Scotland Travel Guide

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Exchange rates:

Pound Sterling
C$1 = £0.6
€1 = £0.84
US$1 = £0.81

Currency & Money

Currency information:

British Pound (GBP; symbol £) = 100 pence. Notes are in denominations of £50, £20, £10 and £5. Coins are in denominations of £2, £1, 50p, 20p, 10p, 5p, 2p and 1p.

Scotland has its own banknotes in denominations of £100, £50, £20, £10, £5, and limited £1 notes. No special coins are issued in Scotland.

Both the British pound and Scottish pound have the same value and are accepted throughout Scotland.

Credit cards:

American Express, MasterCard and Visa are all widely accepted.

ATM:

ATMs are available across the country. But if you're heading to a remote location, it is best to have some cash with you.

Travellers cheques:

Traveller's cheques are no longer popular and should be avoided.

Banking hours:

Mon-Fri 0900-1700 (there may be some variations in closing times). Some banks also open on Saturdays.

Currency restriction:

While there are no restrictions on the import and export of local or foreign currency, you must declare amounts exceeding £10,000 if you are travelling between Great Britain (England, Scotland, Wales) or travelling from another country.

Currency exchange:

You can exchange foreign currency in banks, bureaux de change, post offices and some hotels.

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