When visiting an international shopping destination such as Bermuda, the correct currency proves essential.
- Legal tender in Bermuda is the Bermuda dollar, which trades at the same rate as the US dollar and carries the same symbol ($)
- Bermuda and US currencies are accepted interchangeably, but change is almost always given in Bermudian coins
- Canadian dollars, British pounds and other foreign currencies will need to be exchanged at local banks
- ATMs may be your best bet for exchanging money. They are fast, accessible and usually offer a great rate. Both the Bank of Bermuda Limited and the Butterfield Bank have on-island ATMs, available 24 hours a day. Check convenience stores, gas stations and your hotel for the nearest ATM
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Credit cards
- MasterCard, VISA and American Express are accepted at virtually every store, restaurant and hotel on our island
- VISA and MasterCard may be used for cash advances at all local banks Cheques
- Traveller's cheques are accepted everywhere
- Personal cheques, if drawn on US banks, may be used at many of our establishments, including hotels, gas stations, liquor stores, restaurants and retail shops
- Some hotels and banks may accept personal cheques, if you make prior arrangements
- The Bermuda Financial Network will cash personal cheques for a 3 percent fee at its Hamilton location (133 Front Street, City of Hamilton, Tel: +1 441 292 1799)
