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21 March 2018

Canada - US currency Quick question: is US currency acceptable in Canada, or is it a pita to exchange there? Otherwise, is it better to exchange before going?

post by: mightshould at: 18:06 | 5 comments

I've been able to use my atm cards there and have gotten the occasional u s coin in my change.

posted by brujita 23 March | 12:12

It is easy to use US money in Canada but your exchange rate can vary wildly depending on where you are shopping. Exchange before you go or at a currency place after you arrive. Along the border some places have bank machines that dispense US money.

Depending on your credit or debit card (read your card holder agreement) using your US card can be about the same cost as exchange but if your debit card has no chip and PIN it won't work many places in Canada.

posted by arse_hat 23 March | 22:50

Thanks!

posted by mightshould 24 March | 04:38

You are welcome. Drop me an email if there is anything else I can help with.

posted by arse_hat 24 March | 21:59

Places of business near the border will usually post in their window if they accept it.

posted by brujita 27 March | 15:02

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