Guyanese Dollar (GYD; symbol G$) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of G$1000, 500, 100 and 20. Coins are in denominations of G$10, 5 and 1. US Dollars are widely accepted throughout Guyana.

Banks offer exchange facilities. Bureaux de change (cambios) offer free conversion of currencies.

American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa are accepted by most larger hotels, restaurants, car hire and tour operators. Foreign credit cards cannot be used in Guyanian ATMs.

Accepted but not recommended for those who may wish to change money in a hurry. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take traveller's cheques in US Dollars. Visitors are advised to bring traveller's cheques to cover the entirity of their stay.

The import and export of local currency is limited to G$200. The import of foreign currency is unlimited, provided declared in writing on arrival. The export of foreign currency is limited to the amount imported and declared. The Guyanese Dollar is not negotiable abroad.

Mon-Fri 0800-1230 and Friday 1500-1700.