If you are going to buy a gorilla or chimpanzee permit then you have to pay in US$, Ugandan Shillings, Euro or GBP (you will be stung on the exchange rate if you don't pay in US$), this can be cash, or credit cards. The fee is also based on what your bank may charge and at some ATMs it informs you of the fee and asks you to confirm you understand the fee will be deducted before it dishes out the money. Several ATMs now take Credit and Debit cards. Bigger hotels may however not charge anything extra. The whole country predominately uses Visa, MasterCard is next and a few places will accept American Express and Discover cards - all with an additional surcharge ranging from 3.5 to 6% or more for some companies. The trend is however different for the tourism industry and the preferred currency of choice is the US dollar.Ĭredit and debit cards are now accepted at many large stores in hotels, decent restaurants etc. and the Uganda Shilling (UGX) is the official currency. This is true for things like your taxi, regular shopping at a local store, pay your hopital bill etc. Like many developing countries, Uganda is cash based society. Uganda Money Information, Advice and Tips for TravelersĬommon Questions What is the best currency to take to Uganda? Can I use US dollars? What kind of Credit or Debit Cards are accepted in Uganda? When is the best time to take out cash for the ATM? What kind of money is used in Uganda? Can my traveller’s cheques be cashed in Uganda? What bank services can I access while in Uganda? Can I ask about tipping and spending money while on Safari in Uganda?

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