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Currency
Euro (EUR; symbol Euro) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of Euro500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of Euro5 and 1, and 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents.
Estonia joined the eurozone on 1 January 2011, with the Euro replacing the Kroon, which is removed from circulation on 14 January 2011. Currency Exchange
All major currencies can be exchanged at banks and bureaux de change. The value of the Kroon has been tied to the Euro.
Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs
Credit cards are widely accepted. Most banks will give cash advances on credit cards with a passport. There are ATMs in nearly all towns.
Traveller's Cheques
Traveller's cheques can be changed in banks in most larger towns, although it has been reported to be problematic.
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 0900-1600; hours may vary. Although banks are usually closed on Saturdays, bureaux de change are open 0900-1500, and some open on Sundays. The main banks in Estonia are Hansapank, Sampo Pank and SEB Eesti Ühispank.
Exchange Rate Indicators
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