What currencies circulate in Cuba ?
The whole system of prices settled down in the tourist places of the country is Peso Convertible ( CUC ) that substitutes the circulation of the foreign currencies in the country, with this currency all the services available and products can be obtained in Cuba, although certain services and products can also be obtained in Cuban pesos (not convertible), mainly products in sale in agricultural markets and foods offered by salespersons in the street (example: pizzas,hot dogs), taxis and buses. The change of foreign currencies for convertible pesos is carried out in airports, banks, hotels, houses of change and big stores. However, it is necessary to make notice that the change of American dollars for convertible pesos is burdened with a tax of 10%, for that reason it would be convenient for travellers to bring cash in Canadian dollars, Euro, Pounds or Swiss francs whose change is not burdened with taxes. The Euro is a currency with free circulation in Varadero, Jardines del Rey, Santa
