Money in Brazil
Brazil uses the Brazilian real, currency code BRL. Paying in the local currency usually gets you a better rate than pounds – if a card machine offers to charge you in GBP, choose BRL instead.
Tipping
A 10% service charge is usually added to restaurant bills.
Plan your spending
Related questions
Common questions
What currency does Brazil use?
The Brazilian real (BRL).
Should I pay in pounds or BRL in Brazil?
Choose BRL. When a card machine or cash machine offers to convert to pounds, its exchange rate is usually worse than your card's.
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