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Currency
Since January 2002 the Euro (Euro) has been the official currency for the French Overseas Departments, French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Martinique and Réunion. Notes are in denominations of Euro5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500. Coins are in denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents, and 1 and 2 euros. For further details, see France section.
US Dollars are accepted but change might be given in Euros. Currency Exchange
All banks and most hotels will change traveller's cheques and foreign currency. All the major French banks are represented on the island. There are bureaux de change in all of the main towns.
Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs
American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa are accepted. ATMs are available in every town.
Traveller's Cheques
Accepted in most places. Their use may qualify visitors for discounts on luxury items. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take traveller's cheques in Euros. US and Canadian Dollar cheques are also accepted in some places.
Currency Restrictions
There are no restrictions on the import or export of local or foreign currency. However, amounts exceeding Euro10,000 or equivalent must be declared if travelling from or to a country outside the European Union.
Banking Hours
Mon-Fri 0800-1200 and 1400-1600, some are open Sat 0800-1300 (closed Wednesday afternoons).
Exchange Rate Indicators
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