Money of El Salvador

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El Salvador

Currency Currency Colón (SVC; symbol SV¢) = 100 centavos. Notes are in denominations of SV¢200, 100, 50, 25, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of SV¢1, and 50, 25, 10, 5 and 1 centavos. US Dollars have been accepted as dual currency since 2001, are now widely used and will eventually completely replace the Colón. US Dollar (USD; symbol US$) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of US$100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1. Coins are in denominations of US$1, and 50, 25, 10, 5 and 1 cents.

Note: Visitors should reconvert all unspent Colones before leaving the country.
Currency Exchange Visitors are advised to change currency only at banks and official bureaux de change. Credit / Debit Cards and ATMs American Express, MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted, whilst Diners Club has more limited use. There are ATMs in the main cities as well as in shopping malls and service stations. Travellers Cheque Advice These may be cashed at any bank or hotel on production of a passport. Banking Hours Generally Mon-Fri 0900-1300 and 1345-1700; Sat 0900-1300 (limited service).

Note: Most banks are closed for balancing the books on 29-30 Jun and 30-31 Dec. These dates may vary for individual banks.
Exchange Rate Indicators

Date	Jan 07
£1.00=	SV¢16.97
$1.00=	SV¢8.75

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