Country United States of America Official Currency US dollars Currency Code USD Currency Symbol $ Banknote Denominations $1, $2, $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100 Coin Denominations 1¢, 5¢, 10¢, 25¢, 50¢ and $1 In Stock Yes Current Rate [exchrate from="AUD" to="USD"]

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Q: Where US dollars (USD) are accepted

According to Investopedia , the US dollar is accepted in many countries due to its stability. It is the world's most popular currency and be used officially and unofficially in many countries. Countries the US dollar is officially used include : USA Puerto Rico Ecuador El Salvador Zimbabwe Guam Virgin Islands Timor Leste American Samoa Northern Mariana Islands Federated States of Micronesia Palau Marshal Islands

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Description

The currency used in the US is called the US dollar (USD) and is represented by the symbol $.

It is the most recognised, traded and accepted currency in the world. Other names it is called include the ‘greenback’ (financial settings) or ‘buck’ (informal settings).

Banknote denominations

US banknote denominations

US dollars are available in many different denominations. This includes seven denominations in notes, as seen in our pictures.

American banknotes are made with a blend of 25% linen and 75% cotton, making them a little less impervious to wear and tear than plastic money. Their distinctive green colour gives the currency the popular name the ‘greenback’.

American dollar bills come in common denominations of $1, $5, $10, $20, and $100. Less common bills include the $2 and the $50 note.

Coins

US coins

There are 7 coins within the US. Common coin denominations include 1¢, 5¢, 10¢, 25¢, 50¢ and $1. One dollar coins are rare; in fact, the United States is the only developed country that still has a $1 bill in popular circulation (a bill which is considered the most recognised currency in the world).

However people rarely refer to coins by their nominal value, instead, they have ‘nicknames’ that have become part of everyday use. The local lingo for these coins:

One cent coin = a penny
Five cent coin = a nickel
Ten cent coin = a dime
25 cent coin = a quarter
50 cent coin = a half dollar

US Currency. US Coins

Where US dollars (USD) are accepted

According to Investopedia, the US dollar is accepted in many countries due to its stability. It is the world’s most popular currency and be used officially and unofficially in many countries.

Countries the US dollar is officially used include :

USA
Puerto Rico
Ecuador
El Salvador
Zimbabwe
Guam
Virgin Islands
Timor Leste
American Samoa
Northern Mariana Islands
Federated States of Micronesia
Palau
Marshal Islands

Specifications

Country	United States of America
Official Currency	US dollars
Currency Code	USD
Currency Symbol	$
Banknote Denominations	$1, $2, $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100
Coin Denominations	1¢, 5¢, 10¢, 25¢, 50¢ and $1
In Stock	Yes
Current Rate	0.6408

Where is the best place to buy US dollars?

If you like the reassurance of having the local currency readily available from the moment you step off the plane, you have three options to pick up the cash before you go:

Buying foreign currency online and either collect it in-store or have it delivered to you.
Collect from a currency exchange store.
Most expensively, buy the currency at the airport.

Online money changers like S Money are often an easy and cheap way to buy USD online but it may not necessary be as quick as walking into a store. Companies like Travelex also offer a foreign exchange service online but it takes between two and five business days before the currency is ready for pick-up or delivery so you need to be organised!

Alternatively, buying your currency in-store can be a good option but it all depends on where you go. The money changers in the centre of the main cities like Sydney or Melbourne tend to be more competitive than smaller stores in the suburbs.

Only change money at the airport as a last resort. The exchange rates and fees at Australian airports are among the worst in the world so avoid it at all costs if you want to get the best bang for your buck.

Learn more: The Best Places to Buy US dollars Australia

Should you buy US dollars now or later?

As a rule of thumb, if you are buying USD with Australian dollars, you want the AUD/USD exchange rate to be as high as possible. The higher the rate, the better it is for you. It means that you will receive more American dollars for the same amount of Australian dollars.

Unfortunately there isn't a particular day of the week or time of the day that is the best time.

While it's impossible to pick the perfect time, you can set up a free rate tracker to keep an eye on the rate.

Also keep in mind that if you buy it online, it may take 2-4 business days to arrive so make sure you finalise your financial transaction at least a week before you are due to travel overseas.

Learn more: When is the best time to buy US dollars with Australian dollars?

How much US dollars do you need?

It’s not an easy task to figure out how much spending money to take to the USA. The United States keeps you on your toes with every American state (and sometimes even individual cities within states) imposing its own tax rates and rules.

Those rates and rules will affect everything you buy, from your Statue of Liberty souvenirs to tickets to a baseball game. In Montana, for instance, there’s no sales tax. But in Louisiana, it’s 10%.

All of that means there’s no standard budget you can apply to every state. On top of that, how much you spend will depend upon the length of time you’re away and how you prefer to travel.

So the first steps to calculating your spending money budget is to figure out:

How long you’re staying for
How you plan to travel
Where you want to go

If you are confused about how much money to take to the USA for 1, 2 or 4 weeks, read our detailed review to answer all your questions.

The cheapest ways to buy US dollars

If you are heading overseas or just want to purchase some US dollars to keep on hand, it's important to find the best way to exchange your money. Here are 5 top ways currently available in Australia

Online - The cheapest way to buy US dollars under $10,000 is online. It's similar to buying anything else online but you will need some ID on hand. Online money changers, like S Money, have the best exchange rates. Most will either deliver it to your home or allow click and collect. For amounts over $10,000 the cheapest way is to go in-store.
In-store - this is one of the best ways to get your currency fast. Just locate a store near you and bring your ID. It's a good idea to call ahead to check their rates and to make sure they have enough banknotes in stock.
Overseas - Sometimes it can actually be cheaper to buy your US dollars abroad. Countries like Singapore have very competitive money changers if you are willing to go out of your way to find them.
International money transfers - If you are sending money from Australia to the US, using a money transfer service like Wise or OFX is a great way to convert your currency. These online services are a much cheaper option than using an Australian bank.
Travel money cards - These cards used to have terrible exchange rates and a heaps of hidden fees. While this is still the case with most bank travel cards, there are much better options available. These include Revolut and Wise.

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