Rupiah (IDR). Notes are in denominations of IDR100,000, 50,000, 20,000, 10,000, 5000, 1000, 500 and 100. Coins are in denominations of IDR1000, 500, 100, 50 and 25.

Although there should be no difficulty exchanging major currencies in the main tourist centres, problems may occur elsewhere. The easiest currency to exchange is the US Dollar.

American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Diners Club and Eurocard are widely accepted in Jakarta and the main tourist areas. In more remote areas, it is best to carry cash in small denominations. ATMs are available.

Limited merchant acceptance but can be easily exchanged at banks and larger hotels. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take traveller's cheques in US Dollars or Pounds Sterling. Amex are more widely accepted.

There are no restrictions on the import or export of foreign currency. The import and export of local currency is limited to IDR50,000, which must be declared; more than IDR10,000,000 needs authorisation. Failure to declare amounts in excess of IDR10,000,000 may result in heavy fines. Local currency may be exchanged on departure.

Mon-Fri 0830-1530/1730; Sat 0930-1230.