The Kip is the official currency of Laos. The bank notes are presently in denominations of 20, 50, 10, 500 and 1,000 Kip.
All major currencies such as the US dollar, French franc, DM, Yen, Bath and others can be exchanged at blanks that are offered by numerous authorised private exchange bureaux. One exchange facility is available at Wattay Airport in Vientiane.
Exchange bureaux and banks will cash traveller cheques in major currencies. Furthermore, most domestic and foreign banks in Vientiane allow cash withdrawals on Visa credit card or Master card. In Vientiane, credit cards can be used in many restaurants and hotels, too. In case of journeys to remote areas it is, of course, advisable to take a good supply of Kip with you.
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