Dollars are accepted everywhere. When you dine out, you will be presented the check in Euros. Most larger restaurants take credit cards. If you pay by credit card, you will get the true rate of exchange. VISA is the most widely accepted. Bring plenty of cash/travelers checks, too. If you want to buy Euros, all banks can do the exchange. ATM machines can be found at the various banks on the island. You will receive a limited amount of Euros.

As there is no ATM for American Express (AMEX) cards on St. Barth, AMEX has created a service to satisfy their members’ requests. AMEX Card Members may receive the following by presenting their card at an AMEX office (conveniently located across the street from the Airport): Emergency check cashing in Euro or USD; Replacement of stolen, lost, damaged, mutilated or voided AMEX Travelers cheques; Exchanges to smaller denominations of AMEX travelers cheques if available; and “Gift Check” and “Check for Two” AMEX Travelers cheques available upon request. (An authorization will be requested from American Express for all services.)