The unit of currency is the Pula, which means, "rain" and "greetings". One hundred Thebe constitute a Pula. Notes are issued in the denominations of 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 Pula.

Money can be changed in towns, as banking facilities are very limited in the rural and main tourist areas.
All lodges and hotels accept convertible foreign currency. There are also Bureaus de Changes at the border posts.
Concerning foreign currency regulations, foreign exchange can be brought in and taken out on condition that it is declared upon entry in the country.

Exchange rates are approximately:

P1 =	USD 0.1437
	GBP 0.0968
	AUD 0.1597
	EUR 0.1128
	JPY 13.3175
	ZAR 1.0928

There are no restrictions on the amount of traveler's cheques visitors bring in or out of the country. A maximum of P1000 in cash may be imported or exported by incoming or departing residents.