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Banking in San Pedro Sula

There are many banks in San Pedro Sula, as well as currency exchange houses.  Most banks are open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday, and only in the morning on Saturday.  There is also a "black market" that usually operates out of the airport as well as from the main square in San Pedro Sula.  There is very little difference in the rates offered by the black market, and therefore, it is safer to exchange your money at a bank.  At time of press, the exchange rate is approximately 19.00 lempiras for 1 USA dollar.  Most major hotels also have money exchange service, some with very competitive rates and others with rather unfavorable ones.  It is a good idea to check around prior to exchanging your dollars. International credit cards are widely accepted in San Pedro Sula.  Visa, Master Charge and American Express are the preferred cards.  Your purchases with credit card will be charged in Lempiras.  Cash advances from your Visa or Mastercard can be arranged while in San Pedro.  Banco Atlantida, with several offices in San Pedro offers cash withdrawals from your Visa card.  In addition, there are two different companies that represent Visa in Honduras, and you can get a cash advance from any of the three:

• BAC-Credomatic, located on the corner of 5a Avenida and 2a Calle N.O. is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 7:00 p.m., Saturdays from 8:00 am to 2:00 p.m.
• Citi, located at 14 Avenida N.O. corner with Avenida Circunvalacion, is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 to 6:00 p.m., Saturdays from 8:00 to 12:00 m.

Mastercard cash advances can be obtained through BAC-Credomatic at the same address and times as Visa. American Express is now represented in the country by BAC-Credomatic, so any assistance you might require as an American Express card holder can be found at their offices.