✈️ Heading to French Guiana? We've gathered some tips from the bunq community to make sure your trip is the smoothest it can be. 😎
Check them out below! 🌈 👇
Using your card
💳 Do I need cash in French Guiana, or can I use my card everywhere?
Cards are accepted widely here, but small vendors may only take cash.
💰 What currency do they use here?
The currency here is Euro. The symbol is € or EUR.
🏧 Which ATM’s can I use for free?
The bunq community hasn't reported reported any free ATM's here yet. If you find one, help other bunqers by sharing it here!
💵 If I want cash, how much should I take out of an ATM?
50 EUR should be enough for a few days, since you can use your card for nearly everything.
Staying connected
📱 Can I roam, or should I get a local SIM?
Most EU mobile plans will charge you for roaming.
If you want to get a local SIM card, you can learn about your options here.
Useful things to know
💁♀️ How does tipping work?
Service charges are generally included in the bill. If it's not added, you can leave a 10% tip.
🍺 How much does a 0.5L beer cost?
€1,25
🍽 How much does an average meal cost?
€10,00
🚨 What’s the emergency number?
112
🔌 What type of plug do they use?
This one! It’s the standard two pin plug.
🚗 What side of the road do they drive on?
They drive on the right side of the road here.
🗺 How do I navigate my way around?
Google and Apple Maps both work well here.
Otherwise, we recommend Rome2Rio as the best way to find out how to get anywhere. It even tells you the cost of each option. 🙌
👀 Any other good tips?
The Guiana Space Centre is one of the top attractions.
There are up to nine annual space launches every year!
Make sure you get your tickets in advance.No one should
misss this spectacle.
If you've been to French Guiana 🇬🇫 share your experience! The following would be really useful for other bunqers to know:
- Which ATMs are free to use?
- What card should I use and where?
- Any other info you think may be useful.
Share your experience with us in the comments below! 🌈 👇
