Convert Dollars to Aruba Florin (2024)

FAQs

Is it better to use florin or USD in Aruba? ›

The currency on the island is the Aruba Florin. You can exchange U.S. dollars, but it isn't necessary. Using American money in Aruba is common and widely accepted.

PAYING FOR PURCHASES. U.S. currency, major credit cards, and traveler's checks are widely accepted on Aruba. It is a good idea to contact your credit card provider prior to departure and advise them of your travel plans.

Aruba's currency is the florin, but the US dollar is also widely accepted. Banks also exchange other foreign currency such as Euros. Traveler's checks are widely accepted and there is normally no charge for using them in hotels, restaurants and stores.

The Basics

The Aruba currency exchange rate between the Aruban Florin and the US dollar is fixed at approximately 1 USD = 1.75 AWG. This fixed exchange rate has remained stable for many years.

1 AWG = 0.555556 USD Apr 21, 2024 17:33 UTC.

We usually take about $100 per day total for 2 people in cash. We don't rent a car so that covers taxis and small purchases and any extra could go to the casino. Sometimes it's just easier to pay for a drink or 2 in cash, but we mainly use cards at restaurants for meals. Atms are convenient for an extra we may want.

Are prices cheap in Aruba? ›

Budget: Aruba can be considered an expensive destination due to its popularity and island status. Costs for accommodations, dining, and activities can be high, but there are options for budget travelers, including off-peak travel and seeking out deals.

Travelling with luggage

If you enter or leave Aruba with more than AWG. 20,000,- in cash or securities, or the equivalent thereof in foreign currencies, you must notify this to the Customs Department (Departamento di Aduana). You'll need a *MOT form (*Unusual Transactions).

The currency on the island is the Aruba Florin. You can exchange U.S. dollars, but it isn't necessary. Using American money in Aruba is common and widely accepted. You may receive Aruba currency as change.

You can pay for your Aruba taxi in either Aruban Florin or in USD, which is very convenient for travellers visiting from the United States.

1 AWG = 0.555556 USD Apr 21, 2024 06:18 UTC

The currency converter below is easy to use and the currency rates are updated frequently.

Arm Yourself with Small Bills -- Bring a bundle of small bills (if your currency is American dollars) to make for easy tipping and small purchases. There's no need to bring large sums of cash, unless you're planning to make big purchases and prefer not to use a credit card.