Puerto Rico, the official and only currency used is the United States Dollar (USD).
Currency Facts:
- Symbol:
$ - Currency Code: USD
- Common Coins: 1¢ (penny), 5¢ (nickel), 10¢ (dime), 25¢ (quarter), 50¢ (half-dollar, rare), $1 (Sacagawea or presidential coin, rare)
- Common Bills: $1, $5, $10, $20, $50, $100
Important Notes:
- No local currency like in some other Caribbean islands; USD is the sole legal tender.
- ATMs, banks, and credit card terminals function the same as in the mainland United States.
- Most businesses accept credit/debit cards, but cash is still useful in smaller towns or local markets.
- Prices are typically displayed in U.S. dollars.
