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Currency
Maldivian Rufiya (Rf) = 100 laaris. Notes are in denominations of Rf 500, 100, 50, 20, 10, 5 and 2. Coins are in denominations of Rf 2 and 1, and 50, 25, 10, 5, 2 and 1 laari.
Currency exchange
Major currencies can be exchanged at banks, tourist resort islands, hotels and leading shops. Payments in hotels can be made in most hard currencies (particularly US Dollars) in cash, travelers' cheques or credit cards.
Credit & debit cards
Most major island resorts will accept American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Euro card and Diners Club. Arrangements vary from island to island, and it is advisable to check with your credit or debit card company for details of merchant acceptability and other facilities, which may be available.
Travelers' cheques
These are generally accepted in Sterling and US Dollars. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travelers are advised to take travelerscheques in US Dollars.
Currency restrictions
There are no restrictions on import or export of either local of foreign currencies.
Banking hours
Sunday - Thursday 08.00-13.30.
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