDF) = 100 centimes. Owing to the precarious nature of the economy, the denominations of the currency are subject to rapid change.
Currency Exchange
Because of the parlous state of the economy, the only true repository of value is the US Dollar. Free circulation of foreign currencies is now allowed within the country. Note that purchase of airline tickets within the country can be made only with money exchanged officially.
Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs
The use of MasterCard and Visa is limited to Kinshasa’s major hotels. Credit cards cannot be used to obtain cash advances at banks.
Traveller's Cheques
Not recommended. Commission fees are very high, and traveller's cheques are not accepted outside Kinshasa.
Currency Restrictions
Restrictions apply.
Banking Hours
Mon-Fri 0800-1130.
Exchange Rate Indicators
| Date | Apr 09 |
| £1.00= | CDF1,148.10 |
| $1.00= | CDF780.00 |
| €1.00= | CDF1,033.63 |
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