Dar Es Salaam - Currency

ATMs are available in many parts of Dar Es Salaam - ensure you inform your bank before travelling abroad, and be aware you may be charged for cash withdrawals. It is advisable to exchange some cash before arriving in Dar Es Salaam.

Visit the other Dar Es Salaam city guide sections to get more detailed travel advice, and information on the best Dar Es Salaam attractions and sightseeing activities, recommended shops and restaurants, as well as the best Dar Es Salaam hotels.

Dar Es Salaam - Notes and Coins

Tanzania Currency Information

Tanzanian Shilling (TSh). Notes are in denominations of TShs 500, 1,000, 2,000, 5,000 and 10,000.

Tanzania Currency Exchange

Cash and travellers’ cheques can be exchanged at banks, bureaux de change and at major hotels. Beware of touts.

Banks in Tanzania

Banking hours: These vary from bank to bank but are usually Mon-Fri 08.30-12.30, 13.00-16.00, Sat 08.30-11.30, Sun 09.00-11.30.

Standard Chartered, Barclays, Exim, CRDB, Stanbic, Eurafrican and the Bank of Tanzania are the main banks. There are ATMs in the main areas.

Credit Cards

Major credit cards are accepted.