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Country Guide > Indian Subcontinent > Bhutan | |
Currency 1 Ngultrum (NU) = 100 chetrum (Ch). The Ngultrum is pegged to the Indian Rupee (which is also acccepted as legal tender). Notes are in denominations of NU500, 100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1. Coins are in denominations of NU1, and 100, 50, 25, 10 and 5 chetrum. US Dollars are also widely accepted throughout the kingdom. Currency exchange Leading foreign currencies are accepted but traveller's cheques are preferred and receive a better exchange rate. Major hotels in Thimphu and Phuentsholing, and the Olathang Hotel in Paro, will also exchange foreign currency. Credit & debit cards American Express and Diners Club have very limited acceptability. Check with your credit or debit card company for details of merchant acceptability and other services which may be available. Traveller's cheques These can be exchanged in any branch of the Bank of Bhutan or at all BTCL hotels. Travellers are advised to take traveller's cheques in US Dollars. Currency restrictions None, but foreign currency must be declared on arrival. Exchange rate indicators The following figures are included as a guide to the movements of the Ngultrum/Indian Rupee against Sterling and the US Dollar:
Banking hours Mon-Fri 1000-1300. Some smaller branches may be open Saturday or Sunday for currency exchange. |