Legal tender in the United States is the dollar. There are 100 cents to one dollar, and notes are available in denominations of US$1, US$5, US$10, US$20, US$50, US$100, US$1,000 and US$10,000.

Automated teller machines (ATMs) can be found almost everywhere and most provide 24-hour cash withdrawal in US dollars. Airport moneychangers calculate rates at the net rate of exchange displayed. You will get the best exchange rate by making purchases with a credit card. To properly estimate your currency exchange rate, click here.

Visa, MasterCard and American Express are the most widely accepted credit cards in the US and are acceptable at most hotels, department stores, restaurants and travel agencies.