The currency is the Ngultrum, divided into
Chetrums, which are at a par with the Indian
Rupee. The Indian Rupee is also used in
Bhutan except for the denomination of 500
notes which are banned in Bhutan because of
counterfeit.
Acceptable foreign currencies: US
Dollars, British Sterling, Deutsche Mark,
Swiss Franc, French Franc, Japanese Yen,
etc.
No ATM machines anywhere in the Kingdom so
make sure to bring enough spending money-
either cash (USD, Euros, Pounds etc.,) or
Traveller's Checks. Money is easily changed
in Bhutan - your guide will help you.
Some of the bigger handicraft stores take
American Express, Visa and Mastercard.
However, the small shops do not. |
Thimpu
