How To: Use Money In Mexico

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What’s one thing that no vacation can live without? Money, of course!

Your luxury Mexico Vacation wouldn’t be complete without a little shopping to pick up some authentic Mexican items! Here are a few tips on how to get the money you need while travelling in Mexico:

1. Be Up To Date On The Currency

 

Mexican currency, the Peso, is still the main means of transaction in all of Mexico’s shops, hotels and restaurants.

Many places will accept the dollar as a source of transaction, however, it is recommended to use the Peso during your stay. You may find a number of Exchange Houses to trade your dollars and/or travelers checks for Pesos.

2. Bring Debit And/Or Credit Cards

 

Most major credit and debit cards are widely accepted in thousands of Mexico’s shops, hotels and restaurants. (Ask your bank if any charges apply)

Another great thing about using a debit or credit card is they keep a record of spending while on your Mexico vacation.

One caution while using your credit or debit card: Be sure to keep all information secure, much like you would while using them at home.

3. ATMs Are Available For Use

ATMs are the quickest way to obtain the local currency, however, Exchange Houses offer a quick and easy way to transfer, acquire, or exchange currency.

ATMs are widely available and almost always reliable (we will tell you the flip side next). These Cash Machines will dispense the Mexican pesos to anyone with a VISA, MasterCard, American Express, etc. card.

Now the flip side: We say “almost always” reliable because some lobbies that hold the ATM machines require you to scan your debit card in order to enter. This can compromise your information and make it easy for identity theft. DO NOT SWIPE YOUR CARD HERE.

Do you have anymore Mexico Vacation Tips and Tricks on the best ways to use and get money while in Mexico? Leave us a comment!