What is the largest country in South America?Of course, this is Brazil.It was opened by Pedro Cabral - Portuguese navigator - more than 5 centuries ago.This country was underdeveloped, barter replaced the commodity-money relations.For 500 years, Brazil has changed dramatically.
Now it is a strong country with a stable currency.In recent years, the flow of tourists wishing to visit the country, has increased significantly.We can say that Brazil came the "golden age."Now, the state ranks second in terms of tourist flows among the countries of South America.
Currency
future tourists, buying a ticket to this exotic country, always wondered about what the monetary currency of Brazil and where to take it.These and many other problems will always help solve the agency.
Brazil's national currency - the real (R $).It is in circulation as banknotes in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 50, 100, and coins - cents (100 cents - 1 Real Madrid) - 1, 5, 10, 26 and 50, and 1 real.Despite the fact that the monetary unit for many years rename and devalued the currency in Brazil is now one of the most stable in the world.And all thanks to tourism and international trade.
Modern Brazilian banknotes issued not only in paper form.Commemorative banknote of 10 reais made of soft plastic.While usability is significantly inferior to the usual notes.Paint on it very quickly erased, so the lifetime of plastic bills only six months.
tourists going on vacation, you need to know that the Brazilian currency has certain difficulties in the exchange and purchase.The government is very strict about the import of the currency from abroad.That is not desirable to acquire Brazilian Real abroad.The best way out of this situation - the exchange of money as required in most of Brazil.At the same time, be aware that the hotel exchange rate lowest, it is best to contact the bank or special items - Cambios.These exchangers can be found in airports, train stations, hotels and many hotels.In addition reais in many retail outlets and malls, you can pay for purchases and the US dollar.Export of Brazilian reais abroad is strictly prohibited.It is necessary to remember all the tourists that are already leaving this beautiful country.Unfortunately, the reverse exchange is carried out at a very low and disadvantageous exchange rate.Therefore, it is recommended to buy the Brazilian currency in small portions as expenses.
How to distinguish a counterfeit bill
order not to fall for the bait scams should not acquire Reais with it.Although distinguish counterfeit from genuine notes will not be difficult for local residents, foreigners need to know how to do it correctly.This Brazilian currency has watermarks, strip and identification IDs for people with poor eyesight.Features Real - the presence of very small letters on certain sections of the bill that can only be seen with a magnifying glass.
front on each banknote must be typed signature of Minister of Finance and President of the Central Bank of Brazil.They are also virtually impossible to forge.In case of doubt the authenticity of the banknotes can always check with the bank on the detector of currencies.Also, tourists can in exchange for the surrender or slip Reais old-fashioned or even Cruzeiro, coming out of a turn for a long time.To avoid this, you need to carefully consider the appearance of the coins and bank notes in circulation.
Exchange
now, knowing exactly which currency in Brazil, how and where it can be exchanged, tourists still remember a few important points:
- In many outlets there is a shortage of money swap.Therefore, the exchange is necessary to ask the cashier that he gave the amount in small bills.
- Banks in this country are open weekdays, ie Monday to Friday, from 10 to 16 hours. It was only in airports and train stations can be found around the clock department.
- Brazilian ATMs give out money strictly from 6 in the morning until ten at night.It is desirable to use the card VISA.The remaining cards are accepted reluctantly and not everywhere.This nuance should also take into account those who are used to pay off the card.
Conclusion
Brazil is considered a stable currency and relatively expensive in the world.Its import and export are strictly regulated, and this requires a special license.All other currency can be freely imported and exported out of the country, provided that the amount is higher than $ 10,000 equivalent declared.
