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Currency & Money
Euro (EUR; symbol €) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of €500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of €2 and 1, and 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents.
American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard, and Visa are widely accepted across the country. If you are eating at a restaurant, check prior to the meal that your card will be an acceptable form of payment. Even in cities, it is advisable to carry some cash with you.
ATMs compatible with international banking networks are in all towns and cities, as well as airports, major train stations and other spots.
Standard banking hours in France are Mon-Fri 0830-1700 hours. Some banks extend their hours one day a week and some branches also open on Sat between 0900-1300 hours.
In Monaco, banks are normally open Mon-Fri 0900-1200 and 1400-1700 hours.
There are no restrictions on the import or export of local or foreign currency. However, amounts exceeding €10,000 or equivalent must be declared if travelling from or to a country outside the European Union.
Currency exchange can be made in most banks and post offices as well as in some large stores, train stations, airports, and exchange offices near major tourist sites. Shops and hotels are prohibited by law from accepting foreign currency. Travellers should check with their banks for details and current rates.
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