Bolivia's currency is the Boliviano (Bs 1 = 100 cents). There are notes of Bs 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 and coins of Bs 1, 2, 0.50, 0.20 and 0.10.

Legal notes and coins in Bolivia

Money Exchange

In every Bolivian city you'll be able to exchange U.S. Dollars and Euros for Bolivianos. There are numerous money exchange agencies and banks. Also, in the streets of the banking areas you'll find people that exchange money, although this option is only recommended in emergencies or if you to exchange a few notes.

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American Express Travelers Cheques in Bolivia

In banks and money exchange agencies it's also possible to exchange traveler's cheques. Beware that some places may charge a fee or commission for the operation. For inquiries or complaints, lost or stolen cheques there’s a Toll Free in USA: +1 801 964 6665

ATMs:

In Bolivia, most banks have ATM networks. In major cities you shouldn’t have trouble finding ATMs to withdraw Bolivianos, and you can also generally find ATMs with U.S. Dollars.

Banks in Bolivia

Banco Mercantil Santa Cruz (Money exchange of U.S. Dollars and Euros, ATMs and travelers checks).

Banco de Credito (Money exchange of U.S. Dollars and Euros, ATMs and travelers checks).

Banco Union (Money exchange of U.S. Dollars and Euros, ATMs and travelers checks).

Banco Nacional de Bolivia (Money exchange of U.S. Dollars and Euros, ATMs and travelers checks).

Banco Ganadero (Money exchange of U.S. Dollars and Euros, ATMs and travelers checks)

Note:
Banking Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 12 pm and 2:30 6 pm

Receiving or sending money

Western Union and Money Gram operate in Bolivia, with a wide network of official agencies in major cities. Many Bolivian families use these companies to receive money from relatives living abroad (remittances).