Good article, on our way to Cuba for the umpteenth time and just double checking current currency regs. You mention coins, from world wide travel experience they are only good in their country of issue. Hello if you can not use cuc in the airport should we use Canadian money to buy something ex drink, lunch or a Canadian credit card?
Thank you. You can use Canadian money to pay for services or items once you pass through the airport security check. Hello I am so confused is Canadian dollars worth more or less than cuc? Is it better to exchange currency at the airport or our resort where will we get a better rate? We are staying at Iberostar Selection Ensenachos Will the resort bus wait for guests to exchange currency if the lines are so long? Is there a fee to enter or leave the country?
The exchange rate at Cuban airports is the same as that of resorts. There is no entry fee to Cuba. You would get around 0. I just updated the article to show how to do the math here. One thing if I wait until I get to the resort to exchange money how can I tip the bus driver and bell hop. Can I tip them in Canadian? Your best bet would be to switch your American currency at the bank then switch it to Canadian money since US money is worth more.
Euros have a higher exchange so you would lose more money that way. Thank you! In this case, you would get 1. Whereas, you get 1. Can you please check this out and let me know whether my information is correct, or not? I hope you read my updated answer below before your trip to Cuba. In fact, you would get only 0. The table above in the article is confusing, which is why I just added an explanation on how to calculate exchange amounts in Cuba.
The British Pound is definitely the best currency to bring to Cuba. Since the Canadian Dollar is not subject to any additional fee other than the exchange fee, it would be better to bring CAD to Cuba. Good morning, we are travelling to Holguin in march and i still have some CUC from the last trip to Cuba in Will i be ok to enter the country with these CUC bills?
We have heard about some travelers who hid the CUCs and passed them through customs. Hello, Thank you for the article and all this info! Definitely clears up a few things.
For more about tipping in Cuba, check out our guide here. Thanks for your informative site! Cubans who have saved CUCs are having a hard time getting currency exchanged and are taking losses to get rid of what will soon be entirely useless paper. My question regards sending money from Spain to adopted family in Havana. They do not know how money can be sent to their account.
Western Union is still converting to CUCs. Any ideas? The Cuban card you are referring to is probably the magnetic card associated with the newly opened bank accounts in USD. This is what we know so far about it:. According to the Central Bank, they can also be used in retail stores. There is no limit on the amount of cash you can withdraw. Transfers from other accounts in foreign currency in Cuban banks.
A, excluding Western Union. This type of bank account is new in Cuba and there still is some confusion about how to use it. There is an article from the Cuban Central Bank answering the most frequently asked questions. Thank You!! Once inside, you should be able to use any accepted foreign currency. One thing that I noticed at the Havana airport is they would not take any US currency that had any tears or writing on it.
I had that issue a few times. Other areas outside of the airport were not an issue. Hi Jessica, Thanks for the tip! Actually, you reminded me that coins in non-USD currencies are not accepted in airport facilities. Will update the article to include your insight! Any idea if this is legal? However, you should be aware that you might expose to currency scams if exchanging money with unofficial vendors.
Hi, I want to buy cigars when I travel to Cuba. I imagine I may be spending around CUCs. However, I strongly recommend you to reach out to your card provider to confirm the fact. You can certainly do transactions in CUP. Also, many stores and restaurants have items priced in both currencies.
In those places, you can request change in CUP too. For more details about how tipping works in Cuba, did you check our tipping guide?
Thank you so much for this! Actually, according to a recent customs resolution, you can export and import up to 2, CUP. I will update the article accordingly to include that fact. This was a very helpful article. We will be staying at the Ocean Vista Azul. We are looking forward to are trip.
So we are not allowed to bring Cuban money into Cuba, we have to get it exchanged when we arrive our resort correct? While at the resort we have booked, is it ok to tip the waiters, housecleaning staff, bartenders, etc.
Unfortunately, the answer to your questions is no. You cannot get Cuban currency out of Cuba. But even if you could, you are not allowed to bringing it into the country. Actually, according to a recent customs regulation, you can import and export sums of up to 2, CUP.
If I had say a few coins and one or two bills, would they confiscate those at the airport before I head home? CUC is still a no-no. Thanks to your comment, I updated the accepted foreign currency section to state this fact. This information is extremely helpful. About to head to Cuba in two weeks. I saw in the post they will exchange Mexican Pesos.
Is there a big currency exchange fee if coming from Mexico? Hi Ashley. You will be fine with the Mexican Peso. I hope you have an amazing stay in Cuba! Heading to Santa Maria in a week, 1st time there but 3rd to the island. Thanks for the refresher on Cuban currency and tipping. The picture distinguishing the 2 currencies is very helpful.
My son in law is Portuguese and communicates very well in Spanish which has always endeared him to the locals, they certainly do appreciate the communication. I am leaving for Cuba this coming Monday…May 6. We are traveling on a cruise ship. Also how will I know with the current situation with Cuba and Venezuela if travel to Cuba will be stopped?
We also were looking at a trip to the Tropicana for a night of intertainment.. We are only in port in Havana for an overnight…. I would love to get to other small towns and the ocean.. How would you travel outside the city? A cab? The cars rides are very expensive to take for a.
You still have to spend a whole day in Havana! Hi I found this article very useful. And what you recommend roughly how much pesos to exchange if staying in all inclusive for a week but for emails things like bus street food etc. It is a small fee to pay if you will rarely use CUP. Thank you for these explications. I feel informed. This tips are very helpful. I understand the currency exchange in this article. I will be traveling to Cuba at the end of this month and my travel agent offers an exchange in advance… it seems like i am still dinged for the conversion, but a little better than what i would get if i do the exchanges myself in Cuba….
Just looking for your thoughts on the terms below. Terms offered by the travel agent: Changing dollars into the local currency can save time at U. Generally, the Cuban currency exchange rate is not likely to change often. That being said, it is true that there may be long lines at some of the official exchange offices CADECA , which you can find at hotels, airports, some banks, and at the cruise terminal.
No worries, Alberto. Happy to help! The 0. Does it help? Hi jopar00, Tipping is entirely optional in Cuba, but recommended. Not all-inclusive hotels are directly managed by the government. Still, the government defines the wages of the Cuban employees at the resorts. Definitely, the tourism worker gets much more money than the average worker in Cuba. This cycle came to an end in October when the government forbid payment in US dollars, leaving only the CUC as the official currency of payment until the recent transition permitting payment in CUP at some businesses.
Hi, Larry! Thanks for you suggestion! Either way, I hope you enjoyed the article! I was told there is a better exchange rate if you bring Mexico Pesos. All the best hotels will exchange your dollars for CUPs. Since the embargo things have gotten worse for Cubans counting on American tourists.
It is hoped that once Cuba stops supporting Maduro in Venezuela, the embargo will be lifted. So believe it or not ,Canadians are the number one tourists there. Tour Republic June 15, 9 Min Read. What Cuban Currency to Use as a Visitor? Where to Exchange Cuban Currency? Cuba Travel Resources. Share Article:. Tour Republic Tour Republic is a travel marketplace where local entrepreneurs offer memorable experiences in Cuba. Show Comments. Leave a Reply Cancel reply.
Melva Fischer on October 31, Tour Republic on October 31, Average These are the average exchange rates of these two currencies for the last 30 and 90 days. Volatility These percentages show how much the exchange rate has fluctuated over the last 30 and day periods. Currency Information. More US Dollar info. More Cuban Peso info. The world's most popular currency tools. Xe International Money Transfer.
Send money. Xe Currency Charts. View charts. Xe Rate Alerts. It is pegged to the dollar but exchanged with the public at a rate of 24 to buy and 25 to sell. CUCs are used in businesses that involve foreign money — such as tourism or buying goods imported from abroad. A painful transition. Cubans may see the price of everyday goods go up at a time when they are already dealing with shortages.
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