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raymar
Feb 4th 2009
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I have been told I need Euros to take to Cape Verde to change into their Escudos. Does anyone know if this right or am I able to take British Pounds to exchange there. I have had several conflicting answers to this.
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Lebowski Jnr.
Feb 5th 2009
Correct - you are advised to take Euros, which you can easily change at the airport when you arrive. The money changing booth is open according to flight arrivals. Some shops and taxis accept Euros as payment but you will pay the equivalent of 20% more.

Pounds can be changed only at banks in town, but there are long queues and you will waste time. You will be able to draw local currency via the ATMs using your Visa or similar. There are 3 ATMs in town.
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nannybee
Feb 13th 2009
I am going to Boavista in March. I understand there are no ATMs there. Can I take CVE into the country and if so how many?
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raymar
Feb 13th 2009
Thank you Lebowski for the information I will get my Euros to take with me.
Raymar
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zinger
May 6th 2009
Is it better to take US Dollars or Euros to Cape Verde ??
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DavidF
May 7th 2009
As above, Euros are the preferred currency in Cape Verde.
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raymar
May 7th 2009
Thank you...I took Euros used them anywhere and everywhere and no problems......Raymar
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Guest
May 13th 2009
Thanks. That information is just what I needed to know'
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Angie
Jun 1st 2009
As a European National is a visa required to enter Cape Verde?
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