How Much UAE Cash To Take
Nov 9, 2014 | 6:49 pm
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Join Date: Oct 2013
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How Much UAE Cash To Take
I am going to be in Dubai for 5 days on business. I will pay for as much as possible with corporate credit card but need some advice on how much cash (dirham) I need to take for incidentals like taxis and tips.
Also, I will be in Doha for a day. Is it typical that dirhams are accepted there?
Or, will US dollars be accepted in these countries?
Also, I will be in Doha for a day. Is it typical that dirhams are accepted there?
Or, will US dollars be accepted in these countries?
Nov 10, 2014 | 5:11 am
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Join Date: Mar 2014
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merchants in Dubai typically will accept Qatari Rials, but unfortunately, its not the same in Doha.
For cabs and other incidentals, I think 200-500 AED/QR per day should be good.
Atms are plentiful in both locations, and most vendors do accept credit cards (but not the regular cabbies or small shops). If you want to exchange USD, check the rates at multiple counters, there will be a considerable difference. Even some of the hotels exchange at outrageous rates, considering both currencies are pegged to the dollar and don't change.
For cabs and other incidentals, I think 200-500 AED/QR per day should be good.
Atms are plentiful in both locations, and most vendors do accept credit cards (but not the regular cabbies or small shops). If you want to exchange USD, check the rates at multiple counters, there will be a considerable difference. Even some of the hotels exchange at outrageous rates, considering both currencies are pegged to the dollar and don't change.