Local crafts, particularly
basketwork, make excellent buys.
Shopping hours Mon-Fri 0830-1200 and 1500; Sat 0830-1230.
Currency Information:CurrencyBurundi Franc (BIF) = 100 centimes. Notes are in denominations of BIF5,000, 1,000, 500, 100, 50, 20 and 10. Coins are in denominations of BIF10, 5 and 1.
Currency ExchangeAll exchange transactions must be conducted through one of the main banks in Bujumbura or Gitega.
Credit/Debit Cards and ATMsMajor credit cards
are not generally accepted; there is limited use in some major hotels.
Traveller's ChequesTo avoid additional exchange rate charges, travelers are advised to take traveller's cheques in US Dollars or Euros. Commission rates are usually high.
Currency RestrictionsRestrictions apply.
Banking HoursMon-Fri, mornings only.
Exchange Rate Indicators| Date | Jan 09 |
| £1.00= | BIF1,758.65 |
| $1.00= | BIF1,213.50 |
| €1.00= | BIF1,645.42 |
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