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Currency: Since 1 January 1999, the Euro, which was introduced in January 2002, has been the official currency for the French Overseas Departments (Départements d’outre-mer) French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Martinique and Réunion. For further details, exchange rates and currency restrictions, see France section. US Dollars are also accepted in some places.
Currency exchange: All major currencies can be exchanged at banks and bureaux de change.
Credit & debit cards: Diners Club, American Express and Visa are accepted. MasterCard has limited acceptance. Cards can also be used in cash dispensers. Check with your credit or debit card company for details of merchant acceptability and other services which may be available.
Travellers cheques: Accepted in most places, and may qualify for discounts on luxury items. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take travellers cheques in Euros or US Dollars.
Banking hours: Mon-Fri 0730-1230 and 1430-1630.
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