Money
Currency
Since January 2002 the Euro has been the official currency for the French Overseas Departments (Dpartements d’Outre-Mer) of French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Martinique and Runion. For further details, exchange rates and currency restrictions, see the France section. US Dollars are also accepted in some places.
Currency exchange
All major currencies can be exchanged at banks and bureaux de change.
Credit & debit cards
American Express, Diners Club and Visa are accepted. MasterCard has limited acceptance. Cards can also be used in ATMs. Check with your credit or debit card company for details of merchant acceptability and other services which may be available.
Travellers cheques
Accepted in most places, and may qualify for discounts on luxury items. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take travellers cheques in Euros, US Dollars or Pounds Sterling.
Currency restrictions
Same regulations as France; see France section.
Banking Hours
Mon-Fri 0800-1600..
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