Currency & Money

The currency used on St. Thomas is the US dollar. Foreign currency can be exchanged at most major banks on St. Thomas and there are local bank branches spread throughout the island. Banking hours are 9 a.m. to 2:30/3 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Many banks open from 3:30 to 5 p.m. on Fridays. Some banks have hours on Saturday mornings. Major credit cards are widely accepted, as are traveler's checks. Personal checks are generally not accepted.