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Currency
Somoni (S) = 100 dirams. Notes are in denominations of S100, 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1. Dirams, also issued as notes, are in denominations of diram50, 20, 5 and 1.

Currency exchange
The preferred hard currency is the US Dollar, although other hard currencies are in theory also acceptable. All bills are normally settled in cash, and tourists must pay in hard currency for accommodation in hotels, although these are normally included in the price of organised tours. Owing to a shortage of change, a supply of small notes should be carried. International banking services are not available. All money should be changed at the official bureaux de change and the receipts should be kept. However, this law is not rigidly enforced.

Credit & debit cards
Not accepted.

Travellers cheques
Limited acceptance.

Currency restrictions
The import of local and foreign currency is unlimited, subject to declaration on arrival. The export of local currency is prohibited except by Tajikistan residents and the export of foreign currency is limited to the amount declared on arrival. All currency must be declared on arrival and a customs declaration form obtained.

Exchange rate indicators
The following figures are included as a guide to the movements of the Somoni against the US Dollar and the Euro.
DateMay '04Aug '04Nov '04Feb '05
¬1.00=4.975.135.275.21
$1.00=2.792.792.792.78


Note
Values are given against the Euro rather than Sterling as an accurate exchange rate against Sterling is not available.

Banking hours
Mon-Fri 0800-1700.


   
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