Money exchange in Nepal

The rupee is the official currency of Nepal. It is subdivided into 100 paisa. There are banknotes in denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 25, 50, 100, 250, 500 and 1000 rupees, coins of 1, 2 and 5 rupees, as well as 5, 10, 25 and 50 paise. Coins are not frequently used.

Banks are open from Monday to Thursday from 09.00-10.00 to 14.00-14.30, Friday - from 10.00 to 12.00. Day off - Saturday. Official exchange offices usually work from 9.00 am to 19.00, during the week.The issuance of the currency is controlled by the Nepal Rastra Bank. The Nepalese rupee is pegged to the Indian rupee.

On 6.05.2016, the rate was 1 USD = 106 nepalese roupies