Czech Republic
Koruna (CZK) or Crown = 100 haler. Notes are in denominations of CZK5000, 2000, 1000, 500, 200, 100, 50 and 20. Coins are in denominations of CZK50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1, and 50, 20 and 10 hellers.
The import and export of local currency is limited to Kc200,000 or 10 golden coins. The import and export of foreign currency is unlimited.
Generally Mon-Fri 0800-1800. Some banks close early on Fridays.
Foreign currency (including travelers cheques) can be exchanged at all bank branches and at authorized exchange offices, main hotels and road border crossings.
Major
cards such as American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard and
others may be used to exchange currency and are also accepted in some hotels,
restaurants and shops. Check with your credit or debit Card Company for details
of merchant acceptability and other services which may be available.
These
are widely accepted. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are
advised to take travellers cheques in US Dollars, Euros or Pounds Sterling.
