Country Information




Currency

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


Currency Exchange

Exchange facilities are available for all incoming and outgoing flights at all international airports in Australia. International-class hotels will exchange major currencies for guests. It is recommended that visitors change money at the airport or at city banks.


Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs

Major credit cards are accepted. Use may be restricted in small towns and outback areas.


Traveller's Cheques

Widely accepted in major currencies at banks or large hotels. However, some banks may charge a fee for cashing traveller's cheques. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take traveller's cheques in a major currency.


Currency Restrictions

The import and export of local and foreign currency is unrestricted. Amounts over Euro10,000 or equivalent must be declared.


Banking Hours

Mon-Thurs 0930-1600, Fri 0930-1700. These hours may vary slightly throughout the country.


Exchange Rate Indicators

1.00 GBP = 1.77 AUD
1.00 USD = 1.07 AUD
1.00 EUR = 1.4 AUD
1.00 CAD = 0.98 AUD
Currency conversion rates as of 1 September 2014