El Salvador Money

Currency

US Dollar (USD; symbol US$) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of US$100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1. Coins are in denominations of US$1, and 50, 25, 10, 5 and 1 cents.

Note: US Dollars were introduced as dual currency in 2001 and have now completely replaced the Colón.

Currency Exchange

Visitors are advised to change currency only at banks and official bureaux de change.

Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs

American Express, MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted, whilst Diners Club has more limited use. There are ATMs in the main cities as well as in shopping malls and service stations.

Traveller's Cheques

These may be cashed at any bank or hotel on production of a passport.

Banking Hours

Generally Mon-Fri 0900-1300 and 1345-1700; Sat 0900-1300 (limited service).

Note: Most banks are closed for balancing the books on 29-30 Jun and 30-31 Dec. These dates may vary for individual banks.

Exchange Rate Indicators

1.00 GBP = 1.67 USD
1.00 EUR = 1.48 USD
Currency conversion rates as of15 November 2009
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