A large, ornate wooden colonial-style building with arched windows and decorative trim stands beside an old clock tower and palm trees under a bright blue sky—a perfect scene to welcome travelers arriving on flights to Guianas.
French Guiana, Suriname and Guyana Tours

Money in Guyana

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Best Time to Visit Guyana, French Guiana, & Suriname
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Guyana Visa Requirements
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Guianas Flights
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Internet & Calling in Guyana
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Money in Guyana
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Things to do in Guyana, French Guiana, & Suriname

Money & Budgeting

The currency in Guyana is the Guyanese dollar. You can find current exchange rates on a website such as xe.com. There are ATMs in the capital, Georgetown. Here also hotels will usually accept credit cards. In the more remote parts of the country you’ll need cash. On a tour of Guyana arranged by SouthAmerica.travel most meals and activities will be included. This means that there will not be many additional costs to be paid locally. The main things you may want to take money for are tips and any shopping you might want to do.