National currency of Cuba - Cuban peso (CUP), which equals 100 centavo (¢). Free circulation also has an American dollar.

Cuban pesos There are 2 types: ordinary pesos intended for use by citizens of Cuba, and convertible pesos intended for visitors. International designation: CUP.

Currently there are $ 1, $ 3, $ 5, $ 10, $ 20, $ 50 and $ 100 banknotes in circulation, as well as coins of 1 ¢, 2 ¢, 5 ¢, 20 ¢, $ 1, $ 3. Small money is the most expensive in Cuba. Take care of this in advance. On convertible pesos there is an inscription "convertible."

Traveler's checks issued by major banks, as well as Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, JCB credit cards are accepted. Credit cards and checks of US banks are not accepted.

Cuban banks work from Monday to Friday from 8.30 to 12.00 and from 13.30 to 15.00, on Saturday from 8.30 to 10.30. You can exchange money at the exchange office of banks, as well as in most hotels