Money and Currency in South Africa

The majority of travelers prefer to use their Visa Cards and Master Cards when visiting foreign countries, and most restaurants and shops in South Africa will accept this form of payment. If however, tourists decide to visit smaller towns and villages, it is recommended that they keep cash nearby, as some rural destinations have very few establishments that can accommodate Visa and Master Cards. South Africa also has Foreign Exchange Bureau outlets available at the larger airports and banks.

South African currency is extremely user friendly as notes are clearly market and are different in color, making each note distinctive and easily recognizable. The currency in South Africa is Rand (ZAR) and cents. Bank notes in South Africa are: R10, R20, R50, R100, R200 and R500 and coins range in 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, R1, R2 and R5 value. One South African Rand is equal to a hundred cents, and can therefore be calculated accordingly. Foreigners who have queries or are having difficulty understanding the currency are advised to visit the nearest banking establishment for more information.

 



User Comments & Reviews: 3 Comment(s)

Page 1 of 1

nelly mkhwanazi - 2011-03-18 08:33:11

americans choose south africa because they know that they can get more for less bcouse of their srong currrency.

Reply to this comment

Sanmarie - 2011-03-01 08:53:12

If you have American dollars, you really score by visiting South Africa. For US$100 you'd get about R650 at the current exchange and after forex fees. That's why foreigners get to see more of our country than we do

Reply to this comment

La'Kesha B. - 2010-12-22 11:32:59

so, if i have $100 in american money, in south africa would that amount be more or less?

Reply to this comment

>> Back to Top





Combine Flights?












Password Reminder

Or sign in using one of the following providers:

Latest Travel Articles

Loads of Edutainment at Pretoria Zoo

The National Zoological Gardens of South Africa, better known as Pretoria Zoo, was in the news r.... read more

Explore the Klein Karoo Wine Route

As the easternmost wine producing region in South Africa, the Klein Karoo Wine Route includes th.... read more

Take Time to Meander Through Magaliesberg

The Magaliesberg region offers a host of leisure-time options just an hour or so beyond the city.... read more

Migratory Birds in South Africa

South Africa is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from around the world to enjo.... read more

Eastern Cape to Get National Botanical Garden

Opened to the public on July 1, 1913, the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens will be celebr.... read more

More Articles