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Home  >  World  > Europe  > Jersey

Money

Currency: Jersey has its own currency but all UK notes and coins are legal tender, and circulate with the Channel Islands issue. Pound Sterling (£) = 100 pence. Notes are in denominations of £50, 20, 10 and 1. Coins are in denominations of 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 pence.

Note: Channel Islands notes and coins are not accepted in the UK, although they can be reconverted at parity in UK banks.

Exchange rates: For exchange rates and currency restrictions, see the United Kingdom section.

Currency exchange: Foreign currencies can be exchanged at bureaux de change, in banks and at many hotels. ATMs are available.

Credit & debit cards: MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club and Visa are all widely accepted. Check with your credit or debit card company for details of merchant acceptability and other services which may be available.

Travellers cheques: Widely accepted.

Banking hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1530. Some banks are open later on weekdays and Saturday mornings.


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